Operations Lead for AI Safety & Research Growth

Heelsandtech

Berkeley (CA)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 200,000

Full time

14 days+
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Lunch and dinner for onsite employees
Visa sponsorship
Benefits provided

Job summary

A progressive AI research organization in Berkeley is seeking a Generalist to support AI Safety research with diverse responsibilities including operations management, budgeting, and hiring. Successful candidates will be proactive and skilled communicators with an interest in AI Safety. This full-time role offers a compensation range of $140,000-$200,000 based on experience, with benefits and potential visa sponsorship. You'll have a tangible impact on the organization from day one.

Qualifications

  • Work experience in operations, research management, or related fields.
  • Ability to communicate key research findings effectively.
  • Independent and proactive approach to tasks.

Responsibilities

  • Manage recruitment and onboarding of new staff and interns.
  • Oversee website and social media.
  • Coordinate media requests and event invitations.
  • Support AI Safety research projects.
  • Handle budgeting and fundraising.
  • Interface with fiscal sponsor operations.

Skills

Operations experience
Research management
Executive support
Independent and proactive
Interest in AI Safety
Communication skills
Proficiency with AI tools

Job description

A progressive AI research organization in Berkeley is seeking a Generalist to support AI Safety research with diverse responsibilities including operations management, budgeting, and hiring. Successful candidates will be proactive and skilled communicators with an interest in AI Safety. This full-time role offers a compensation range of $140,000-$200,000 based on experience, with benefits and potential visa sponsorship. You'll have a tangible impact on the organization from day one.
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