Sam Altman has advertised a $555,000-a-year role described as one of the toughest jobs in artificial intelligence.
The new head of preparedness at OpenAI will be responsible for identifying and reducing serious risks posed by advanced AI systems.
The role includes defending against threats to mental health, cybersecurity, and biological safety.
It also involves preparing for scenarios where AI systems become more autonomous and harder to control.
Altman warned candidates the job would be stressful and require immediate immersion.
Previous holders of similar roles have stayed only briefly.
Concerns about AI dangers are growing within the industry.
Mustafa Suleyman and Google DeepMind co-founder Demis Hassabis have both publicly warned about potential harms.
Regulation remains limited, leaving companies largely self-policing.
The post includes equity in OpenAI, recently valued at $500bn.
The vacancy comes amid lawsuits and reports linking AI systems to hacking incidents and alleged psychological harm.
OpenAI says it is strengthening safeguards while acknowledging the complexity of the risks ahead.
