About this role
Faculty seeks a Principal Research Scientist in London to lead its AI safety research agenda and guide a specialized team focusing on large language models and sensitive security evaluations. This position suits an experienced researcher with a strong background in AI safety and a desire to shape trustworthy technology solutions.
Role Overview
Faculty is hiring a Principal Research Scientist for AI Safety based in London, UK. The position involves directing the research strategy for large language models and safety-critical systems while mentoring a growing team of researchers. The role sits within a small, high-agency unit that conducts red teaming and misuse evaluations for frontier model developers and national safety institutes.
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About the Company
Founded in 2014, Faculty builds and deploys responsible technology for global customers across sectors such as government, finance, retail, energy, life sciences, and defence. The organization creates critical red teaming solutions and misuse evaluations for frontier model developers and national safety institutes, with work previously featured in industry system cards.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit applications directly through the official company careers page.
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Where is the job located?
The position is based in London, UK.
What are the primary responsibilities of this role?
The role involves leading the AI safety research agenda, overseeing technical projects on large language models, publishing findings, mentoring researchers, and conducting red teaming for domains like CBRN and cybersecurity.
What technical skills are required?
Applicants need advanced programming skills in Python and the standard data science stack, along with deep domain knowledge in language models and AI safety.
What does the interview process involve?
The process includes a talent team screen, an experience and theory interview, a research presentation and coding interview, a leadership and principles interview, and a final stage meeting with the CEO.
How should candidates apply?
Candidates should apply through the official company careers page.