Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of ethical AI development as we prepare for the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary AI Ethics Research Lead to shape responsible AI frameworks that will define tomorrow's digital ecosystem. In this pivotal role, you'll collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to develop governance protocols, bias mitigation strategies, and transparency standards for next-generation AI systems. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where innovation meets purpose, with competitive benefits including equity participation, wellness stipends, and flexible work arrangements. Help us build technology that advances humanity while safeguarding fundamental rights.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement ethical AI governance frameworks for 2026 technology deployments
- Lead cross-functional research initiatives on bias detection and algorithmic fairness
- Develop industry standards for AI transparency and explainability requirements
- Collaborate with product teams to embed ethical considerations into AI development lifecycles
- Conduct scenario planning for emerging AI risks and societal impact assessments
- Present findings to executive leadership and regulatory bodies
- Mentor junior researchers in ethical AI methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Philosophy, Ethics, or related field with 5+ years AI ethics experience
- Expertise in bias detection algorithms and fairness metrics for ML systems
- Published research in top-tier AI ethics journals (e.g., ACM FAccT, NeurIPS Ethics)
- Experience working with regulatory bodies on AI policy development
- Strong background in cross-cultural ethical frameworks and global tech governance
- Proficiency in Python and statistical analysis tools for bias auditing
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex ethical concepts for technical teams