Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of responsible AI development. We seek a visionary 2026 AI Ethics Research Lead to shape the ethical frameworks for next-generation artificial intelligence systems. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge technology with human-centered principles, ensuring our innovations align with societal values and regulatory standards. As we approach the critical 2026 milestone, you'll lead cross-functional teams in developing robust governance protocols, conduct bias mitigation audits, and pioneer transparent AI accountability systems. If you're passionate about democratizing AI ethics while maintaining technical excellence, this is your opportunity to define the future of responsible technology.
Responsibilities
- Lead research on emerging AI ethics challenges and develop proactive governance frameworks for 2026+ AI deployments
- Collaborate with engineering teams to implement bias detection algorithms and fairness metrics in AI systems
- Design and conduct ethics impact assessments for high-stakes AI applications across healthcare, finance, and autonomous systems
- Develop industry-leading transparency protocols for AI decision-making processes and model explainability standards
- Create educational programs and workshops to embed ethical AI principles across organizational culture
- Represent the company at global AI ethics forums and contribute to regulatory policy development
- Mentor junior researchers and establish partnerships with academic institutions for ethics-focused innovation
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Ethics, Philosophy, or related field with 8+ years of AI ethics research experience
- Proven track record in developing enterprise-level AI governance frameworks and compliance protocols
- Expertise in bias mitigation techniques for machine learning algorithms and large language models
- Deep understanding of evolving global AI regulations (EU AI Act, NIST frameworks, etc.)
- Strong publication record in top-tier AI ethics journals and conferences
- Experience leading cross-functional teams with diverse technical and non-technical backgrounds
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex ethical concepts to stakeholders
- Proficiency in Python and statistical analysis tools for AI system auditing