Research Scientist, Frontier Red Team (Cyber)

$320,000 - $600,000/Yr

Red Line Consulting - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Francisco, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The position at Anthropic involves leading technical research focused on AI safety and developing reliable AI systems. The role requires a strong background in machine learning and Python engineering, with an emphasis on conducting experimental research and collaborating with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate is mission-driven and motivated to advance AI safety while ensuring the positive deployment of AI technologies.

Responsibilities

• Leading technical research into frontier risks.
• Developing and testing models with future capabilities.
• Designing evaluations for AI systems.
• Collaborating with outside experts in the field.
• Briefing external stakeholders such as labs and government entities.

Requirements

• Solid ML-focused Python engineering and research skills, particularly in using and training models.
• Experience leading and executing technical research with a team.
• Comfortable with messy experimental science and uncharted territory.
• Ability to build your own tooling as needed.
• Strong communication skills to articulate and discuss findings and their importance.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in AI safety research or related fields.
• Familiarity with ethical implications of AI systems.
• Background in interdisciplinary collaboration across ML, physics, policy, and business.

Benefits

• Optional equity donation matching at a 3:1 ratio, up to 50% of your equity grant.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for you and all your dependents.
• 401(k) plan with 4% matching.
• 21 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Unlimited PTO, with most staff taking between 4-6 weeks each year.
• Stipends for education, home office improvements, commuting, and wellness.
• Fertility benefits via Carrot.
• Daily lunches and snacks in the office.
• Relocation support for those moving to the Bay Area.