About the Talk:

Join us for an informative session about OpenAI's Research Residency program, perfect for anyone interested in forging a career in AI, but without extensive experience in the domain. Our 6-month residency helps technical researchers from diverse fields transition into AI. Led by the program manager, Jackie Hehir, this session offers insights into the program's structure, benefits, and application process.The residency is an excellent way for people who are curious, passionate, and skilled to sharpen their focus on AI and machine learning and contribute to OpenAI’s mission of building AGI that benefits all of humanity. Learn more about the residency program and discover research blogs published by residents at the bottom of this page here.

About the Speakers:

Jacqueline Hehir leads the OpenAI Residency Program. The program is a unique opportunity for brilliant technical researchers from diverse fields such as physics, math, and neuroscience to transition into AI research. Previously, she served as Head of Program Management at Amplitude and Intercom. Jacqueline holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and French from Harvard University, where she was a varsity lacrosse player as well as a Master of Public Health in Health Policy and Management from Columbia University. 

Hart Andrin went through the residency program last year, and has been a research scientist at OpenAI for the past fifteen months, working on the Frontiers team. Prior to this, Hart was a quantitative researcher for several years at various hedge funds, working on applying statistical techniques on the stock market. Hart has a formal background in mathematics, and his non-traditional background and diverse perspective have helped guide research efforts at OpenAI in unexpected and impactful directions.