Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of ethical AI development. We're pioneering the next generation of responsible AI systems for 2026 and beyond. As our AI Ethics Research Lead, you'll shape industry standards while working with Fortune 500 partners deploying AI in healthcare, finance, and autonomous systems. Enjoy flexible hybrid work, unlimited learning stipends, and equity in a mission-driven startup backed by top-tier venture capital.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical frameworks for generative AI models deployed in regulated industries
- Lead cross-functional audits of AI systems for bias, fairness, and transparency
- Develop industry-first certification protocols for 2026 AI compliance standards
- Collaborate with legal teams to navigate evolving AI governance landscapes
- Present research findings at global ethics summits and publish in top-tier journals
- Mentor a team of 3-5 ethics researchers and engineers
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and policy think tanks
Qualifications
- PhD in Ethics, Philosophy, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years of AI ethics experience
- Published research in top-tier journals on algorithmic bias or explainable AI
- Expertise in implementing EU AI Act and NIST AI Risk Management Framework
- Proven track record leading ethics initiatives at FAANG-scale organizations
- Deep understanding of quantum computing's ethical implications for 2026
- Certification in Responsible AI from MIT or Stanford (or equivalent)
- Experience with federated learning and differential privacy techniques