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OpenAI Seeks Head of Preparedness Amid AI Concerns

12/28/2025

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OpenAI is hiring a Head of Preparedness to address potential harms from its AI models, focusing on mental health.
Sam Altman, Chief Executive Officer of OpenAI, stresses the role amid rising concerns, including wrongful death lawsuits linked to ChatGPT.
The position offers $555,000 in salary plus equity and leads OpenAI's safety strategy for advanced AI capabilities.
The previous Head of Preparedness was reassigned in July 2024, triggering team restructuring.

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OpenAI is hiring a Head of Preparedness to address potential harms from its AI models, focusing on mental health.
Sam Altman, Chief Executive Officer of OpenAI, stresses the role amid rising concerns, including wrongful death lawsuits linked to ChatGPT.
The position offers $555,000 in salary plus equity and leads OpenAI's safety strategy for advanced AI capabilities.
The previous Head of Preparedness was reassigned in July 2024, triggering team restructuring.