Job Description
Shape the ethical backbone of tomorrow's AI revolution at Nexus Futures Inc. We're seeking a visionary AI Ethics Research Lead to define responsible innovation standards for 2026. Join our cross-disciplinary team at the forefront of ethical AI development, where you'll influence policies that balance technological advancement with human values.
As a key architect of our AI ethics framework, you'll collaborate with industry leaders, policymakers, and academic institutions to establish global standards. Our Austin headquarters offers cutting-edge facilities and a culture dedicated to responsible innovation, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive ethical guidelines for autonomous systems and generative AI models
- Lead interdisciplinary research teams in bias mitigation and fairness algorithm design
- Partner with product teams to embed ethical safeguards into AI development lifecycles
- Represent the company at global policy forums on AI governance and regulation
- Create audit protocols for ethical AI compliance across enterprise deployments
- Pioneer predictive frameworks for emerging AI ethical dilemmas post-2025
- Mentor junior researchers in ethics-first AI methodologies
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Ethics, Philosophy, Computer Science, or related field with AI focus
- 5+ years researching AI ethics frameworks at academic or industry level
- Published work in top-tier ethics/AI journals or conference proceedings
- Expertise in fairness metrics, bias detection, and explainable AI techniques
- Experience collaborating with policymakers and regulatory bodies
- Strong background in applied ethics and moral philosophy
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex ethical concepts into actionable policies