Senior Violent Extremism Researcher

ActiveFence Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading online safety organization in the UK seeks a Senior Violent Extremism Researcher. You will conduct vital research on extremist activities, manage knowledge delivery, and collaborate with teams to develop insights and strategies. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of research experience in violent extremism and a Master's degree. This position offers a dynamic environment for those passionate about making the online world safer.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of research experience in academia, journalism, government, or private sector.
• Proven experience in intelligence and online investigations.
• Ability to write detailed reports in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on violent extremism and analyze data.
• Ensure high quality and standards in research delivery.
• Develop and improve research methodologies.

Skills

Research experience in violent extremism

Intelligence and online investigations

Report writing in English

OSINT

Data collection and analysis

Arabic proficiency

Education

M.A.

Job description

Description

ActiveFence is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Senior Violent Extremism Researcher. Here, you will play a crucial role in conducting in-depth research on hateful speech & behavior, terrorism, and other extremist activities, contributing to our mission of creating a safer and more inclusive online environment for all users. You will be responsible for managing our knowledge and ensuring the quality and standards of research delivery. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data, generate insights, and propose proactive strategies to address emerging issues. If you are passionate about combating violent extremism, possess excellent research and analytical skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on violent extremism, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to uncover actionable insights
• Ensure the highest quality and standards in the research delivery to our clients, maintaining a high level of accuracy, clarity, and attention to detail
• Develop research methodologies and frameworks, continuously improving processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging threats, and best practices in the field of violent extremism, actively seeking opportunities for knowledge expansion
• Foster a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the department.
• Review, edit, and synthesize multiple reports from other analysts into unified, client-ready outputs.

Requirements

• Research experience of 5+ years in the academia, journalism, government or private sector in the field of violent extremism - MUST
• A proven experience in intelligence, online investigations, or related fields - MUST
• Proven experience in writing detailed reports in English - MUST
• OSINT experience – MUST
• Experience collecting and analysing primary data on terror and other extremist groups - MUST
• Native or near-native Arabic proficiency, with proven ability to conduct professional, research-level analysis and write in Arabic - significant advantage.
• Additional language skills - advantage
• M.A. - MUST