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Anthropic is seeking a Research Counsel to advise on data acquisition and risk mitigation, focusing on copyright, privacy, and related issues for AI model development. The role involves supporting the Frontier Red-Teaming, Policy, and Societal Impacts teams to ensure safe and responsible AI development. The ideal candidate will navigate complex legal challenges in machine learning and data acquisition.

Responsibilities:
  • Advising research teams on permissible data usage and data sourcing strategy.
  • Monitoring regulatory developments related to AI training data.
  • Translating data needs between research teams and Legal & Policy stakeholders.
  • Engaging with stakeholders to develop data governance norms for AI development.
  • Supporting Anthropic’s Frontier Red-Teaming team on AI safety and model vulnerabilities.
  • Counseling the Societal Impacts team on data usage, sharing, and publications.

Requirements:
  • JD and active membership in at least one U.S. state bar (California preferred).
  • 5-10 years of legal experience advising on copyright, privacy, data, and related issues for technology companies or AI/ML products (in-house experience preferred).
  • Creative problem solver with a passion for translating legal requirements to technical concepts.
  • Experience advising on legal issues for AI products or services and academic research.
  • Excellent written communication skills.
  • Ability to balance organizational mission and goals.
  • Willingness to work outside areas of expertise in a fast-growing startup.

Anthropic offers:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits.
  • Optional equity donation matching.
  • Generous vacation and parental leave.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • A collaborative office space.
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