Research Analyst, Knight-Georgetown Institute - Georgetown University

Georgetown University•Lexington, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Knight-Georgetown Institute (KGI) is seeking a Research Analyst to join its team and contribute to critical research and policy initiatives focused on the online information environment, with an emphasis on technology policy and design. Established in 2024, KGI connects independent research with technology policy and design. The Research Analyst will perform a cross-functional role, synthesizing academic findings, contributing to original research, and supporting KGI's work on online platforms and generative AI. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to widely disseminated research and policy communications at the intersection of technology, social science, law, computer science, and public policy. The role is designed for an early-career professional interested in technology policy and immersed in cross-disciplinary research. The Research Analyst will also help craft KGI’s policy communications for various audiences and support the organization of workshops, convenings, and conferences. KGI has produced influential research on platform governance, algorithmic design, competition in digital markets, and data access, with recent projects including the Better Feeds initiative and evidence-based frameworks for platform design litigation and policy. The Research Analyst will contribute to these ongoing initiatives and advance new research projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in any field with coursework experience related to technology and policy.
3-5 years of relevant experience in research, data analysis, or a related area.
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information from multiple disciplines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear research summaries and reports.
Experience conducting literature reviews and synthesizing academic research.
Demonstrated interest in technology research, including topics such as platform governance, algorithmic systems, or AI policy.
Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and across disciplines.
Proven ability to take initiative independently, advance multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.
Proficiency in Google Suite products and a quick learning curve to adapt to new programs.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree in a field related to technology, social science, law, or public policy.
Strong quantitative and/or qualitative research skills.
Experience with qualitative analysis methods and/or statistical software (R, Python, Stata).
Familiarity with platform governance, algorithmic systems, or AI policy.
Experience working on interdisciplinary research projects.

Responsibilities

Synthesize academic findings across disciplines.
Contribute to original research on online platforms and generative AI.
Support KGI's work on online platforms and generative AI.
Craft KGI’s policy communications for state, federal, and international audiences.
Support the curation and organization of workshops, convenings, and conferences.
Contribute to ongoing initiatives and advance new research projects.