Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of shaping ethical AI frameworks for 2026. We're seeking a visionary AI Ethics Research Lead to design governance systems that ensure responsible AI deployment in critical industries. This hybrid role combines cutting-edge research with practical implementation, allowing you to directly influence how AI evolves in our rapidly advancing technological landscape.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop ethical guidelines, audit AI systems for bias, and publish thought leadership that sets industry standards. Our Austin headquarters offers state-of-the-art facilities and a culture that values innovation, ethics, and sustainability.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Lead bias audits and risk assessments for AI deployment in healthcare and finance
- Develop predictive models for AI ethical compliance using advanced analytics
- Collaborate with engineering teams to embed ethical safeguards into AI pipelines
- Present research findings at global ethics summits and publish in peer-reviewed journals
- Mentor junior researchers and build a specialized ethics research team
- Advocate for transparent AI policies with regulatory bodies and industry consortiums
Qualifications
- PhD in Ethics, Computer Science, Philosophy, or related field with 5+ years AI research experience
- Expertise in bias mitigation techniques for machine learning systems
- Published work on AI ethics or responsible AI frameworks in top-tier journals
- Strong programming skills in Python/R with experience in ethical AI toolkits
- Deep understanding of global AI regulatory landscapes (EU AI Act, NIST frameworks)
- Experience conducting stakeholder workshops on AI ethics and transparency
- Proven ability to translate complex ethical concepts into actionable technical guidelines