Research Analyst
Share
Job Location:
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description:
Research Analyst
About Us:
Dow Jones is a global provider of news and business information delivering content to consumers and organizations around the world across multiple formats including print digital mobile and live events. Dow Jones has produced unrivaled quality content for more than 130 years and today has one of the worlds largest news-gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal Americas largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barrons MarketWatch Mansion Global Financial News Investors Business Daily Factiva Dow Jones Risk & Compliance Dow Jones Newswires OPIS and Chemical Market Analytics. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp (Nasdaq: NWS NWSA; ASX: NWS NWSLV).
About the team
Dragonfly part of Dow Jones is a specialist provider of global security and geopolitical risk intelligence. We support businesses international organisations and public-sector clients with actionable all-source intelligence meeting their requirements from conflict zones to the boardroom. Our client base includes many of the worlds leading multinational corporations across the full spectrum of sectors as well as public institutions and international organisations. Our flagship offering the Security Intelligence & Analysis Service (SIAS) is a market leader in current and anticipatory intelligence for professionals in security crisis management and in-house intelligence roles.
About the Role:
We are seeking a Research Analyst to join Dragonfly in a junior/entry-level research-focused role with a global remit. As part of a wider team they will conduct open-source data collection and media monitoring in maintaining key Dragonfly products: the TerrorismTracker (TT) database and Travel Risks Monitor (TRM). The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in terrorism and extremism be curious analytical detail-oriented and comfortable using open-source tools and techniques. You will report to the Crisis and Operational Risks Lead.
You will also work in direct support of Dragonflys team of intelligence analysts on discrete taskings. This includes but is not limited to assisting regional analysts with research for reports and client requests.
You Will:
- Conduct high-quality open-source research monitoring and data gathering including qualifying sources and validating information
- Utilise develop and maintain our resources specifically data feeds and open source networks
- Provide high-quality research in support of project work and security intelligence reports or briefings within agreed timescales seeking guidance where required
- Be proactive in taking on day-to-day tasks and ensuring team delivery demands are met
- Be comfortable operating in a team environment and working on process-driven tasks
You Have:
- A demonstrable professional or academic interest in terrorism political violence and extremism
- Professional or academic experience in open-source research and monitoring
- An understanding of conducting balanced and objective research
Our Benefits
- Pension Scheme: Company contributes up to 8% of your salary with matching contributions.
- Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive health plan with unlimited coverage including outpatient care dental and maternity.
- Life & Disability Insurance: Coverage from day one including life insurance at 2X salary and accident coverage up to 4X salary.
- Wellness Programs: Access to wellness platforms mindfulness apps and free fitness classes.
- Meal & Teleworking Allowance: Monthly meal card and teleworking allowance.
- Flexible Working: Ability to work from home 2 days per week with the option to work remotely for 1 week per quarter.
- Family Care Support: Up to 4 weeks of paid compassionate leave and a generous reimbursement for emergency care.
- 30 days of paid time off every year
Business Area:
Dow Jones - Data & AIJob Category:
Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business IntelligenceUnion Status:
Non-Union roleRequired Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Spss
- Data Collection
- R
- Stata
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Data Mining
- Calculus
- Market Research
- Operations Research
- SAS
- Data Analysis Skills
About Company
Dow Jones is the definitive source of premium business news, data and intelligence that moves markets and minds. Dow Jones helps you cut through the noise and act with clarity. Whether you're navigating risk, seizing market opportunity, or staying ahead of global events, Dow Jones giv ... View more
