Head Of Research And Development (AI Safety)

TL;DR

Head Of Research And Development (AI Safety): Leading and shaping the research agenda for safe AI systems, focusing on large language models and safety-critical AI. With an accent on cutting-edge AI safety research, publishing, and team leadership. Focus on driving impactful research, managing a high-agency team, and aligning scientific goals with commercial ambitions.

Location: Hybrid in London, UK

Company

hirify.global is a product company specializing in human-centric AI, working with global clients across government, finance, retail, energy, life sciences, and defence to build responsible AI solutions.

What you will do

• Lead the AI safety research agenda aligned with long-term company goals.
• Conduct and oversee advanced AI safety research on large language models and critical systems.
• Publish research findings in top academic venues.
• Build, manage, and mentor a growing research team fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Collaborate on evaluations and red-teaming projects in high-risk domains like CBRN and cybersecurity.
• Position hirify.global as a thought leader in AI safety through strategic engagement.

Requirements

• Location: Hybrid role based in London, UK
• Proven track record of high-impact AI research with top-tier publications or equivalent experience.
• Deep domain knowledge in language models and AI safety.
• Strong research judgment and experience leading novel AI safety research directions.
• Advanced programming skills in Python and data science tools to review team work.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for diverse audiences.

Nice to have

• Experience in red teaming and evaluations in high-risk domains such as CBRN and cybersecurity.
• Passion for mentoring and fostering a collaborative research culture.

Culture & Benefits

• Unlimited annual leave policy.
• Private healthcare and dental coverage.
• Enhanced parental leave and family-friendly flexibility.
• Sanctus coaching and flexible working arrangements.
• Hybrid working with 2 days in the Old Street office, London.

Hiring process

• Initial Talent Team screen (30 minutes).
• Experience and theory interview (45 minutes).
• Research presentation and coding interview (75 minutes).
• Leadership and principles interview (60 minutes).
• Final stage interview with CEO (45 minutes).