Development Researcher

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Develop and sustain systems to monitor ideas throughout the development process

• Recognize researchers and institutions of interest, cultivate relationships with them, and keep the team updated on new opportunities

• Identify suitable individuals and venues for each story and manage the outreach necessary to facilitate access

• Stay informed on the latest research and discoveries, highlighting developments that could evolve into compelling Veritasium stories

• Discover new stories, craft pitches, and present ideas to the team

⛳️ Requirements

• Strong scientific foundation, holding a degree in physics, mathematics, engineering, chemistry, or a related scientific field

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills in English

• Comfortable engaging with researchers, academics, and industry professionals, including through cold outreach

• Proficient in setting up, maintaining, and enhancing databases

• Exceptional research, reading comprehension, and fact-checking abilities; skilled at diving deep into primary sources

• Highly organized with excellent project management capabilities and the ability to juggle multiple priorities at once

• Enthusiastic about science storytelling and eager to cultivate strong editorial instincts over time

• Preferred: Experience in science communication, YouTube, or long-form science journalism

• Familiarity with physics simulations or ad hoc programming (Python, MATLAB, etc.)

🏝️ Benefits

• Work from anywhere with a technology allowance

• Flexible working hours

• Employee referral program

• The chance to thrive in a fast-paced, vibrant, dynamic, and innovative environment where you can learn and grow rapidly

• A supportive, inclusive, and collaborative team