Job Description
Shape the ethical frontier of artificial intelligence at Nexus Future Labs. As we accelerate toward 2026, we seek a visionary AI Ethics Research Lead to pioneer responsible AI frameworks that will define the next generation of intelligent systems. You'll architect governance protocols for autonomous systems, audit algorithmic bias in high-stakes applications, and collaborate with quantum computing teams to develop ethical safeguards for emerging technologies. This role sits at the intersection of technology, philosophy, and policy, offering unparalleled influence on how AI evolves to benefit humanity.
Our multidisciplinary team operates in a state-of-the-art facility in downtown San Francisco, where you'll access proprietary quantum simulation platforms and collaborate with Nobel laureates. We offer competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible hybrid work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical audit protocols for generative AI models deployed in healthcare and finance sectors
- Lead cross-functional working groups to establish bias mitigation standards for autonomous decision systems
- Develop predictive frameworks for AI risk assessment using federated learning techniques
- Author white papers on quantum AI ethics for international policy summits
- Mentor junior researchers in responsible AI development methodologies
- Collaborate with legal teams to translate ethical principles into enforceable compliance standards
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Ethics, Philosophy, or related field with 5+ years in AI governance
- Published research in top-tier AI ethics journals (e.g., Nature Machine Intelligence)
- Expertise in bias detection algorithms for large language models
- Experience with regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF)
- Proficiency in Python and TensorFlow for ethical auditing implementations
- Strong background in cross-stakeholder communication with technical and non-technical audiences
- Portfolio of deployed AI ethics frameworks in production systems