Description
Description:
The Sr. Research Analyst for the Disinformation Action Lab (SRA-DAL) will be responsible for leading the curriculum development for the Project on Data Integrity (PDI), which supports civil rights groups in understanding and countering the problem of disinformation. The SRA-DAL will also provide spot research and analysis based on requests from key partner organizations. The SRA-DAL will further conduct online monitoring and analysis of sites and communities that develop or amplify problematic information. The researcher will work with the Project Lead to develop and execute a monitoring plan—in conjunction with partners—for tracking and categorizing examples of problematic content and provide regular analytical briefs on key topics.
The ideal candidate loves shaping and conducting applied research and developing practical guidance documents and hands-on workshops to ensure the research makes a difference. This is not a role for someone who enjoys the protocols of academia. Rather, it’s a role for someone who enjoys leading and shaping a body of practical research that helps solve public problems and build the capacity of key organizations.
The candidate will have deep expertise in the problem of disinformation—the actors, their ideologies, and their tactics—and the ability to write about it clearly and concisely on short deadlines. They are excited about shaping a newly created role within a fast-moving team and are a natural leader who prioritizes learning and iteration over perfectionism. They enjoy thinking strategically about what is needed for research to be useful, relevant, and accessible.
The Senior Research Analyst role is a full-time, exempt position, and reports directly to the Project Lead for DAL.
Responsibilities include:
- Lead the curriculum development for PDI. Draft case studies and topical briefs.
- Provide research and analysis based on requests from civil rights groups.
- Lead monitoring and analysis efforts, producing regular intelligence briefs for key stakeholders.
- Work with Project Lead to turn research and analysis into practical guidance documents and support engagement activities.
- Work with Project Lead to develop and execute a monitoring plan with key partner organizations.
Qualifications:
- A minimum of eight years of experience in a nonprofit, government, or philanthropy, and/or university conducting applied research.
- Masters or equivalent expertise in humanities, social sciences, or public policy.
- Experience in a leadership role in organizational research planning and implementation process.
- Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Suite, as well as workflow and project management tools like Asana.
- Expertise in the problem of disinformation—specific actor groups and tactics
- Strong policy analysis and research skills
- Superior communication skills
- Strong writing and editorial skills
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Self-motivated, independent, quick learner
- Effective diplomatic skills, good judgment, and discretion
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and help others to stay calm as well
Application:
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