Research Program Manager, General Research

at  OpenAI

ABOUT THE TEAM

OpenAI’s Research Teams are at the cutting edge of AI innovation, pushing the boundaries of what artificial intelligence can achieve. Our teams span a wide range of scientific disciplines and focus on developing powerful, safe, and beneficial AI systems for the world.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Research Program Manager (RPM) at OpenAI, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and coordinating research and development efforts across various teams. You will be responsible for streamlining workflows, accelerating research discoveries, and managing the integration of new advancements into ongoing projects. This role requires strong program management skills, deep technical understanding, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that projects meet ambitious deadlines and drive impactful results.
This role is based in San Francisco, CA. We use a hybrid work model of 3 days in the office per week and offer relocation assistance to new employees.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:

• Manage large-scale research programs, ensuring projects are executed efficiently and effectively.
• Drive collaboration between research teams, aligning efforts across different AI initiatives, including model development, data campaigns, and product-aligned research.
• Coordinate the development and integration of AI models and new technologies into research programs and product roadmaps.
• Create and execute compute roadmaps to allocate resources effectively and identify new opportunities for research discovery.
• Act as the communication bridge between researchers, engineers, and product teams to ensure smooth and rapid execution of research initiatives.

YOU MIGHT THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU:

• Advanced degree in hard science or demonstrated engineering expertise in technical fields.
• Proven ability to manage and deliver high-profile, complex technical projects on time and within scope.
• Strong technical acumen, with experience collaborating with engineering and research teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
• Expertise in designing and implementing scalable, simple processes to solve complex challenges.
• Highly adaptable and resourceful in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Thoughtful about the broader impacts of AGI and its role in society.