AI Ethics Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Impactful work in AI governance

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg seeks an AI Ethics Specialist to help ensure AI systems are developed and deployed in a responsible, fair, and unbiased manner. You will collaborate with AI researchers, engineers, product managers, and legal teams to establish ethical guidelines and mitigate risks.

The role requires an advanced degree in a related field and a strong understanding of AI ethics, with the ability to translate complex concepts into policies, trainings, and governance across projects.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in ethics-related field with AI ethics focus.
• Understanding AI/ML concepts and their ethical implications.
• Experience developing policies/frameworks/guidelines on technology ethics.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics frameworks, policies, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and bias evaluations for AI models and systems.
• Advise AI development teams on ethical considerations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of evolving regulations, standards, and public discourse on AI ethics.
• Facilitate discussions and training sessions on AI ethics for internal teams.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including regulators and academic institutions, on AI ethics initiatives.

Skills

AI/ML concepts understanding

Policy frameworks development

Analytical & critical thinking

Communication & stakeholder engagement

Fairness, accountability, transparency

Education

Advanced degree in Ethics/Philosophy/Law/CS with AI ethics focus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a thoughtful and principled AI Ethics Specialist to join their team in Randburg. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for ensuring that artificial intelligence systems are developed and deployed in a responsible, fair, and unbiased manner. You will work closely with AI researchers, engineers, product managers, and legal teams to establish ethical guidelines, conduct impact assessments, and mitigate potential risks associated with AI technologies. This position is ideal for individuals passionate about the societal implications of AI and committed to fostering trust and accountability in AI development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics frameworks, policies, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and bias evaluations for AI models and systems.
• Advise AI development teams on ethical considerations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of evolving regulations, standards, and public discourse on AI ethics.
• Facilitate discussions and training sessions on AI ethics for internal teams.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders, including regulators and academic institutions, on AI ethics initiatives.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Philosophy, Law, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on AI ethics.
• Proven understanding of AI/ML concepts and their ethical implications.
• Experience in developing policies, frameworks, or guidelines related to technology ethics.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to identify and analyze complex ethical issues.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with concepts such as fairness, accountability, transparency, and privacy in AI.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI governance and responsible innovation.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment in Randburg .
• Professional development opportunities in the growing field of AI ethics.
• Make a meaningful impact on the responsible development of AI.