Research Scientist, CBRNE AI Safety

Meta is seeking a Research Scientist to join our FAIR Security, Privacy, and Reliability team, focusing on Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear, and Explosives (CBRNE) safety and preparedness for AI models. In this role, you will conduct research to evaluate and mitigate potential risks associated with AI systems in CBRNE domains, develop safety frameworks, and contribute to Meta's responsible AI initiatives. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure our AI models are prepared to handle sensitive content responsibly and safely.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on AI model safety in CBRNE domains, including biology, chemistry, radiological, nuclear, and explosives-related content
Develop evaluation methodologies and benchmarks to assess AI model vulnerabilities and safety in CBRNE contexts
Design and implement safety mitigations and guardrails for AI systems to prevent misuse in sensitive domains
Collaborate with policy, legal, and product teams to translate safety research into actionable guidelines
Contribute to preparedness frameworks that anticipate and address emerging risks in CBRNE-related AI applications
Publish research findings and represent Meta at academic and industry forums on AI safety
Partner with external researchers, government agencies, and safety organizations to advance CBRNE safety standards

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
PhD in biology, chemistry, nuclear science, security studies, or a related field, OR equivalent experience in CBRNE safety research
2+ years of experience in research related to biosecurity, chemical safety, nuclear safety, or weapon non-proliferation
Experience with risk assessment methodologies and safety evaluation frameworks
Track record of published research or contributions in CBRNE safety, AI safety, or related domains
Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams on safety or policy initiatives
Due to export control laws and regulations applicable to this role, candidates must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum Knowledge of dual-use research concerns and responsible disclosure practices
Background in red-teaming, adversarial testing, or safety evaluation of AI systems
Experience developing safety guidelines or policies for emerging technologies
Experience with AI/ML systems and understanding of large language model capabilities and limitations
Experience working with government agencies or international organizations on CBRNE preparedness