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Full-Time

Research Scientist

Model Safety

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

OpenAI

OpenAI

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops safe and beneficial AI technologies

Consulting
Venture Capital
Hardware
Enterprise Software
Social Impact
AI & Machine Learning

Mid, Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Lab & Research
Interdisciplinary Research
Medical Research
Requirements
  • 4+ years of experience in the field of AI safety, especially in areas like RLHF, adversarial training, robustness, fairness & biases.
  • Hold a Ph.D. or other degree in computer science, machine learning, or a related field.
  • Possess experience in safety work for AI model deployment.
  • Have an in-depth understanding of deep learning research and/or strong engineering skills.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct state-of-the-art research on AI safety topics such as RLHF, adversarial training, robustness, and more.
  • Implement new methods in OpenAI’s core model training and launch safety improvements in OpenAI’s products.
  • Set the research directions and strategies to make our AI systems safer, more aligned and more robust.
  • Coordinate and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including T&S, legal, policy and other research teams, to ensure that our products meet the highest safety standards.
  • Actively evaluate and understand the safety of our models and systems, identifying areas of risk and proposing mitigation strategies.

OpenAI develops artificial intelligence technologies aimed at benefiting humanity. The company creates advanced AI models that can perform various tasks, such as automating processes and enhancing creativity. OpenAI's products, like Sora, allow users to generate videos from text descriptions, showcasing the capabilities of their AI systems. Unlike many competitors, OpenAI operates under a capped profit model, which limits the profits it can make and redistributes excess earnings to maximize the social benefits of AI. This commitment to safety and ethical considerations is central to its mission of ensuring that artificial general intelligence (AGI) is developed responsibly. OpenAI serves a wide range of clients, including businesses and researchers, and collaborates with academic institutions and government bodies to address the risks associated with advanced AI technologies.

Company Stage

Private

Total Funding

$11.3B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

46%

1 year growth

128%

2 year growth

257%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • OpenAI's partnerships with academic institutions and government bodies provide opportunities for collaborative research and addressing AI risks.
  • The launch of GPT-4o Mini and other compact models democratizes access to advanced AI, making it more affordable and accessible.
  • Integration with Global Relay's compliance platform enhances OpenAI's appeal to regulated industries, ensuring data privacy and compliance.

What critics are saying

  • The rapid pace of AI advancements could lead to ethical and safety concerns that may impact OpenAI's reputation.
  • Competition from other AI giants like Google and Nvidia could erode OpenAI's market share.

What makes OpenAI unique

  • OpenAI's capped profit model ensures that excess profits are reinvested to maximize social and economic benefits, setting it apart from profit-maximizing competitors.
  • The company's focus on ethical AI and safety in developing AGI positions it as a responsible leader in the AI industry.
  • OpenAI's innovative products, such as Sora for video creation from text, demonstrate its commitment to pushing the boundaries of AI capabilities.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care

Mental healthcare service

Fertility treatment coverage

401(k) with generous matching

20-week paid parental leave

Life insurance (complimentary)

AD&D insurance (complimentary)

Short-term/long-term disability insurance (complimentary)

Optional buy-up life insurance

Flexible work hours and unlimited paid time off (we encourage 4+ weeks per year)

Annual learning & development stipend

Regular team happy hours and outings

Daily catered lunch and dinner

Travel to domestic conferences