AI Ethics and Safety Researcher

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Conference attendance support

Publication support

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Ethics and Safety Researcher for a fully remote role. Based remotely from anywhere, you will advance safe and ethical AI practices and collaborate with leading experts.

Responsibilities include researching AI safety, developing evaluation methods, and publishing findings while engaging with stakeholders and policymakers.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in CS/AI/Philosophy/Ethics with strong AI component.
• Demonstrated research in AI safety, alignment, or ethics.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Familiar with machine learning techniques and AI development processes.
• Ability to work independently and in a research team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous research on AI safety, alignment, fairness, and ethics.
• Develop and test methodologies for assessing and mitigating AI risks.
• Contribute to design and implementation of AI safety protocols.
• Publish findings in top conferences and journals; communicate clearly.
• Collaborate with AI teams to integrate safety into the lifecycle.
• Engage with external stakeholders and policymakers on AI ethics.

Skills

AI safety research

AI alignment

AI ethics

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Machine learning familiarity

Independent work

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent in CS/AI/Philosophy/Ethics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated AI Ethics and Safety Researcher to join their forward-thinking team, operating remotely. This role is crucial for advancing the understanding and implementation of safe and ethical AI practices. You will conduct in-depth research into potential risks associated with AI systems, develop methodologies for evaluating AI safety, and contribute to the creation of guidelines that ensure AI benefits humanity. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on critical issues at the forefront of AI development, collaborating with leading experts in the field from anywhere. The ideal candidate is passionate about ensuring AI is developed and used responsibly and beneficially.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous research on AI safety, alignment, fairness, and ethical implications.
• Develop and test methodologies for assessing and mitigating risks in AI systems.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of AI safety protocols and best practices.
• Publish research findings in top-tier conferences and journals, and communicate complex ideas clearly.
• Collaborate with AI development teams to integrate safety considerations into the AI lifecycle.
• Engage with external stakeholders, policymakers, and the broader research community on AI ethics and safety topics.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or equivalent research experience in Computer Science, AI, Philosophy, Ethics, or a related field with a strong AI component.
• Demonstrated research experience in AI safety, AI alignment, or AI ethics.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques and AI development processes.
• Ability to work independently and contribute effectively to a research team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to conduct impactful research on critical AI challenges.
• Fully remote position, allowing for work from any location.
• Support for conference attendance and publication.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating research environment.