AI Research Analyst

ISD is an independent, non-profit organisation dedicated to safeguarding human rights and reversing the rising tide of polarisation, extremism and disinformation worldwide.

Why work for ISD?

ISD is not your ordinary think tank. We turn research into action that changes the world. Our insights don't gather dust on shelves - they power the fight to protect democracy and human rights on the front lines. We're committed to delivering real change, from the grassroots to the highest levels of global institutions. And we're looking for passionate individuals who share our commitment to making a difference. Join us and be part of an organisation that's making an impact.

ISD's Guiding Principles of  integrity, collaboration, agility and courage  define who we are as a team and an organisation. These principles reflect our culture and guide the way we work and the choices we make.

Our benefits

• Flexible and remote working based on ISD's Time Principles (Trust, Communication, Flexibility). 
• 20 days paid time off (plus 11 public holidays, a week of additional paid time off over Christmas, an extended 4th of July holiday closure and Thanksgiving break). All in, this is nearly 40 days of yearly PTO!
• Health Insurance policy including healthcare covered at 80% by ISD for the primary employee, as well as vision, dental and fully employer-sponsored life insurance, short and long term disability policies. 
• 401k policy with generous employer match.
• 6 weeks paid sick leave and other family-friendly policies. 
• Annual personal development and remote working budgets.
• Dedicated mental health counsellors on staff for those working with potentially traumatic content.
• Inclusive wellbeing program with regular wellbeing initiatives e.g. early finish every Friday, 'Digital Detox' in the month of August, and at least once yearly all-staff retreats in Washington, D.C.
  
  

Salary

$65,000 - $85,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Location

You may work from one of our offices in D.C., Chicago, from home, or on a hybrid arrangement to suit you. Please note that occasional travel may be required (not to exceed 5% travel). Unfortunately, we cannot offer Visa sponsorship for role, nor can we consider candidates based outside of the U.S. 

Hours

This is a full-time position, 40 hours per week. 

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

ISD is committed to promoting diversity throughout its workforce and aims for its team to be truly representative of all sections of society. We make a concerted effort to ensure our workplace, employment policies and organisational culture creates an inclusive, positive and progressive environment in which all members of our team are treated with dignity and respect. For further information about this policy or our recruitment practices, please email [email protected].