Student Assistant (Research)

Apply here. Note that this opportunity is only available to current Georgetown University students pursuing a JD, MA, or MS.

Job Overview

The Knight-Georgetown Institute (KGI) seeks a Student Assistant to join our small, ambitious team creating research and policy products used by policymakers, regulators, litigators, and industry decision makers in the United States and Europe. KGI operates at the intersection of technology, policy, and research, with a focus on the online information environment.

The Student Assistant will contribute to research outputs and written products that translate complex technical and empirical research into clear, policy-relevant recommendations.

Potential projects include:

• Tracking and synthesizing consumer protection and product liability litigation against social media platforms and generative AI chatbot companies in the United States, with a particular emphasis on Section 230 and First Amendment considerations
• Monitoring and analyzing regulatory proposals and implementation experiences for social media regulations related to age-appropriate design, addictive feeds, and transparency in the United States, European Union, and elsewhere
• Analyzing trends in state legislation and litigation, including in relation to evolving age assurance requirements

This position will work with the senior technologist, the associate director, and other team members, and will report to the associate director.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work on and appropriately prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
• Research will primarily focus on legal scholarship, case law, legislative materials as well as broader social science research. Experience with legal documents is advantageous.
• The candidate should be available for some in-person engagements on the Capitol Campus and occasionally the Hilltop Campus, though much of the work can be completed remotely. The candidate will work up to 20 hours a week for the Fall 2026 semester. We will prioritize candidates who have the possibility of extension for the Spring 2027 semester.

Application details

To apply, please visit this link here. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample with your application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with an expected start date in early September. 

Compensation

The pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $23.34/hour.

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of workdesignation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

About the Knight-Georgetown Institute

The Knight-Georgetown Institute (KGI) serves as a central hub for translating research into practical resources that policymakers, journalists, and private and public sector leaders can use to tackle information and technology issues in real time, ranging from artificial intelligence to the spread of misinformation and disinformation.

KGI helps policymakers and tech industry leaders address pressing issues related to technology, policy, and ethics and make informed decisions on how technology is used to shape, produce, and share information across platforms. The institute will also train the next generation of leaders to shape the future of information and technology for the common good.

Additional Information

Need Assistance?

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EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.