Program Manager, Alignment · OpenAI

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:21:41 GMT
Engineering

OpenAI · San Francisco · $162K – $240K · hybrid

We are looking for a program manager to support OpenAI's alignment and safety ecosystem work through strong program execution, relationship management, and operational ownership. This person will work closely with alignment leadership to run key external-facing programs and partnerships, improve coordination across collaborators, and provide leverage on recurring operational needs in a fast-moving research environment.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience in program management, operations, partnerships, recruiting, or related work in research, policy, or technical environments. They should be able to independently drive complex, multi-stakeholder workstreams with strong program management judgment. Familiarity with the AI safety/alignment ecosystem and ability to build trust with external researchers and organizations are also essential.

Responsibilities:

Own logistics and execution for alignment events, including coordination with researchers, external participants, and internal stakeholders.

Support third-party collaborations as an operational counterparty, including program management, contracting coordination, follow-through, and cross-functional tracking.

Help incubate and manage external collaborations with organizations in the alignment ecosystem, including workstreams such as misalignment-related research collaborations or shared infrastructure efforts.

Provide informed recruiting support for alignment ecosystem hiring by helping source, map, and engage trusted candidates and communities.

Serve as the RPM counterpart for the Alignment blog, helping drive publishing operations, editorial coordination, and drafting support where needed.

Support compute management processes for the team, including recurring coordination, tracking, and operational follow-through.

If the pilot is successful, run a Safety Fellows program end to end, including selection process, participant support, programming, and operational management.

Requirements:

4+ years of experience in program management, operations, partnerships, recruiting, or related work in research, policy, or technical environments.

Ability to independently drive complex, multi-stakeholder workstreams with strong program management judgment.

Familiarity with the AI safety/alignment ecosystem and ability to build trust with external researchers and organizations.

Strong communication and writing skills.

Ability to maintain momentum and close operational gaps without heavy oversight.

Experience supporting fellowships, research communities, or external partnerships is a plus.

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