Work with Us
Work with Us
Volunteering / Freelance / Contractor roles (mostly remote, Europe/Germany)
About us
The Compassionate Future Initiative (CFI) is a small, impact-driven non-profit project focused on community building. We advocate and mobilise for high-impact initiatives to reduce suffering in the near and distant future.
Contract & practicals (applies to all roles)
- Engagement: Volunteering / Freelance / Contractor
- Location: Remote — ideally with the ability and interest to occasionally meet near Munich or at Effective Altruism events within the EU.
- Start: As soon as feasible.
- Rates: Please state your hourly/day rate (including VAT status) and provide a rough cost estimate for the work you’re interested in.
- Process: Short intro call → paid scoping mini-SOW (time-boxed) → main contract.
- Apply: Use the contact form and indicate which role(s) you’re applying for.
1) Compassionate Genomics — Network Associate
Mandate / outcomes
- Help advance the Compassionate Genomics project by building the right research and institutional relationships.
- Reference: https://compassionate-future.org/compassionate-genomics/
What you’ll do
- Map and prioritise stakeholders (academia, labs, funders, ethics/governance bodies, allied NGOs).
- Proactively outreach, arrange calls, and maintain a warm pipeline; prepare concise briefs before/after meetings.
- Convene a small advisory circle; help scope collaborations, preprints, shared resources, and grant opportunities.
- Maintain a contact log and quarterly progress snapshot (key intros made, opportunities unlocked, blockers).
Profile
- Relevant educational background (PhD in Genetics or closely related field) and experiences in genomics research.
- Established network in relevant research and policy development.
- Strong social and communication skills to navigate sensitive topics with nuance.
- Deep understanding of, and alignment with, CFI’s mission regarding Compassionate Genomics.
Time involvement:
Approximately 50–80 hours for the initial first year, with the prospect of expanding the collaboration if funding permits.