MATS Launches Residency Program with Up to $285k Salary for AI Safety Research
ChenhaoTan · x · 2026-08-27
MATS has launched the MATS Residency program, a new path for experienced researchers focusing on AI safety.
- Compensation: Residents receive $155,000–$285,000/year plus benefits and uncapped research compute.
- Location & Duration: Work in Berkeley, London, or Washington, DC, for 6 to 24 months.
- Access: Includes mentorship from advisors at OpenAI, Google DeepMind, Anthropic, and UK AISI.
- Deadline: Applications are open until October 31 AoE.
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