Research Scientist – Policy Research

Duties

The most promising candidates in this role will demonstrate a range of technical and interpersonal skills. 

Primary duties will include:

• Conducting original quantitative research related to our Community Standards for internal and external publication;
• Partnering with policy and internal research experts to ensure research is identified and integrated into policy development; and
• Supporting policy-development end-to-end process.

qualifications

• An advanced degree in one of the following disciplines: Economics, Sociology, Political Science, or Psychology, or other related disciplines;
• Deep experience with quantitative research tools;
• Experience applying rigorous research methods and thought to diverse, complex, and ambiguous problems; and
• Superb communication skills.
• experience in a policy research setting.
• Experience working directly with policymakers or other decisionmakers.
• Experience working in policy areas relevant to our digital platform.