The Knight-Georgetown Institute is currently recruiting for two high-impact early-career positions:

• Policy Analyst
• Research Analyst

Both roles are based in Washington, D.C. (hybrid) and focus on critical work at the intersection of artificial intelligence, platform governance, competition policy, and the future of the online information ecosystem.

These positions are designed for candidates who are analytically strong, intellectually curious, and eager to contribute to influential research and policy work shaping global technology governance debates.

Application deadline for both roles: June 1, 2026

POLICY ANALYST 

The Policy Analyst role at KGI is focused on competition policy, AI governance, and digital platform regulation. It is designed for early-career professionals who want to translate complex technical research into clear, actionable policy recommendations used by governments and regulators.

The role sits at the intersection of:

• Artificial intelligence policy
• Competition and antitrust policy
• Platform governance
• Digital market regulation
• Policy communications

The successful candidate will contribute directly to policy outputs used by decision-makers in the United States, European Union, and United Kingdom.

Key Responsibilities

1. Policy Research and Analysis

The Policy Analyst will:

• Conduct interdisciplinary policy research across economics, law, computer science, and social science
• Analyze competition policy and AI governance frameworks
• Synthesize complex empirical evidence into policy recommendations
• Produce structured policy briefs and analytical reports

2. AI and Competition Policy Work

Core thematic areas include:

• Digital competition and antitrust policy
• Generative AI governance frameworks
• Platform regulation and accountability
• Algorithmic systems and digital markets
• Data access and governance issues

3. Policy Communication and Engagement

The role also includes:

• Translating technical research into accessible policy language
• Supporting policy communications for public and institutional audiences
• Contributing to reports, briefings, and policy outputs

4. Events and Convenings

The analyst will also support:

• Workshops with policymakers and researchers
• Expert convenings
• Conferences, including KGI’s Digital Competition Conference

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in economics, public policy, computer science, or related field
• At least 2 years of relevant experience in policy or research
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Ability to synthesize complex technical and empirical material
• Interest in AI policy and competition regulation
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a related field
• Familiarity with antitrust or microeconomic concepts
• Experience with AI governance or regulatory frameworks
• Quantitative research experience in social science
• Experience in policy or advocacy environments

Salary and Work Arrangement

• Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 annually
• Hybrid position
• Must be based in Washington, D.C.

Application Requirements

• CV
• Cover letter
• Writing sample demonstrating policy analysis ability

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Application Deadline

June 1, 2026

RESEARCH ANALYST 

Overview of the Research Analyst Position

The Research Analyst role is designed for early-career researchers who want to work deeply across interdisciplinary fields such as:

• Online platforms and social media systems
• Artificial intelligence governance
• Technology policy and regulation
• Digital information ecosystems

This role focuses heavily on research synthesis, academic analysis, and translating complex findings into accessible policy-relevant outputs.

Key Responsibilities

1. Research Synthesis and Analysis

The Research Analyst will:

• Conduct literature reviews across multiple disciplines
• Synthesize academic and policy research findings
• Support original research projects within KGI
• Distill complex technical content into clear insights

2. Policy and Research Communication

The role includes:

• Writing research summaries and reports
• Supporting policy communications for public and institutional audiences
• Translating academic research into accessible formats
• Contributing to briefing materials for stakeholders

3. Workshops and Convenings Support

The analyst will assist in organizing:

• Research workshops
• Academic-policy convenings
• Conferences and expert discussions
• Cross-sector engagement events

4. Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration

The role involves working across:

• Law
• Computer science
• Social science
• Public policy
• Communications and media research

Required Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• Bachelor’s degree in any field with relevant coursework
• At least 2 years of research or analytical experience
• Strong writing and critical thinking skills
• Experience conducting literature reviews
• Interest in AI policy or platform governance
• Ability to collaborate across disciplines
• Strong organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a relevant field
• Quantitative or qualitative research experience
• Experience with tools such as R, Python, or Stata
• Familiarity with AI systems or algorithmic governance
• Experience in interdisciplinary research environments

Salary and Work Arrangement

• Salary: $60,000 – $70,000 annually
• Hybrid position
• Must be based in Washington, D.C.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• CV
• Cover letter

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Application Deadline

June 1, 2026

WHY THESE OPPORTUNITIES MATTER

Both roles at KGI place early-career professionals at the center of global debates on artificial intelligence, digital platforms, and technology governance.

Successful candidates will:

• Work on frontier AI policy and platform regulation issues
• Collaborate with leading experts across disciplines
• Engage directly with policymakers and regulators
• Contribute to influential research and policy outputs
• Help shape the future of digital governance frameworks

These positions are particularly valuable for individuals interested in building careers in:

• AI governance
• Technology policy
• Competition regulation
• Digital platform accountability
• Public interest technology research

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