Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of 2026's technological revolution. We're pioneering responsible AI systems that transform industries while safeguarding humanity. As our AI Ethics & Governance Lead, you'll shape the ethical frameworks for autonomous systems that will define the next decade. Work with Nobel laureates, UN advisors, and Fortune 500 partners to build transparent, auditable AI ecosystems. Your impact will directly influence global policy and set new standards for human-AI collaboration.
Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled access to thought leaders in quantum computing, biotechnology, and sustainable tech. Enjoy flexible hybrid work, world-class wellness programs, and budget for continuous learning at MIT and Stanford. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to architect the ethical backbone of our digital future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement auditable AI governance frameworks for autonomous decision systems
- Lead cross-functional ethics committees with engineers, policymakers, and social scientists
- Develop bias mitigation protocols for neural networks processing sensitive human data
- Partner with UN bodies to establish global AI accountability standards
- Conduct real-time ethical audits of generative AI systems in production
- Train 100+ engineers on responsible AI development lifecycle (RAIL)
- Author white papers on AI transparency for IEEE and Nature journals
Qualifications
- PhD in Ethics, Philosophy, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years applied AI ethics experience
- Expertise in EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and OECD AI Principles frameworks
- Proven track record designing governance for LLMs or autonomous systems
- Published research on algorithmic bias mitigation or explainable AI
- Experience working with regulatory bodies (FTC, ECHA, or equivalent)
- Advanced proficiency in Python for ethics auditing tool development
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex ethics to technical teams