Job Description

The Economics and Policy Research team is looking for applied researchers with expertise in economics, political science, sociology, psychology, government, and other relevant social science disciplines. The most promising candidates in this role will have expertise in quantitative social science research methods and will also demonstrate the communication skills necessary to interface directly with internal and external policymakers as well as company leadership. Individuals on this team will perform two roles. The first role is to develop and execute on a program of original research on policy-relevant questions for Facebook, including questions directly informative for Facebooks content policies. This role may also provide opportunities to pursue peer-reviewed publications, as well as to collaborate directly with top tier external researchers. The second role involves working directly with Facebooks internal policymakers throughout the policy development process to ensure that Facebooks content policies incorporate relevant research insights.

Research Scientist, Economics and Policy Research Responsibilities

* Develop an original research program that is directly informative of policy decisions

* Conduct original quantitative research for internal and external publication

* Work directly with policymakers to ensure research is integrated into policy development

Minimum Qualifications

* Advanced degree in economics, political science, sociology, psychology, government, or other relevant social science discipline

* Experience with quantitative research methods

* Experience using statistical programming tools

Preferred Qualifications

* Ph.D. in economics, political science, sociology, psychology, government, or other relevant social science discipline

* 3+ years relevant work experience in research or academic setting

* Experience working directly with policymakers or other decision makers

Locations

About the Facebook company

Facebook's mission is to give people the power to build community and bring the world closer together. Through our family of apps and services, we're building a different kind of company that connects billions of people around the world, gives them ways to share what matters most to them, and helps bring people closer together. Whether we're creating new products or helping a small business expand its reach, people at Facebook are builders at heart. Our global teams are constantly iterating, solving problems, and working together to empower people around the world to build community and connect in meaningful ways. Together, we can help people build stronger communities we're just getting started.

Facebook is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at accommodations-ext@fb.com.