Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of ethical AI development as we shape the 2026 technological landscape. We seek an AI Ethics Research Lead to pioneer responsible AI frameworks that balance innovation with human values. This role offers unparalleled opportunity to influence global AI policy while working with world-class researchers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed ethical safeguards into next-generation AI systems, ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory landscapes and societal needs. Our commitment to creating equitable AI solutions offers a unique platform to make tangible impact on humanity's digital future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical AI governance frameworks for 2026-era autonomous systems
- Lead interdisciplinary research on algorithmic bias mitigation and transparency
- Develop audit protocols for high-stakes AI decision-making systems
- Partner with policymakers to shape emerging AI regulatory standards
- Mentor junior researchers in responsible AI methodologies
- Present findings at global ethics and technology conferences
- Coordinate with engineering teams to embed ethical safeguards into production systems
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Ethics, Philosophy, or related field with 5+ years AI research experience
- Published work on algorithmic fairness, transparency, or bias mitigation
- Expertise in applied ethics frameworks (e.g., IEEE Ethically Aligned Design)
- Proficiency in Python/R with experience in ML fairness libraries (AIF360, Fairlearn)
- Experience advising tech companies on AI governance and policy development
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex ethical concepts into technical requirements
- Strong network with academic and policy communities in AI ethics