Location: Remote. Timaeus will likely be located in either Berkeley or London in the next 6 months, and we intend to sponsor visas for these roles in the future.
Will all employees be required to move to Berkeley or London, or will they have the option to continue working remotely?
We won’t strictly require it, but we will probably strongly encourage it. It’s not disqualifying, but it could make the difference between two similar candidates.
This is a research direction that dates back to Clift et al. 2021. For a more recent and introductory example, see this post by @Daniel Murfet.
(Note: I've edited the announcement to remove explicit mention of geometry of program synthesis.)
TLDR: We're hiring for research & engineering roles across different levels of seniority. Hires will work on applications of singular learning theory to alignment, including developmental interpretability.
About Us
Timaeus' mission is to empower humanity by making breakthrough scientific progress on alignment. Our research focuses on applications of singular learning theory to foundational problems within alignment.
Position Details
Roles
We expect some familiarity with Timaeus’ research and research agenda for all open roles, but in-depth familiarity with singular learning theory (SLT) is not required.
Research Lead (1 FTE)
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Research Scientist (2 FTE)
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Research Engineer (1 FTE)
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Current Research Areas
Benefits and Salary
Your starting salary range is USD70,000 – USD140,000, depending on prior experience and location. There may be flexibility in salary for exceptional candidates with significant experience.
Our benefits include:
Application Process
Here’s a summary of the application process for a successful candidate:
We’re reviewing candidates on a rolling basis and may make an offer before the end of the application deadline.
Apply Now
Interested candidates should submit their applications by 13 February at 11:59 PM GMT using this application form.
Join us in shaping the future of AI alignment research. Apply now to be part of the Timaeus team!
Please submit any questions to careers@timaeus.co. For impressions from previous hiring rounds, see this comment.
Diversity and Inclusion
We’re aware that factors like gender, race, and socioeconomic background can affect people’s willingness to apply for roles for which they meet some but not all the suggested attributes. We’d especially like to encourage people from underrepresented backgrounds to express interest.
There’s no such thing as a “perfect” candidate. If you’re on the fence about applying because you’re unsure whether you’re qualified, we’d encourage you to apply.
If you require any adjustments to the application process, such as accessibility accommodations, additional preparation time, or other, please contact careers@timaeus.co. We’re happy to support your needs and adjust the application process.