Senior Researcher, AI Civics

Data & Society Research Institute

Senior Researcher responsible for leading AI Civics program contributions at Data & Society. Engaging in participatory methods for civic action over AI systems.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeRemote • New York • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $78,000 - $97,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in participatory research methods and strong research skills, with a proven track record of publication and the ability to engage diverse audiences through writing and speaking. Possesses strong organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate and coordinate within a fast-paced, evolving environment.

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Participatory Research MethodsK-12 Education ExpertisePublic SpeakingResearch PublicationInterpersonal Skills

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Research SkillsQualitative ResearchAnalytical SkillsWriting SkillsCo-Design Projects

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Graduate Degree

Industry Keywords

Civic ActionCommunity ControlAI TechnologiesAdvocacyLabor

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a lead contributor on the AI Civics program focused on civic action and community control over AI.
Lead one or more inter-organizational partnerships with national partner organizations working in K-12 education, labor, faith, or advocacy.
Execute mission-critical co-design and participatory research projects as part of the AI Civics program.
Collaborate closely with the AI Civics Program Director and team to co-produce educational materials and public-facing outputs.
Report to organization leadership on the goals of the program and research progress.
Participate and help plan research team events and public writing and speaking engagements.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate degree or equivalent required.
Expertise in one or more sectors of interest to the program: K-12 education, labor, faith groups, or another institutional pillar of civic life as it relates to data-centric technologies and AI.
Minimum of 7-10 years experience in research organizations or research environment within organizations (university, public policy, advocacy, government, etc), inclusive of graduate work.
Expertise in participatory research methods and strong research skills required.
Strong track record of seeing research through to publication.
Public profile and ability to connect with non-academic audiences via writing and speaking.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated experience working with colleagues to see research through to successful outcomes.
Ability to coordinate and conduct in-depth qualitative research.
Comfort with a fast-paced work environment at a rapidly evolving organization.
Strong organizational, analytic, and writing skills, and familiarity with academic literature in their discipline.
Ability to coordinate with other team members and the D&S community.

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
access to a range of opt-in products and services including additional insurance and 401k management
paid time off
paid federal holidays