Job Description
Shape the ethical frontier of artificial intelligence as Nexus Future Labs seeks an AI Ethics Research Lead to define responsible AI frameworks for 2026. Join our interdisciplinary team at the intersection of technology, philosophy, and policy to develop groundbreaking governance models that ensure AI systems align with human values.
Based in our San Francisco innovation hub, you'll lead research initiatives that address bias mitigation, algorithmic transparency, and societal impact while collaborating with Fortune 500 partners deploying next-generation AI solutions. This role offers unparalleled influence in shaping the ethical standards that will guide AI development through 2030.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical frameworks for generative AI systems
- Lead cross-functional research teams in bias detection and mitigation
- Develop audit protocols for autonomous decision-making algorithms
- Author policy briefs for regulatory bodies and industry coalitions
- Conduct scenario planning for AI's socioeconomic impacts by 2026
- Mentor junior researchers in responsible AI methodologies
- Present findings at global ethics and technology summits
Qualifications
- PhD in Ethics, Philosophy, Computer Science, or related field
- 5+ years researching AI ethics or algorithmic fairness
- Expertise in bias detection techniques across ML models
- Published work in top-tier ethics/tech journals (e.g., Nature Ethics)
- Experience with regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF)
- Strong background in participatory design methodologies
- Proficiency in Python for ethical AI tool development