Lead AI Safety Scientist — Strategy, Risk & Collaboration

Lila Sciences; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering scientific platform is seeking an AI Safety role to set and build safety strategies for biological and physical risks. The successful candidate will lead threat modeling exercises, develop evaluations, and collaborate with various stakeholders. A PhD in biological or physical sciences is required, alongside strong capabilities in scientific computing and communication. This position is available in London, among other locations, and offers competitive compensation based on local benchmarks.

Qualifications

• PhD in biological sciences (e.g., molecular biology, virology) or physical sciences (e.g., materials science, chemistry).
• Demonstrated ability to set research directions for dual-use risks in relevant sciences.
• Familiar with safety/regulatory frameworks related to dual-use research.

Responsibilities

• Set research strategy for biological and physical risk safety.
• Lead threat modeling exercises with scientific experts.
• Develop evaluations and safety systems for AI applications.

Skills

Scientific computing

Communication of technical concepts

Team leadership

Collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders

Education

PhD in biological or physical sciences

Job description

A pioneering scientific platform is seeking an AI Safety role to set and build safety strategies for biological and physical risks. The successful candidate will lead threat modeling exercises, develop evaluations, and collaborate with various stakeholders. A PhD in biological or physical sciences is required, alongside strong capabilities in scientific computing and communication. This position is available in London, among other locations, and offers competitive compensation based on local benchmarks.