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We are seeking a motivated Research Scientist to join our team and contribute to groundbreaking research that will help uncover the path to positive Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) futures. Key questions surround the philosophy of artificial intelligence, including ethics, human values and alignment.\nWe are seeking a Research Scientist to explore foundational philosophical questions about AGI and its potential impact on the world, including those concerning ethics and alignment. Key responsibilities include defining critical research questions across different domains, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, and conducting experiments to advance our mission.\nArtificial intelligence will be one of humanity’s most transformative inventions. 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