Social
How to Break Into an Industry Research Lab
Jordan Sale
West Ballroom A
Abstract:
Transitioning from academia into a frontier industry research lab is one of the most exciting - and confusing - moves an AI researcher can make. Many graduating PhDs assume that strong publications and technical ability are all it takes to succeed in industry.
However, at top labs, researchers are expected not only to build world-class systems - but also to navigate complex org structures, advocate for themselves, secure resources, and align with fast-moving business priorities.
But - many early-career researchers have never recruited, negotiated, or managed stakeholder politics. The result? A massive information asymmetry - where super capable researchers struggle to advance simply because they don’t have access to the unspoken rules.
This social aims to level the playing field.
The panelists will share hard-earned insights on how to break into industry, choose the right company and team, navigate interviews and negotiation, and set yourself up for long-term success.
We want attendees to walk away with less fear, more clarity, and an actionable playbook for launching a successful research career in industry!
🎁 Bonuses:
Everyone who attends will also receive:
- A 62-page Technical Interview Guide for AI Researchers with real interview questions from the OpenAI, Anthropic, and Microsoft interview loops
- The scripts used to negotiate $$75K in additional compensation at every FAANG company
However, at top labs, researchers are expected not only to build world-class systems - but also to navigate complex org structures, advocate for themselves, secure resources, and align with fast-moving business priorities.
But - many early-career researchers have never recruited, negotiated, or managed stakeholder politics. The result? A massive information asymmetry - where super capable researchers struggle to advance simply because they don’t have access to the unspoken rules.
This social aims to level the playing field.
The panelists will share hard-earned insights on how to break into industry, choose the right company and team, navigate interviews and negotiation, and set yourself up for long-term success.
We want attendees to walk away with less fear, more clarity, and an actionable playbook for launching a successful research career in industry!
🎁 Bonuses:
Everyone who attends will also receive:
- A 62-page Technical Interview Guide for AI Researchers with real interview questions from the OpenAI, Anthropic, and Microsoft interview loops
- The scripts used to negotiate $$75K in additional compensation at every FAANG company
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