NLTechnical Specialist, AI Safety
Cedar ResearchRemoteGlobal catastrophic risksAI safetySoftware engineeringResearch
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Why this is on the board
Cedar Research publishes its code, methods and papers openly, so that other research teams build on them instead of working out the same things again. Few people are yet looking concretely at how AI makes existing weak points, such as the trade in personal data, usable for mass surveillance. One well-supported finding probably carries more weight there than in a crowded field.
About the role
Research AI catastrophic risks through technical investigation, coding, and publication of findings. - Investigate AI-enabled threats like mass surveillance and loss-of-control scenarios; conduct both technical research and engineering work. - Write code and research papers on topics such as data-broker industry vulnerabilities amplified by AI systems. - Requires AI engineering experience and proficiency with Claude Code, Codex, or equivalent AI-assisted development tools. - Strong AI safety…
Requirements
| Language | English is enough |
|---|---|
| Work authorisation | Unclear |
| Screening | Not mentioned |
| Where you work | Remote · Remote |
| Level | Mid level |
| Salary | USD 70.000–USD 120.000 |
| Posted | 8 October 2026 |
| Closes | No closing date given |
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