Research Scientist, Frontier Risk Evaluations

Scale AI · San Francisco, CA; New York, NY · Research · listed March 25, 2026

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The shape of it

Seniority
Not stated
Where
Not stated
Stated pay
$216,000 – $270,000 USD
Requirements listed
5
Length
923 words

In the posting’s own words

As the leading data and evaluation partner for frontier AI companies, Scale plays an integral role in understanding the capabilities and safeguarding AI models and systems. Building on this expertise, Scale Labs has launched a new team focused on policy research, to bridge the gap between AI research and global policymakers to make informed, scientific decisions about AI risks and capabilities.

What it asks for · 5

  • A track record of published research in machine learning, particularly in generative AI.
  • At least three years of experience addressing sophisticated ML problems, whether in a research setting or in product development.
  • Experience in crafting evaluations and benchmarks, or a background in data science roles related to LLM technologies.
  • Experience with red-teaming or adversarial testing of AI systems.
  • Familiarity with AI safety policy frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act, Korea AI Basic Act).

Also a plus

  • Experience in crafting evaluations and benchmarks, or a background in data science roles related to LLM technologies.
  • Experience with red-teaming or adversarial testing of AI systems.
  • Familiarity with AI safety policy frameworks (e.g., NIST AI RMF, EU AI Act, Korea AI Basic Act).

Tools and skills named

Models & research
  • Evaluations5×
  • Machine learning3×
  • LLM
Ways of working
  • Cross-functional
  • Testing
Security & compliance
  • Security

Words the posting leans on

  • evaluations9×
  • research9×
  • risk7×
  • frontier5×
  • systems5×
  • capabilities4×
  • experience4×
  • design3×
  • harnesses3×
  • industry3×
  • labs3×
  • risk evaluations3×
  • act2×
  • agent2×
  • building2×
  • data2×

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