Applied Research Scientist - Trust and Safety
Core
Conduct mixed-methods research (quantitative and qualitative) to analyze Trust & Safety challenges, evaluate interventions, and inform policy and operational decisions.
Role type
Applied Research Scientist (Trust & Safety)
Builds
Research frameworks, measurement methodologies, and evidence-based policy recommendations
Domain
Trust & Safety, online platforms, behavioral science
Deliverable
research
Required skills
quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, causal inference, qualitative user research, stakeholder interviews, data analysis, research framework design, cross-functional collaboration, strategic communication
Preferred skills
Trust & Safety domain expertise, policy evaluation, adversarial behavior research, ecosystem risk analysis, program management
Technologies
statistical software, data analysis tools, research platforms
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end research initiatives from problem framing to validation; Apply quantitative methods to identify trends and measure intervention impact; Apply qualitative methods to understand user behaviors and emerging risks; Partner with Policy teams to evaluate and evolve safety policies; Translate complex findings into actionable narratives for stakeholders; Build reusable research methodologies across the organization
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
