Scale AI · 1 month ago
Research Advisor - Human Frontier Collective (UK)
Scale AI is a company dedicated to developing reliable AI systems for critical decision-making. They are seeking a Research Advisor for the Human Frontier Collective to provide consultancy on model behavior, engage with clients, and contribute to high-impact research, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary network of experts.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TransportationBig DataAgentic AIAutonomous VehiclesData Collection and LabelingGenerative AIImage RecognitionMachine Learning
Responsibilities
Provide elite-level consultancy on model behavior and domain-specific logic, establishing the benchmarks for professional integrity
Influence the technical roadmap by partnering with Scale AI's research, delivery, and GTM teams to design sophisticated, small-scale tasks that translates expert-level intuition into rigorous, computable frameworks for frontier model evaluation
Represent the Human Frontier Collective as a Subject Matter Expert during pivotal sales cycles, executive meetings, and conferences
Contribute to the creation of premier technical content and strategic GTM assets that ultimately helps position Scale as the definitive leader in the industry
Collaborate with Scale’s research team to co-author technical reports and research papers, boosting your academic visibility and professional recognition (e.g., SciPredict, PropensityBench, Professional Reasoning Benchmark)
Become a foundational member of the Human Frontier Collective; a supportive, interdisciplinary network of innovators. Gain exclusive access to a community of industry leaders and AI researchers dedicated to advancing the frontier of data
Qualification
Required
5+ years of relevant industry experience with strong, top-tier domain knowledge
Proven track record of operating at the top of their field and applying deep expertise in high-impact, real-world environments across finance, legal, medical, or related fields
Ideal background include but are not limited to: Finance Domain: IB/PE/VC C-Suite, VPs, or Directors from Bulge Bracket or Elite Boutiques (e.g., Goldman Sachs, Blackstone), Senior Managers, Senior Associates, or Senior Analysts from top-tier firms
Legal Domain: Partners or Senior Counsel at V100 firms; former SCOTUS/Federal Clerks, and Senior Associates from Big Law with active bar membership
Medical Domain: Board-certified MDs from premier academic hospitals (e.g., Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic). Practicing physicians w/ at least 5 YOE of post-residency experience from premier hospitals
Based on your specific expertise, we are looking for candidates who hold advanced degrees (PhD, or Masters, MD/DO, or JD) coupled with significant clinical, legal, or financial practice
Demonstrated research experience, analytical thinking, proficiency in problem formulation, and an interest in interdisciplinary AI applications
Self-driven and detail-oriented, with a deep passion for applied AI research
An innovative thinker who pairs intellectual curiosity with a commitment to collaboration within an elite community of researchers and AI professionals
Benefits
High-impact experts expand their influence through review projects, advisory roles, and research—while deepening their AI expertise, strengthening analytical and problem-solving skills, and engaging with pioneering AI applications in science and technology.
Collaborate with a global network of academics and experts to advance responsible AI through impactful, flexible research and training. 80% of our members come from leading institutions.
Flexible Schedule:~5–20 hours per week, with the ability to set your own schedule around existing commitments.
Company
Scale AI
Scale’s mission is to develop reliable AI systems for the world’s most important decisions.
H1B Sponsorship
Scale AI has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
18%
Represents job field similar to this job
Management and Executive
Engineering and Development
Product Management
Sales
Accounting and Finance
Customer Service and Support
Human Resources
Marketing
Legal and Compliance
Trends of Total Sponsorships
*2026 (32)
2025 (75)
2024 (47)
2023 (26)
2022 (17)
2021 (10)
2020 (10)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$15.9BKey Investors
MetaAccelDragoneer Investment Group,Greenoaks,Tiger Global Management
2025-06-10Corporate Round· $14.3B
2025-06-04Series Unknown
2024-05-21Series F· $1B
Leadership Team
Recent News
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