AI Research Lead

Job Description

AI Research Lead

Services: Behavioural Sciences

[£100,000 - £120,000 + Share Options]

Prolific

Prolific is not just another player in the AI space – we are the architects of the human data infrastructure that's reshaping the landscape of AI development. In a world where foundational AI technologies are increasingly commoditized, it's the quality and diversity of human-generated data that truly differentiates products and models.

The role

As our AI Research Lead, you'll be instrumental in leveraging Prolific's human data platform to develop cutting-edge AI models, datasets, and applications. Your work will be pivotal in establishing Prolific as a leader in the next wave of AI innovation, focusing on fine-tuning foundational models and developing small, focused open-source models.

You will spearhead our efforts in pushing the boundaries of AI research and application which will offer you a unique opportunity to shape the future of AI in a company that has a significant influence on the development of cutting edge AI research.

What you’ll bring to the role

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Machine Learning, or a related field, or an equivalent industry track-record.
• Proven track-record in AI research, with a focus on language models and human-AI interaction.
• Strong and frequently refreshed understanding of the current AI landscape, including recent developments in large language models and their applications.
• Experience with fine-tuning models and developing focused, task-specific AI solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• A passion for ethical AI development and a commitment to promoting responsible AI practices

What you’ll be doing in the role

• Strategic Partnerships: Identify and establish collaborations with top-tier research institutions, universities, and industry partners to conduct groundbreaking AI research using Prolific's human data infrastructure.
• Human Judgment in AI: Spearhead RLHF (Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback) research and explore novel ways to integrate human judgment into model improvement.
• Red Teaming: Leverage Prolific's unique access to diverse audiences for crowdsourced red teaming of AI systems.
• Democratic AI Alignment: Lead research initiatives to incorporate representative human input into AI development and alignment.
• AI & Behavioral Research: Develop innovative approaches to use AI for deeper understanding of human behavior and psychology.
• Thought Leadership: Represent Prolific at conferences and in the wider AI community, establishing our position as thought leaders in ethical and human-centered AI.
• Human-AI Collaboration: Conduct groundbreaking research on augmenting human capabilities through AI collaboration.
• Customer Consultancy: Support Prolific's services team in advising and serving our world-class customers, providing expert guidance on AI implementation and best practices.

Why Prolific is a great place to work

We've built a unique platform that connects researchers and companies with a global pool of participants, enabling the collection of high-quality, ethically sourced human behavioral data and feedback. This data is the cornerstone of developing more accurate, nuanced, and aligned AI systems.

We believe that the next leap in AI capabilities won't come solely from scaling existing models, but from integrating diverse human perspectives and behaviors into AI development. By providing this crucial human data infrastructure, Prolific is positioning itself at the forefront of the next wave of AI innovation – one that reflects the breath and the best of humanity.

Working for us will place you at the forefront of AI innovation, providing access to our unique human data platform and opportunities for groundbreaking research. Join us to enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and remote working within our impactful, mission-driven culture.

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