The Science, Society, and AI lab at Hunter College, led by Professor Savannah Thais, is recruiting a PhD student for Fall 2026. The lab focuses on the robust measurement of artificial intelligence and the systems in which AI is increasingly embedded, with particular attention to scientific research, education, and law. Current research areas include mechanistic interpretability and capability measurements of physics foundation models, benchmarking and evaluation of scientific agents, AI literacy, philosophical foundations of AI, and AI's intersection with human rights law. Applicants are encouraged to bring their own research interests to the lab.

Hunter College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY), offers a vibrant research environment in New York City, fostering both academic excellence and social impact. Students are supported in engaging with both research and non-research-based scholarship and organizing. The application deadline is January 1, 2026, which is later than most programs, providing ample time for interested candidates to apply. No specific funding details are provided, and the position is not tied to a particular grant. For more information and to apply, visit the provided application link.