Human Frontier Collective Specialist - GenAI

Summary

Join the Human Frontier Collective (HFC) at Scale AI, a program bringing together leading researchers in AI. As an HFC Specialist, you will leverage your domain expertise to contribute to cutting-edge generative AI research. You'll develop and critique complex problem sets, collaborate with researchers, shape AI research directions, and engage in interdisciplinary projects. The role involves contributing to publications and networking within the AI community. Highly competitive compensation ($100/hour) and performance-based rewards are offered. This is a fully remote position.

Requirements

• Educational Background: Currently pursuing or holding a PhD or postdoctoral position in computer science, mathematics, engineering, cognitive sciences, or related STEM fields
• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated research experience, analytical thinking, proficiency in problem formulation, and an interest in interdisciplinary AI applications
• Professional Mindset: Self-driven, intellectually curious, and excited to collaborate within an elite community of fellow researchers and AI professionals

Responsibilities

• Develop and Critique Complex Problem Sets: Create challenging, domain-specific problems to rigorously test AI models, and provide expert evaluations to refine model performance
• Collaborative Research Sessions: Regularly meet with Scale researchers and interdisciplinary experts to discuss insights, model behaviors, and potential research directions
• Shape AI Research Directions: Work directly with Scale’s research team, helping to identify model limitations, analyze performance, and define future directions for AI capabilities
• Experimental and Interdisciplinary AI Projects: Engage in hands-on projects and interdisciplinary evaluations of AI models, uncovering insights across multiple domains to enhance model understanding and performance
• Publications and Thought Leadership: Contribute to and co-author research publications, technical reports, or public content such as webinars or panels, further highlighting your expertise
• Networking and Mentorship: Build professional connections through mentorship programs and exclusive events, connecting with leading AI researchers and industry professionals

Benefits

• Direct Influence: Your contributions directly impact the trajectory of advanced AI capabilities and research
• Networking and Growth: Engage with an elite, interdisciplinary community, receive mentorship, and expand your professional network
• Recognition and Compensation: Earn highly competitive compensation ($100/hour) and additional performance-based rewards, acknowledging your valuable contributions
• Career Pathways: Outstanding specialists will have opportunities for continued collaboration, extended engagements, or permanent roles at Scale AI
• Remote work: *Note: This is a fully remote role