Data Journalist, Analyst

About OpenMinds

OpenMinds is a company on a mission to build the world’s most advanced cognitive, social, and geopolitical threat intelligence and response.

Established in 2022 in Ukraine, amid escalating threats from authoritarian regimes, OpenMinds now spans 20 team members across 4 countries, operating at the intersection of behavioural sciences, machine learning, cultural anthropology, and national security. We are trusted by NATO-member governments and leading research centers.

Our solutions and platforms assist in crafting effective counter-influence operations and measuring their impact, supporting global efforts against propaganda, including vital contributions to Ukrainian counter-disinformation initiatives.

Who we’re looking for

OpenMinds is seeking a talented and dedicated Data Journalist/Analyst to join our team. The role involves exploring the complexities of social media and news data, as well as demographic, economic, and other types of data, to uncover insights into disinformation, narratives promoted by malign influence actors, and propaganda.

This role calls for individuals with a blend of creative storytelling skills and analytical abilities.

In the position you will:

• Develop investigation & research hypotheses;
• Conduct an analysis synthesising data from diverse sources, including social media, behavioural data, and sociological studies;
• Collaborate with the technical team to ensure data accuracy and integrity;
• Utilise various analytical techniques such as sentiment analysis and narrative analysis to derive insights;
• Explore new methods to enhance analytical capabilities.

We are a perfect match if you have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Journalism, Economics, Social, Behavioural or Political Sciences, Communications, Data Science, or a related field;
• Strong statistical understanding and analytical skills;
• Demonstrated experience in data journalism or any other field related to storytelling through data;
• Exceptional writing and editing abilities;
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a data journalist working with large datasets;
• Fluency in both English and Russian languages.

Good to have:

• Proficiency in data visualisation tools;
• Fluency in Russian language (as Russian propaganda is our primary topic of research);
• Experience with programming languages and statistical software (Python, SQL);
• Basic design skills in Figma and/or Illustrator;
• Familiarity with backend systems and cloud computing platforms such as Google Cloud Platform.

We offer:‍

• Work in a fast-growing company with proprietary AI technologies, solving the most difficult problems in the domains of social behaviour analytics and national security;

• Work face-to-face with world-leading experts in their fields, who are our partners and friends;

• Opportunity to present your work on tier 1 conferences, panels, and briefings behind closed doors;

• Modern A+ class office in Kyiv;

• Competitive market salary and equity incentive plan;

• Flexible work arrangements, including adjustable hours, location, and remote/hybrid options;

• Unlimited vacation and leave policies;

• Opportunities for professional development within a multidisciplinary team, boasting experience from academia, tech, and intelligence sectors;

• A work culture that values resourcefulness, proactivity, and independence, with a firm stance against micromanagement.

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