Global health research organization GiveWell is seeking applications for the position of Senior Nutrition Researcher, offering qualified professionals an opportunity to influence millions of dollars in funding decisions aimed at improving health outcomes and saving lives worldwide.

The fully remote position is open to candidates in the United States and internationally, reflecting GiveWell’s commitment to attracting top talent from around the globe to support its mission of identifying and funding the most cost-effective interventions in global health and development.

About GiveWell

GiveWell is a leading research organization dedicated to finding outstanding giving opportunities that maximize impact in global health and well-being. Since its founding in 2007, the organization has directed more than $2.6 billion toward evidence-based interventions and programs that improve and save lives.

The organization has experienced significant growth over the years, expanding from directing $1.5 million in funding in 2010 to more than $400 million in 2025. GiveWell estimates that the funding it has directed has contributed to saving more than 340,000 lives globally.

Its work focuses on identifying highly effective interventions and sharing transparent research findings with donors, policymakers, and development practitioners.

Senior Nutrition Researcher Role

The Senior Nutrition Researcher will play a key role in shaping GiveWell’s nutrition grantmaking strategy and research agenda. The successful candidate will contribute to decisions involving tens of millions of dollars in annual funding directed toward nutrition programs worldwide.

Currently, GiveWell’s nutrition portfolio focuses on three major intervention areas:

Vitamin A Supplementation (VAS)
Iron supplementation and food fortification programs
Community-based Management of Acute Malnutrition (CMAM)

In 2025 alone, GiveWell directed approximately $95 million to organizations implementing these interventions, primarily across Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

The organization is now expanding its efforts by exploring new geographic regions, strengthening program evaluation methods, and investigating additional nutrition interventions with strong evidence of effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

The Senior Nutrition Researcher will lead complex research initiatives and generate evidence that informs high-stakes grantmaking decisions.

Primary responsibilities include:

Developing and leading ambitious nutrition research agendas
Conducting rigorous evidence reviews and data analysis
Building and refining cost-effectiveness models
Evaluating nutrition program quality and coverage
Designing and overseeing learning grants and impact evaluations
Synthesizing evidence from existing and newly commissioned research
Advising grantmakers on funding decisions
Representing GiveWell in discussions with external experts and partners
Mentoring junior researchers and supporting team development

The role offers significant autonomy, allowing researchers to identify emerging opportunities and propose innovative approaches to improving nutrition outcomes globally.

Research Areas and Impact

During the first year, the successful candidate may work on critical questions such as:

Improving the accuracy of cost-effectiveness estimates for nutrition interventions
Understanding implementation challenges affecting program coverage
Assessing the impact of Vitamin A Supplementation and malnutrition treatment programs in modern contexts
Supporting evaluations of new nutrition interventions
Identifying highly effective opportunities for future grantmaking

Researchers will combine empirical evidence, expert consultation, strategic thinking, and quantitative analysis to answer some of the most challenging questions in global nutrition.

Qualifications and Experience

GiveWell is seeking candidates with substantial expertise in nutrition-related fields and strong analytical capabilities.

Preferred qualifications include:

An advanced quantitative degree in nutrition, epidemiology, public health, economics, statistics, or a related field
Significant professional experience in nutrition programming, research, monitoring and evaluation, grantmaking, health economics, or related sectors
Experience applying empirical evidence to real-world decision-making
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and effectively

Candidates from diverse professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including those working in academia, government, nonprofit organizations, international development agencies, and the private sector.

GiveWell’s Research Culture

GiveWell emphasizes a culture centered on truth-seeking, transparency, and intellectual rigor.

Key organizational values include:

Commitment to evidence-based decision-making
Open discussion and constructive feedback
Transparency regarding research methods and findings
Efficient prioritization of high-impact research questions
Continuous reassessment of assumptions and models
Collaboration among high-performing research teams

The organization currently employs more than 60 research professionals across specialized teams focusing on nutrition, malaria, vaccination, livelihoods, water, and emerging intervention areas.

Salary and Benefits

GiveWell offers a highly competitive compensation package.

Annual salary ranges include:

New York City and San Francisco Bay Area: $241,000
Other U.S. locations: $219,000
International locations: Comparable compensation adjusted for local currency and exchange rates

Additional benefits include:

Fully funded health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Four weeks of annual paid leave
One-week organization-wide summer break
Sixteen weeks of fully paid parental leave
Home office or coworking space support
Retirement contributions for eligible U.S.-based employees
Flexible working arrangements
Relocation assistance where applicable
Potential visa sponsorship for qualified candidates

Global Opportunity for Nutrition Experts

As global attention increasingly focuses on malnutrition, child health, and evidence-based development interventions, the Senior Nutrition Researcher position offers a unique opportunity to contribute directly to large-scale funding decisions that affect millions of people.

Professionals passionate about improving nutrition outcomes, advancing global health research, and influencing high-impact philanthropy may find this role particularly rewarding.

With substantial resources, a strong commitment to transparency, and a growing portfolio of nutrition investments, GiveWell continues to position itself as one of the most influential organizations in effective global development funding.

Application Information

Applications are currently open, and interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. GiveWell reviews every application individually and considers a broad range of experiences and backgrounds.

The organization particularly encourages applications from candidates who may not meet every listed qualification but demonstrate strong potential to contribute meaningfully to its mission of improving lives through evidence-based philanthropy.

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