NLFunding, AI Safety
The Global Technology Risk FoundationRemoteGlobal catastrophic risksAI safetyResearch
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Why this is on the board
AI safety, the research into how to keep powerful AI systems reliable and controllable, is a young field with few people in it. So every new researcher or organisation helps decide which questions get asked. This programme gives you money, sparring and introductions to explore your own direction or to set up an organisation that later brings others to work on this problem too. Nobody knows in advance whether your idea will take off.
About the role
A flexible funding and support programme for exceptional individuals advancing AI safety research and impact. - Receive tailored financial support ranging from single grants to multi-year funding for starting organisations. - Access strategic sparring, technical expertise, and introductions to mentors, funders, and collaborators in AI safety. - Requires demonstrated commitment to reducing catastrophic AI risks, exceptional learning ability, and high agency to execute ideas. - No specific proj…
Requirements
| Language | English is enough |
|---|---|
| Work authorisation | Unclear |
| Screening | Not mentioned |
| Where you work | Remote · Remote |
| Level | Entry level |
| Stipend | Not stated |
| Posted | 8 October 2026 |
| Closes | No closing date given |
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