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Advice for Aspiring Research Managers in AI Safety

This article offers advice for individuals interested in research management (RM), particularly within the context of the Machine Assistance & Training Services (MATS) program. The author emphasizes that RM is primarily a people-centric role focused on supporting researchers, rather than conducting research itself. Key responsibilities include providing one-on-one support, accountability, career planning, and general life improvements for participants. The author also highlights the high demand for RMs and points to several external resources for further information. AI

IMPACT Provides guidance on career paths within AI safety research operations.

RANK_REASON The article is an opinion piece offering advice and insights from personal experience, rather than reporting on a specific event or release.

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Advice for Aspiring Research Managers in AI Safety

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  1. LessWrong (AI tag) TIER_1 English(EN) · TheManxLoiner ·

    Advice for budding research managers/coaches after 6 months at MATS

    <p><span>Here is my advice for people interested in research management (RM). It’s an info dump, but you should at least skim all the materials if you are seriously considering this for your career.</span></p><h1><span>What is RM?</span></h1><ul><li value="1"><span>RM means diffe…