ForeCast Forethought is Hiring Researchers (with Mia Taylor)
Oct 13, 2025
Mia Taylor, a research fellow at Forethought, dives into her role tackling significant societal issues posed by advanced AI, focusing on democracy preservation and the risks of power concentration. She shares her intriguing journey to Forethought, emphasizing the importance of exploring speculative questions about AI's long-term impact. Mia contrasts the dynamic research environment at Forethought with traditional academic paths and highlights the need for curious generalists in their team. She also discusses vital projects and her unique perspective on AI extinction risks.
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Join If You Value Intellectual Freedom
- Apply if you want freedom to pursue big-picture AI questions and turn ideas into action.
- Prepare to write clearly and show a track record or rapid-learning commitment.
Why Mia Joined Forethought
- Mia joined after reading Forethought's early work and seeing questions nobody else addressed.
- She wanted groups tackling issues about how technical fixes translate into a better future.
Technical Fixes Aren't Sufficient
- Solving alignment technically doesn't guarantee a good future because social and power questions remain.
- Forethought focuses on those downstream issues like concentration of power and value selection.