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Safeguards Enforcement Analyst, Bio Harms

AnthropicSan Francisco, CA | New York City, NY | Washington, DCSafeguards (Trust & Safety)
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
11 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

The Safeguards Enforcement Analyst, Bio Harms role at Anthropic involves protecting artificial intelligence systems from biological and chemical threats across San Francisco, New York City, and Washington, DC. This position suits professionals skilled in biosecurity and trust and safety who want to ensure AI development remains safe and beneficial for society.

Role Overview

In this position, the specialist reviews real model interactions to differentiate between legitimate research and credible attempts at biological harm. The analyst shapes monitoring workflows, investigates policy violations, and collaborates with internal teams to mitigate potential risks associated with advanced technology. This role requires making quick, defensible decisions under pressure and participating in shared on-call duties alongside policy and enforcement groups.

Key Responsibilities

Enforce usage policies by identifying and stopping potential biological risks and the harmful misuse of AI systems.
Oversee and enhance detection, investigation, triage, and escalation processes for bio-related monitoring.
Study platform activity to spot emerging patterns linked to biological, chemical, radiological, nuclear, and explosive threats.
Create automated enforcement systems and review workflows that maintain high accuracy at scale.
Investigate potential violations thoroughly and document evidence to support enforcement actions.
Collaborate with engineering and data science colleagues to optimize detection models for policy violations.
Partner with policy and threat intelligence units to build risk-assessment frameworks and refine safety tools.

Requirements

Hold a degree in a biology-related discipline such as microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or public health, or bring relevant professional experience.
Demonstrate background in trust and safety, content moderation, or policy enforcement at a platform scale.
Experience applying generative AI tools to improve content review and enforcement workflows.
Ability to evaluate complex and ambiguous situations, making well-reasoned choices under strict time limits.
Strong self-direction and proactivity in identifying trends and shipping system improvements.
Clear written communication skills capable of translating technical biological concepts for diverse technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice to Have

Subject matter expertise in biodefense, biosecurity, non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, or threat intelligence.
Deep familiarity with real-world biological risks, adversary intent, weaponization pathways, dual-use concerns, and open-source intelligence methods.
Proficiency in SQL or alternative data analysis software to examine large datasets and monitor enforcement health.
Knowledge of dual-use research of concern, select agents, and applicable policy frameworks.

Skills and Tools

SQL and data analysis tools
Generative AI tools for workflow optimization
Open-source intelligence techniques
Content moderation and policy enforcement frameworks

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $245,000 to $285,000 USD. Anthropic provides competitive compensation, optional equity donation matching, flexible working hours, generous vacation policies, parental leave, and collaborative office spaces.

About the Company

Anthropic operates as a public benefit corporation focused on building reliable, interpretable, and steerable artificial intelligence systems. The organization functions as a cohesive team of researchers, engineers, and policy experts treating AI research as an empirical science akin to physics and biology.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Anthropic careers page to submit an application for this position.

Skills and tech stack

SQL

Questions candidates ask

What locations are available for this role?

The position is based in San Francisco, CA, New York City, NY, or Washington, DC, operating under a location-based hybrid policy where staff are expected in the office at least 25% of the time.

What is the salary range for the Safeguards Enforcement Analyst position?

The annual base salary ranges from $245,000 to $285,000 USD.

What qualifications are required for the education background?

Candidates must hold a degree in a bio-related field such as microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or public health, or possess relevant professional experience.

Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship for this job?

Yes, Anthropic sponsors visas and partners with an immigration lawyer to assist candidates who receive an offer.

What technical data skill is preferred for applicants?

Proficiency in SQL and other data analysis tools to evaluate large datasets and monitor enforcement workflow health is preferred.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Anthropic careers page.

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