AI Ethics Researcher

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Impactful AI ethics research in Soweto

Professional development support

Collaborative environment

Contribute to responsible AI

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking an AI Ethics Researcher to contribute to responsible development and deployment of AI technologies. You will conduct in-depth research into ethical implications, including bias, fairness, transparency, and accountability, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's or PhD in Ethics or related field and has 2+ years of research experience, with strong writing and communication skills and familiarity with research methodologies.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Ethics, Philosophy, CS, Sociology, or a related field with a focus on AI ethics.
• 2+ years of research experience in AI ethics or a related area.
• Strong understanding of core AI/ML concepts and their societal impact.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and research skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ethical issues clearly to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and academic writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous research on ethical challenges posed by AI technologies.
• Analyze AI systems for potential biases and fairness issues.
• Develop frameworks and methodologies for assessing and improving AI ethics.
• Collaborate with AI engineers and product managers to integrate ethical considerations into the development lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of academic research, policy developments, and industry best practices in AI ethics.
• Contribute to internal and external publications and presentations on AI ethics topics.

Skills

AI ethics research

Research skills

Academic writing

Communication

Education

Master's/PhD in Ethics or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated AI Ethics Researcher to contribute to the responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies in Soweto . This role involves conducting in-depth research into the ethical implications of AI, including bias, fairness, transparency, and accountability. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify potential ethical risks and develop practical solutions to mitigate them. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in ethics, philosophy, computer science, or a related field, coupled with a passion for ensuring AI benefits society equitably and responsibly. Your work will directly influence our client's approach to ethical AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct rigorous research on ethical challenges posed by AI technologies.
• Analyze AI systems for potential biases and fairness issues.
• Develop frameworks and methodologies for assessing and improving AI ethics.
• Collaborate with AI engineers and product managers to integrate ethical considerations into the development lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of academic research, policy developments, and industry best practices in AI ethics.
• Contribute to internal and external publications and presentations on AI ethics topics.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Ethics, Philosophy, Computer Science, Sociology, or a related field with a focus on AI ethics.
• 2+ years of research experience in AI ethics or a related area.
• Strong understanding of core AI/ML concepts and their societal impact.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and research skills.
• Ability to communicate complex ethical issues clearly to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with research methodologies and academic writing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to conduct impactful research in AI ethics in Soweto .
• Support for professional development and academic pursuits.
• Collaborative environment with leading AI professionals.
• Contribute to the responsible advancement of AI.