Researcher/Advisor Tech, Economic, Social and Cultural Rights

Are you an experienced researcher interested in the intersection of technology and socio-economic rights? Are you able to apply research in a campaigns and advocacy setting? Are you motivated to hold states to account on their use of Artificial Intelligence technologies and influence an urgent technology and human rights agenda?

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JOB TITLE:

Technology & Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ESCR) Researcher/Adviser

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JOB PURPOSE:

**As a Technology & ESCR Researcher/Adviser at the Algorithmic Accountability Lab, you will undertake desk and field-based research on the impact of algorithms and automated decision-making on economic, social and cultural rights; author position papers, reports, articles and other publications; drive innovative research-based investigations into government use of algorithms; represent Amnesty International externally and advocate for the promotion and protection of ESCR as they relate to technology, in particular artificial intelligence; and provide advice to the Amnesty movement on the issues at hand.

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ABOUT YOU:

**A driven, enthusiastic and conscientious researcher with substantial experience designing and running research projects on technology related issues. You are comfortable researching in a campaigns and advocacy setting and using creative methodologies to investigate government use of algorithmic systems. You will be attentive to how research should be communicated to various audiences. You are proactive about identifying research opportunities and sharing these with your wider team, as well as maintaining momentum in long-term research projects. You are committed to embedding anti-racism, intersectionality and decolonial thinking in both your work and team’s wider culture.

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MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

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• Undertake desk and field-based research on the impact of public sector algorithmic and automated decision-making systems on economic, social and cultural rights, leading specifically on information-gathering, fact-finding, analysis and assessment of relevant ESCR concerns;
• Co-develop a coherent and strategic research plan with the Head of the AAL and the AAL’s AI and Human Right’s researcher to shed light on public sector use of algorithmic systems in the delivery of essential services and social assistance programs, highlighting unscrutinised deployments and/or human rights violations;
• Collaborate and coordinate with Amnesty International’s Economic and Social Justice (ESJ) Team to ensure ESCR expertise and policies on specific areas, such as housing, employment and education, are reflected in the AAL’s work.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Please see the attached job description for full information on responsibilities, skills and experience required.

• Specialist and in-depth knowledge of economic and social rights and their intersection with technology, as well as an understanding of the relevant political, social, legal, economic, cultural, racial, ethnic and gender issues and the disparate impacts technologies based on these characteristics and identities;
• Extensive professional experience of conducting high-quality research on human rights issues, in particular ESCR;
• Good understanding of key technologies – in particular artificial intelligence, algorithmic/automated decision-making systems and their intersection with the promotion and protection of human rights;
• Excellent public speaking skills and ability to communicate complex technical concepts and research findings to a range of audiences including policymakers, journalists, academics, other CSOs and more;

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ABOUT US:

Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people who campaign for a world where human rights are enjoyed by all. We reach almost every country in the world.

Our aim is simple: an end to human rights abuses. Independent, international and influential, we campaign for justice, fairness, freedom and truth wherever they’re denied. And whether we’re applying pressure through powerful research or direct lobbying, mass demonstrations or online campaigning, we’re all inspired by hope for a better world. One where human rights are respected and protected by everyone, everywhere.

At Amnesty International, we are passionate about what we do and we are proud of our achievements as a movement. To compensate our employees for the critical work they do, we reward them through a combination of an attractive and sector competitive salary and benefits package, high levels of engagement and involvement, and a commitment to employee development.

Benefits include 37 days annual leave (inclusive of public holidays and grace days), pension scheme, employee assistance programme, life assurance and many more benefits designed to suit your own personal lifestyle. All of this, in a professional, engaging environment.

For further information on our benefits, please visit https://www.amnesty.org/en/careers/benefits/

Salary will vary dependent upon country.

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WHAT WE HOPE YOU WILL DO NEXT

If you are talented, passionate about human rights and want to use your skills, knowledge and experience to change the world then we would encourage you to click ‘Apply for this Role’ below.

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