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Research Lead

LocationBerkeley, CA or Singapore (remote and in-person possible)

SetupRemote

LevelSenior

Posted1w ago

Research & Evaluation

Quick answer

FAR.AI is hiring a Research Lead (Berkeley, CA or Singapore) to develop and lead a research agenda that reduces catastrophic risks from advanced AI, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Role: Research Lead
Organization: FAR.AI
Location: Berkeley, CA or Singapore (remote and in-person possible)
Work setup: Remote
Level: Senior
Category: Research & Evaluation

The role

FAR.AI is hiring a Research Lead to develop and lead a research agenda that reduces catastrophic risks from advanced AI. You'll build and lead a team executing this agenda, set research direction, and remain hands-on enough to write code and run experiments. Beyond your team, you can shape FAR.AI's broader work by directing millions of dollars in grants to external researchers extending your agenda, convening the people who can act on it, and influencing our independent testing and advising of AI companies and governments.

What you'll do

Articulate a research agenda with a clear theory of change for mitigating catastrophic risks from human-level or superhuman AI systems
Grow and lead a team of technical staff in pursuit of this agenda
Lead novel research projects where there may be unclear markers of progress or success
Share your research findings through written content and presentations to drive adoption and change
Mentor and coach junior team members in research skills and ML engineering
Contribute to the FAR.AI intellectual environment by giving feedback on early-stage proposals

What it takes

Strong existing research track record in AI or another highly technical subject
Clear view of which safety research directions are likely to matter most over the next few years
Led a team, mentored graduate students, or supported early-career researchers through fellowship programs
Effective communication of novel methods and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences
Engaged substantively with the field through prior research, employment, or sustained independent contribution

What you'll bring

Strong existing research track record in AI or another highly technical subjectClear view of which safety research directions are likely to matter most over the next few yearsLed a teammentored graduate studentsor supported early-career researchers through fellowship programsEffective communication of novel methods and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences

How we treat you

Health Insurance - 94% of Insurance premium paid by Organization commencing within 1 month after your start date; Retirement - 401(k) plan with up to 2% match; PTO - 25 days Paid Time Off per year, accrued weekly and up to 10 days of paid sick leave per year; Paid Leave - Paid Bereavement, Family, Medical and Pregnancy Disability Leave; WFH Stipend & Equipment - Work computer and stipend provided for eligible employees; Catered Meals (Berkeley Office Only) - Catered lunches and dinners on workdays at our office

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

Berkeley, CA or Singapore (remote and in-person possible)

What are the key qualifications required?

Strong existing research track record in AI or another highly technical subject, clear view of which safety research directions are likely to matter most over the next few years, led a team, mentored graduate students, or supported early-career researchers through fellowship programs, effective communication of novel methods and solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences, engaged substantively with the field through prior research, employment, or sustained independent contribution

How or by when to apply?

Apply directly via the application form. The process includes a portfolio review, a 60-minute bilateral fit call, a research deep-day, a 5-day paid work trial, structured reference calls, and a final decision panel. Typical elapsed time: 4–6 weeks. Total candidate time end-to-end is ~50 hours, with the paid work trial being the bulk. If a 5-day block isn't feasible for you, reach out — we can discuss alternatives.

How to apply

Apply directly on FAR.AI's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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