Join Our Team | Tech Policy Research Associate
(Part-Time, Contract)
15–20 hours per week | 6-month contract with full-time potential | Remote
About Open MIC
Open MIC fosters tech investment for the world we want. Founded in 2007, we are a nonprofit organization that works with investors to ensure the responsible development of digital and emerging technologies. We support investor-led corporate accountability efforts and provide asset owners and managers, limited partners, and other institutional investors with actionable data, rigorous analysis, and strategic guidance on the impact of tech on people, society, companies, and the economy. Our approach integrates expert and stakeholder perspectives, centers human rights, and strives to advance a sustainable, secure, and equitable future for all.
Learn more about what we do here.
About the Role
Open MIC is seeking a Tech Policy Research Associate to support research on the intersection of technology, corporate governance, and human rights. This is a part-time contract role with potential to grow into a full-time position for the right candidate.
What You'll Do
Conduct primary and secondary research on topics including AI and other emerging technologies, platform accountability, corporate governance, and global technology regulation
Monitor legislative, regulatory, and litigation developments across the U.S. and key international jurisdictions
Synthesize findings from academic literature, think tank reports, regulatory filings, and news sources into clear, accessible articles and briefings
Write short articles on tech developments and impacts on a regular basis for Open MIC’s investor network
Track corporate disclosures, IPO filings, and governance developments at major technology companies
Support Open MIC’s company engagements and advocacy campaigns
Identify and flag emerging issues relevant to ongoing research priorities
What We're Looking For
1–3 years of experience in technology policy, digital rights, or a closely related field
A degree in law, public policy, computer science, finance, or a related discipline
Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to move fluidly between policy documents, academic papers, and press coverage
Excellent writing skills and experience writing on a regular basis
Familiarity with writing for investor audiences is a strong plus
Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and flag when priorities need to shift
Ability to overlap at least in part with Eastern Standard Time
Compensation
Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience.
To Apply
Please send a resume and a brief writing sample (2–5 pages) that demonstrates your research and analytical skills to jobs@openmic.org. Writing samples from academic, policy, journalistic, or professional settings are all welcome.
We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities affected by the technologies our work covers. Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
