Director of AI Safety Research & Strategy

Methodfi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AI research company is seeking a Head of Research for AI Safety to lead their research team. The role involves shaping the research agenda, overseeing AI safety projects, and publishing high-impact findings. Candidates should have a proven record in AI research and deep knowledge in AI safety and language models, alongside strong leadership skills. This opportunity allows for significant contributions in a rapidly evolving field, with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Unlimited Annual Leave Policy

Private healthcare and dental

Enhanced parental leave

Family-Friendly Flexibility

Hybrid Working

Qualifications

• Proven track record of high-impact AI research, with top-tier academic publications.
• Deep domain knowledge in language models and AI safety.
• Ability to lead and mentor technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the AI safety team's research agenda aligned with company goals.
• Conduct and oversee research on safety-critical AI systems.
• Publish findings in leading academic conferences and journals.
• Foster an innovative culture within the research team.

Skills

High-impact AI research

Deep domain knowledge in language models

Strong research judgment

Advanced programming skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Tools

Python

Job description

A leading AI research company is seeking a Head of Research for AI Safety to lead their research team. The role involves shaping the research agenda, overseeing AI safety projects, and publishing high-impact findings. Candidates should have a proven record in AI research and deep knowledge in AI safety and language models, alongside strong leadership skills. This opportunity allows for significant contributions in a rapidly evolving field, with flexible working arrangements.