Job Description
Shape the ethical frontier of artificial intelligence by 2026. FutureHorizon Labs seeks a visionary AI Ethics Research Lead to develop frameworks that ensure responsible AI deployment in high-stakes industries. You'll pioneer governance protocols for autonomous systems while collaborating with world-class engineers and policymakers to define the next generation of AI accountability standards.
This role demands strategic thinking and technical depth, bridging philosophical principles with practical implementation. Join our mission to preempt ethical challenges before they emerge, ensuring AI advancement aligns with human values in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical AI governance frameworks for 2026-era autonomous systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in auditing algorithmic bias and fairness metrics
- Develop policy recommendations for regulatory bodies on AI transparency requirements
- Conduct cutting-edge research on emergent ethical challenges in generative AI
- Collaborate with product teams to embed ethical safeguards into development lifecycles
- Publish whitepapers and position papers on AI ethics for industry conferences
- Mentor junior researchers in responsible AI methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Philosophy, Computer Science, Ethics, or related field with 5+ years AI ethics experience
- Proven track record in publishing peer-reviewed research on algorithmic fairness
- Expertise in implementing bias detection tools (e.g., Aequitas, IBM AI Fairness 360)
- Deep understanding of global AI regulatory landscapes (EU AI Act, NIST frameworks)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on AI governance strategies
- Strong command of Python for ethical AI tool development and validation
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders