Senior Artificial Intelligence Ethics and Governance Specialist

MSD

. Identify and assess potential risks and impacts in AI systems and recommend appropriate mitigations .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $129,000 - $203,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in AI Ethics and Responsible AI, with a strong focus on risk management, technical trust, and safety. Proficient in hands-on code development for Generative AI and machine learning, while effectively collaborating with diverse stakeholders to promote ethical AI practices.

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AI Ethics and Responsible AIGenerative AI DevelopmentRisk ManagementTechnical Trust and SafetyStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Machine LearningPythonGenerative ModelsData ScienceAI Safety TestingExplainable AI (XAI)Synthetic Data GenerationRisk AssessmentPolicy DevelopmentTechnical Controls

Soft Skills

Collaborative Team CultureEffective CommunicationOwnershipCoaching and Knowledge Sharing

Tools & Technologies

Open-Source ToolsEnterprise Tools

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical BusinessRegulatory ProcessesGovernanceAI StandardsEthical AI Ecosystem

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and assess potential risks and impacts in AI systems and recommend appropriate mitigations
Work with business and technical stakeholders to understand business problems and AI risk
Represent the global AI Ethics and Governance team and guide stakeholders on company governance processes
Promote adoption of responsible AI
Test and audit data sets, models and AI solutions for bias, fairness and explainability using open-source and enterprise tools
Develop and implement policy processes and technical controls
Contribute to building a safe, responsible and ethical AI ecosystem
Research AI developments, best practices and regulatory changes
Develop guidance and contribute to external initiatives
Collaborate with stakeholders and senior leaders across human and animal health, business operations, supply chain management, clinical research and IT
Share knowledge and coach others

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in any Field
6+ years relevant working experience
Experience in AI ethics and responsible AI, with in-depth knowledge of AI, ML, Generative AI, agentic systems, and the emerging technology landscape
Experience with technical trust and safety, risk management, governance or related areas
Qualifications in analytical and technology disciplines such as Engineering, Sciences, Mathematics, Computer Science, Law, Philosophy or Psychology are encouraged
Ability to take ownership and work cross-functionally
Ability to foster a collaborative, positive and inclusive team culture and ways of working with stakeholders from varied fields
Ability to communicate and express technical viewpoints to senior stakeholders with succinctness and clarity
Hands-on code development experience in Generative AI, agentic systems, machine learning and data science, including Python, generative models / LLMs, and synthetic data generation
Knowledge of technical AI safety testing and XAI
Knowledge of law, IP, policy, regulatory processes, or industry standards in AI or related fields
Domain knowledge in pharmaceutical business areas is highly regarded
Must be a US or Puerto Rico resident
No visa sponsorship available

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate and sick days
Hybrid work arrangement
10% travel requirement