Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs at the forefront of responsible AI development. As we pioneer 2026's next-generation autonomous systems, we seek an AI Ethics & Governance Specialist to shape the ethical frameworks that will define humanity's technological future. This role bridges cutting-edge AI research with human-centric governance, ensuring our innovations advance society while safeguarding against unintended consequences.
Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of quantum computing, neural networks, and ethical AI. You'll collaborate with world-class researchers to develop auditable, transparent, and bias-resistant AI systems that comply with evolving global regulations. This position offers unparalleled opportunity to influence the ethical standards that will govern AI for decades to come.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical governance frameworks for generative AI systems deployed in healthcare and autonomous sectors
- Conduct bias audits and fairness assessments across neural network architectures
- Develop explainable AI (XAI) protocols for high-stakes decision-making systems
- Partner with legal teams to ensure compliance with emerging AI regulations (EU AI Act, US AI Bill of Rights)
- Lead cross-functional workshops on responsible AI deployment with engineering teams
- Establish continuous monitoring systems for AI system alignment with human values
- Author white papers on ethical AI standards for industry conferences and policy bodies
Qualifications
- PhD in Ethics, Philosophy, Computer Science, or related field with 5+ years AI governance experience
- Proven expertise in developing bias mitigation techniques for large language models
- Familiarity with ISO/IEC 42001 and NIST AI Risk Management Framework
- Strong background in applied ethics with focus on technology impact assessment
- Experience working with quantum-resistant cryptographic protocols for AI security
- Published research in top-tier AI ethics journals (e.g., ACM FAccT, NeurIPS workshops)
- Ability to translate complex ethical concepts into actionable engineering requirements