About this role
OpenAI has a vacancy for the role of Research Program Manager – Adversarial Model Research in San Francisco. This is a full-time position. The listing was posted on Jan 26, 2026. PakkiNaukri collects this listing from the employer's own posting and re-checks it — the employer's full description and the application itself are on the original listing, linked from this page.
From the employer's listing (short excerpt)
ABOUT THE TEAM
The Human Data team at OpenAI is responsible for identifying and mitigating risks in advanced AI systems by designing evaluations, surfacing vulnerabilities, and collaborating closely with researchers to strengthen model reliability and public trust.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Research Program Manager, you will lead initiatives that test the safety and robustness of OpenAI’s models through creative experimentation and structured evaluation. You’ll coordinate efforts across research and engineering teams to transform ambiguous risks into concrete research programs and influence future model development and deployment.
We’re looking for people who are technically savvy, comfortable with ambiguity, and excited about shaping the future of safe AI.
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:
- Lead programs that explore unexpected model behaviors and identify failure modes.
- Translate vague or emergent risk signals into clear priorities and actionable research plans.