Temporary Research Analyst

Penn Information Systems & Computing

. Assist the Executive Director with research, analysis, and writing on policy issues related to the information ecosystem .

Posted 10/2/2026part-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $7 - $25 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in research synthesis, policy analysis, and written communication, with a strong focus on the information ecosystem and technology policy. Holds a graduate degree in a relevant field and possesses a keen interest in democracy and media integrity.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Research SynthesisPolicy AnalysisExcellent Written CommunicationQuantitative Social Science UnderstandingLiterature Reviews

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Hard Skills

Research AnalysisPolicy BriefsWhite PapersQuantitative ResearchLiterature Review

Soft Skills

Strong Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Graduate Degree

Industry Keywords

Information EcosystemSynthetic Content PolicyTechnology PolicyPro-Democracy MessagingMedia Integrity

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist the Executive Director with research, analysis, and writing on policy issues related to the information ecosystem
Perform research and policy analysis
Lead work resulting in think tank and other white papers
Research topics including synthetic content policy, how LLMs are changing the information ecosystem, pro-democracy messaging, scientific funding for social sciences, and related policy issues

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate degree in a relevant field of study required
Strong ability to read and understand quantitative social science or computational research
Excellent written communication skills required
Experience with research synthesis, literature reviews, or policy briefs required
Demonstrated interest in democracy, media, information integrity, technology policy, or related areas preferred
Cover letter and resume required for application
A background check may be required after a conditional job offer

Benefits

Comp & perks

Remote work eligibility
Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans
Pre-tax or Roth retirement savings options
Investment options through TIAA and Vanguard