Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of ethical AI development for 2026. We're seeking visionary researchers to shape the future of responsible artificial intelligence. This role combines cutting-edge technical expertise with profound philosophical inquiry to ensure AI systems align with human values.
As an AI Ethics Researcher, you'll pioneer frameworks for algorithmic fairness, develop bias mitigation protocols, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed ethics into AI lifecycles. You'll publish groundbreaking research and influence industry standards while working in our state-of-the-art San Francisco facility.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement bias detection algorithms for generative AI systems
- Develop ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making in healthcare AI
- Conduct adversarial testing to identify potential AI misuse scenarios
- Author white papers on AI transparency and explainability standards
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate ethical guardrails into AI features
- Advise policymakers on emerging AI regulatory challenges
- Mentor junior researchers in ethical AI methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Philosophy, Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field
- 3+ years researching algorithmic bias or AI ethics
- Published work in top-tier AI ethics journals or conferences
- Expertise in fairness metrics (e.g., disparate impact, equalized odds)
- Proficiency in Python and ML frameworks (PyTorch/TensorFlow)
- Strong background in moral philosophy and ethical theory
- Experience with regulatory compliance frameworks (GDPR, EU AI Act)