AI Ethics and Safety Researcher

Our client, a pioneering force in the
** AI & Emerging Technologies
** sector, is seeking an AI Ethics and Safety Researcher to join their dedicated team in
** Mossel Bay, Western Cape**. This critical role focuses on ensuring that artificial intelligence is developed and deployed in a manner that is safe, fair, and beneficial to society. You will conduct in-depth research into potential AI risks, develop methodologies for evaluating AI safety, and contribute to the creation of ethical guidelines and best practices. This is an on-site position, vital for fostering close collaboration with research teams and participating in critical discussions within our
** Mossel Bay
** facility. The ideal candidate possesses a strong academic background in AI, philosophy, ethics, or a related field, coupled with a profound commitment to responsible AI innovation. You will have the opportunity to shape the future of AI safety and ethics within a leading organization, contributing to the development of trustworthy AI systems.

• Conduct research on AI safety, alignment, interpretability, and fairness.
• Develop and implement frameworks for evaluating the ethical implications and safety of AI systems.
• Identify potential risks and vulnerabilities in AI models and applications.
• Contribute to the development of best practices and guidelines for responsible AI development.
• Collaborate with AI researchers and engineers to integrate safety and ethical considerations into the development lifecycle.
• Stay abreast of the latest research and developments in AI ethics and safety globally.
• Publish research findings in academic journals and present at conferences.
• Advise on policy and governance related to AI ethics and safety.
• Contribute to internal and external discussions on the societal impact of AI.

• PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Philosophy, Ethics, Cognitive Science, or a related discipline with a focus on AI ethics and safety.
• Demonstrated experience in AI ethics, AI safety research, or a closely related field.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their societal implications.
• Familiarity with methods for AI interpretability, verification, and robustness.
• Excellent analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Experience publishing research in reputable venues is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research-oriented team.
• Must be available to work full-time at our
  ** Mossel Bay, Western Cape
  ** office.

• Competitive salary and potential for research grants/funding.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous leave allowance and public holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, attending conferences, and further research.
• Work on cutting-edge research with a significant societal impact.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating research environment.
• Access to advanced research facilities and computational resources.
• Employee wellness programs and work-life balance initiatives.