GenAI Security Researcher (Open Ranks), Vulcan

About Us

AIFT is at the forefront of AI safety and security, developing cutting-edge solutions, Vulcan Attack (automated vulnerability assessment/red teaming) and Vulcan Protect (real-time monitoring), to ensure AI systems are robust, trustworthy, and aligned with societal needs.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and highly skilled GenAI Security Researcher to join our team. You will conduct applied and theoretical research into AI vulnerabilities, attack/defense methods, and security/safety benchmarking. Your work will directly shape our AI safety products, contribute to research communities, and influence industry standards and regulations.

What You'll Do

• Research: Investigate adversarial attacks, data poisoning, prompt injection, jailbreaks, and other AI system vulnerabilities in multi-modalities (e.g., text, image, video, and audio). Design and evaluate mitigation strategies, including fine-tuning, guardrails, content filtering, and robust model architectures.
• Benchmarking: Develop and maintain AI security evaluation frameworks, datasets, and performance metrics.
• Collaboration: Partner with product and partnership teams to integrate the findings into our AI security solutions.
• Dissemination: Publish findings in top-tier conferences and journals, present at industry events, and contribute to open-source initiatives.

What We're Looking For

• Research skills: Advanced degree (e.g., MSc/PhD) with strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to translate research into practical solutions.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of relevant techniques, such as generative AI, security & privacy, computer vision, signal processing, and human-computer interaction.
• Communication skills: Clearly explain complex concepts in layman's terms.
• Proficiency in English: Write and read documents, communicate with team members in English.
• Teamwork: Work closely with our members to deliver value.
• Agility: Adapt quickly to changing research priorities and emerging AI security threats.
• Coding skills: Proficiency in Python and experience with experimentation.

Nice to Have

• Publication record in top-tier journals and conferences in AI, security & privacy, computer vision, signal processing, and human-computer interaction.
• Experience with white-hat hacking and security tools.
• Familiarity with industry frameworks, such as OWASP Top 10 LLM, MITRE ATT&CK, and security standards.
• Proficiency in multiple languages.

Why Join Us

• Solve high-impact AI security challenges shaping the future of trustworthy AI.
• Collaborate with world-class researchers and engineers in a mission-driven environment.
• Competitive compensation, flexible working arrangements, and professional growth opportunities.

How to Apply

• Submit your English CV containing education and work experience with a publication list (underline your name in the author list).