Social Science Research Council is hiring a
Technical LLM Researcher

Summary

Join a pioneering research initiative as a Technical LLM Researcher to support the project's technical and conceptual research goals, including LLM auditing, testing, and regulatory disclosures.

Requirements

• Degree in computer science, artificial intelligence, software engineering, data science, or a related field
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
• Some experience conducting scientific research related to AI and machine learning, particularly in LLMs, preferred
• Passion for addressing societal impacts of AI and promoting transparency and accountability in AI technologies
• Publication record in journals or coding recording on GitHub required

Responsibilities

• Initiative in generating and adapting research ideas and the application of technical research concepts across domains
• Conduct applied technical research on LLMs, focused on model testing and auditing to advance AI safety research into AI commercialization risks
• Publish original research in academic journals and working papers
• Work closely with other researchers, including project directors, to align on research objectives. Work with a technical research lead on LLM models
• Engage with external partners from academia, industry, government, and the nonprofit sector to enhance the project's impact

Benefits

• Annual salary range is $60,000 – $100,000 commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, disability, life, and gym reimbursement; annual tuition and/or student loan reimbursement; outstanding pension plan and tax savings programs; generous vacation and sick leave; and more