Senior AI Ethicist

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Global flexibility

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior AI Ethicist to join a globally distributed, fully remote team working to ensure responsible AI development and deployment. The role shapes ethical guidelines, conducts impact assessments, and collaborates with researchers, engineers, and legal teams.

The ideal candidate has an advanced degree in philosophy/ethics with 5+ years in AI ethics, strong communication skills, and a track record in policy and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree-focused on technology ethics.
• Minimum 5 years in AI ethics or technology policy.
• Deep understanding of ethical principles and AI technologies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with diverse audiences.
• Experience working in remote, cross-functional environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics frameworks, policies, and guidelines.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and mitigation recommendations.
• Collaborate with researchers, engineers, product managers, and legal teams to integrate ethics into the lifecycle.
• Engage with regulators, academics, and civil society on AI ethics issues.
• Develop training materials and workshops to promote ethical AI practices.

Skills

Advanced communication

Ethical reasoning

AI ethics

Remote collaboration

Policy analysis

Education

Master's or PhD in Philosophy/Ethics/Technology Ethics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a pioneer in AI & Emerging Technologies and is committed to developing artificial intelligence responsibly. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior AI Ethicist to join our globally distributed team. This role is crucial for ensuring that our AI systems are developed and deployed in a manner that is fair, transparent, accountable, and beneficial to society. You will play a key role in shaping ethical guidelines, conducting impact assessments, and collaborating with diverse stakeholders to navigate the complex ethical landscape of AI. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to the responsible advancement of AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI ethics frameworks, policies, and guidelines.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and provide recommendations for mitigating potential harms of AI systems.
• Collaborate with AI researchers, engineers, product managers, and legal teams to integrate ethical considerations into the AI development lifecycle.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including regulators, academics, and civil society, on AI ethics issues.
• Develop training materials and conduct workshops to promote ethical AI practices across the organization.
• Stay current with evolving global regulations and best practices in AI ethics and responsible innovation.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in Philosophy, Ethics, Law, Social Sciences, or a related field with a focus on technology ethics.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience specifically focused on AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology policy.
• Deep understanding of ethical principles, AI technologies, and their societal implications.
• Proven ability to analyze complex ethical dilemmas and develop practical solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in a remote, collaborative, and cross-functional environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Fully remote work arrangement, providing global flexibility.
• Opportunity to influence the ethical trajectory of AI development at a leading company.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Support for professional development, including relevant courses and conferences.