Remote AI Ethicist

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,333,000 - 2,333,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a principled and forward-thinking Remote AI Ethicist to guide the responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. You will develop ethical frameworks, conduct impact analyses, and provide expert guidance to ensure AI systems are fair, transparent, and beneficial to society.

This fully remote role allows collaboration with a diverse, global team and requires clear communication of complex ethics concepts to engineers and product teams.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Philosophy, Ethics, Law, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on technology ethics.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology policy analysis.
• Deep understanding of ethical theories, AI bias, fairness metrics, and accountability frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ethical guidelines for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses.
• Advise teams on ethical considerations, bias mitigation, and fairness in AI systems.
• Stay informed about evolving AI ethics regulations and best practices globally.
• Promote a culture of ethical AI through training and internal communications.

Skills

AI ethics

Bias mitigation

Policy analysis

Ethical frameworks

Remote collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in Philosophy, Ethics, Law, Computer Science, or related field with focus on technology ethics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a principled and forward-thinking Remote AI Ethicist to join their growing team. In this crucial role, you will be instrumental in guiding the responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies. You will develop ethical frameworks, conduct impact assessments, and provide expert guidance to ensure our AI systems are fair, transparent, accountable, and beneficial to society. This is a unique opportunity to shape the ethical landscape of AI, working independently from anywhere within approved regions and collaborating virtually with a diverse, global team dedicated to building trustworthy AI solutions. If you are passionate about ensuring technology serves humanity ethically, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive ethical guidelines and policies for AI development and deployment.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for new and existing AI initiatives.
• Advise product and engineering teams on ethical considerations, bias mitigation, and fairness in AI systems.
• Stay informed about evolving AI ethics regulations, best practices, and societal concerns globally.
• Promote a culture of ethical AI development through training, workshops, and internal communications.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Philosophy, Ethics, Law, Computer Science, or a related field with a focus on technology ethics.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology policy analysis.
• Deep understanding of ethical theories, AI bias, fairness metrics, and accountability frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Be at the forefront of shaping ethical AI practices in a forward-thinking organization.