Researcher - Interdisciplinary - New York

ByteDance ByteDance · Big Tech · New York, NY · Strategy

Researcher focused on interdisciplinary studies, economic and philosophical research, global history, and international affairs to track macro trends and develop insights for the company. Responsibilities include providing analysis through desk research, building academic relationships, and drafting reports for senior leaders.

What you'd actually do

  1. Provide analysis and recommendations through desk research
  2. Build and maintain trustful cooperative relationships with scholars and researchers, academic institutions, and other relevant stakeholders
  3. Draft reports for senior business leaders on topics of interest

Skills

Required

  • Excellent ability to see the big picture of cultural and societal issues and deliver research outputs
  • Strong network in the academic community
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Growth mindset

Nice to have

  • Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) majors, or having a similar extensive understanding of social sciences and humanities
  • 5+ years of research/industry experience

What the JD emphasized

  • interdisciplinary research covering areas such as comparative cultural and philosophical studies, world civilizations and global affairs
  • Strong network in the academic community
  • 5+ years of research/industry experience is preferred