Extremism Researcher/Writer

Middle East Broadcasting Networks•Arlington, VA, VA

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About The Position

The Extremism Researcher/Writer is responsible for researching, analyzing, and producing digital-first reporting on extremist movements, online radicalization, disinformation, and related trends. This role combines open-source investigative research with clear, accurate, and audience-focused storytelling across web, social, newsletter, and other MBN platforms. The position works closely with editors, reporters, and other newsroom teams to monitor emerging developments, verify information, and create timely explanatory and enterprise content that meets high editorial, ethical, and factual standards in a fast-paced digital news environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, Political Science, International Relations, Sociology, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
3+ years of experience in journalism, research, investigative reporting, digital media, intelligence analysis, or related fields.
Demonstrated knowledge of extremism, radicalization, hate movements, disinformation, online communities, and related issues.
Strong research, writing, editing, and fact-checking skills with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly and accurately.
Ability to assess source credibility, verify information, and identify misinformation or manipulated content.
Strong understanding of journalistic ethics, legal considerations, and responsible reporting practices related to sensitive topics.
Excellent organizational, analytical, and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Fluency in Arabic and English.

Nice To Haves

Experience conducting open-source intelligence and digital investigations using public records, social media platforms, databases, and online research tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

Research, monitor, and analyze extremist movements, ideologies, online narratives, and related sociopolitical developments across digital platforms and open-source channels.
Produce accurate, well-sourced multimedia content, including articles, videos, explainers, backgrounders, research briefs, and investigative reports.
Track emerging trends in online extremism, disinformation, radicalization, hate movements, and digital propaganda.
Conduct open-source intelligence research using public records, social media, digital archives, databases, and multimedia sources.
Verify information, assess source credibility, and ensure factual accuracy in all published materials.
Translate complex research findings into clear, accessible content for digital audiences.
Collaborate with editors, reporters, analysts, and multimedia teams.
Monitor breaking developments related to extremism, terrorism, hate groups, and online influence campaigns to support timely coverage.
Contribute to MBN newsletters, website, social content, and other platform initiatives as needed.
Ensure all reporting and research adhere to journalistic ethics, legal standards, and organizational safety protocols.
Perform additional job-related duties and take on new responsibilities as needed based on organizational requirements and circumstances.