AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,498,000 - 2,496,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Professional development

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist for a fully remote role. You will establish and oversee ethical guidelines and governance frameworks for AI development and deployment, ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability across the AI lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has an advanced degree in ethics or a related field with a focus on AI, plus experience shaping governance frameworks and knowledge of data privacy laws.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in ethics or related field with AI focus.
• Experience developing ethics guidelines or governance for AI.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws and AI regulations.
• Strong communication and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive ethical frameworks for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and guide mitigation of biases and harms in AI.
• Advise on regulatory compliance related to AI, data privacy, and fairness.
• Collaborate with engineering, legal, and product teams to embed ethics into projects.
• Create training materials and workshops to promote ethical AI practices.
• Monitor global trends and regulations in AI ethics and governance.

Skills

Ethics governance

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Risk assessment

AI ethics

Education

Advanced degree in Ethics/Philosophy/Law/CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly qualified and forward-thinking AI Ethicist and Governance Specialist for a fully remote position. In this critical role, you will be responsible for establishing and overseeing ethical guidelines and governance frameworks for the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. You will work to ensure our AI solutions are fair, transparent, accountable, and aligned with societal values and legal requirements. This is a unique opportunity to shape the responsible future of AI, collaborating across diverse teams to embed ethical considerations into every stage of the AI lifecycle, fostering trust and accountability in AI systems, and contributing to the company's reputation as a leader in responsible AI innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive ethical frameworks and policies for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and provide guidance on mitigating potential biases and harms in AI systems.
• Advise on regulatory compliance related to AI, data privacy, and algorithmic fairness.
• Collaborate with engineering, legal, and product teams to ensure ethical considerations are integrated into AI projects.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops to promote ethical AI practices across the organization.
• Stay abreast of global trends, regulations, and best practices in AI ethics and governance.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Philosophy, Law, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on AI ethics.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing ethical guidelines or governance frameworks, preferably in technology or AI.
• Strong understanding of AI technologies, machine learning principles, and potential ethical challenges.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and standards concerning AI and data privacy.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Experience working in a remote environment and collaborating effectively across distributed teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for long-term incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and contributing to cutting-edge ethical AI research.
• A flexible, remote work environment that prioritizes work-life balance and impact.