OpenAI

Senior Economist

San Francisco, California, United States

$325,000 – $400,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Economic ResearchIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. in Economics or a related field with a specialization in labor economics, applied microeconomics, or industrial organization. Strong empirical research skills, including survey design, econometric modeling, and causal inference, are essential. Proficiency in statistical software like R or Python and extensive experience with large government datasets are required. Demonstrated ability to publish high-quality research and significant experience working with governments, philanthropies, and/or policymakers are also necessary. Prior experience in a government agency or business focusing on technology adoption and AI implementation, along with experience collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams and strong communication skills, are preferred.

Responsibilities

The Senior Economist will lead and design labor market research focused on AI's impact on employment, wages, skill requirements, and productivity. Responsibilities include designing and analyzing datasets from proprietary and external sources to track AI adoption across job types. The role involves publishing findings in internal reports, academic papers, and public-facing formats to influence company strategy and external policy discussions. Additionally, the Senior Economist will collaborate cross-functionally with product teams, research scientists, and external partners to integrate economic insights into AI system design.

Skills

Labor Economics
Economic Research
AI Impact Analysis
Econometrics
Statistical Modeling
Data Analysis
Research Design
Thought Leadership
Cross-functional Collaboration

OpenAI

Develops safe and beneficial AI technologies

About OpenAI

OpenAI develops and deploys artificial intelligence technologies aimed at benefiting humanity. The company creates advanced AI models capable of performing various tasks, such as automating processes and enhancing creativity. OpenAI's products, like Sora, allow users to generate videos from text descriptions, showcasing the versatility of its AI applications. Unlike many competitors, OpenAI operates under a capped profit model, which limits the profits it can make and ensures that excess earnings are redistributed 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) serves all of humanity.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$18,433.2MTotal Funding
LATE_VCCompany Stage
AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

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

Risks

Elon Musk's legal battle may pose financial and reputational challenges for OpenAI.
Customizable ChatGPT personas could lead to privacy and ethical concerns.
Competitors like Anthropic raising capital may intensify market competition.

Differentiation

OpenAI's capped profit model prioritizes ethical AI development over unlimited profit.
OpenAI's AI models, like Sora, offer unique video creation from text descriptions.
OpenAI's focus on AGI aims to create AI systems smarter than humans.

Upsides

OpenAI's $6.6 billion funding boosts its AI research and computational capacity.
Customizable ChatGPT personas enhance user engagement and satisfaction.
OpenAI's 'Operator' AI agent could revolutionize workforce automation by 2025.

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