Researcher, AI Cognition Initiative, Technical Focus

As a Researcher on the AI Cognition Initiative, you will:

• Conduct research to inform policy and foundation decisions on important global issues.
• Design and conduct surveys and polls to understand public perspectives.
• Publish research reviews and analyses for policymakers and foundations.
• Collaborate with researchers to develop quantitative models and frameworks.
• Contribute to investigations of neglected areas with potential policy impact.

This role helps inform high-stakes decisions in AI governance and global priorities, ensuring that policy and foundation funding are directed toward the most pressing issues.

• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Experience with survey design and quantitative modeling.
• Ability to synthesize complex information for policy audiences.
• Excellent written communication skills.

Compensation and benefits are competitive. Specific details not provided in the posting.

Rethink Priorities is a research organization that conducts rigorous analysis to inform decision-making on the world's most pressing problems, with a focus on effective altruism and global priorities.