Remote AI Ethics Leader

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 860,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off and remote work

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 offers a remote AI Ethics Specialist role focused on guiding responsible AI development and deployment. You will establish guidelines, perform impact assessments, and foster a culture of ethical innovation across AI researchers, product managers, and legal teams.

The role emphasizes independence and collaboration in a remote setting, addressing risks and promoting fairness, accountability, and transparency in AI systems.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Philosophy, Law, Computer Science, Public Policy, or a related field with a focus on ethics or technology.
• Demonstrable understanding of AI technologies and their societal implications.
• Experience in developing ethical guidelines, conducting impact assessments, or similar regulatory/compliance work.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to navigate complex ethical dilemmas.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics frameworks, policies, and best practices for the organization.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for new AI initiatives and products.
• Provide guidance and training to AI teams on ethical considerations, bias detection, and mitigation strategies.
• Monitor evolving AI ethics regulations and industry standards, ensuring compliance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate ethical considerations throughout the AI development lifecycle.
• Engage with external stakeholders and contribute to public discourse on AI ethics.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Remote collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in Philosophy, Law, Computer Science, Public Policy or related field

Job description

Placements24 offers a remote AI Ethics Specialist role focused on guiding responsible AI development and deployment. You will establish guidelines, perform impact assessments, and foster a culture of ethical innovation across AI researchers, product managers, and legal teams.

The role emphasizes independence and collaboration in a remote setting, addressing risks and promoting fairness, accountability, and transparency in AI systems.