Research Analyst

Dow Jones AER Company, Inc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global information firm in Singapore is seeking a Research Analyst for a junior role focused on open-source data collection and media monitoring. The ideal candidate should have an interest in terrorism and extremism, alongside relevant experience in open-source research. Responsibilities include maintaining databases and providing research support. This opportunity offers comprehensive benefits and a chance to support regional analysts in intelligence analysis.

Benefits

Comprehensive Insurance & Retirement plans

Paid Time Off and Leaves

Education Benefits

Family Care Benefits

Access to Dow Jones Products

Employee Referral Program

Employee Well-being Support & Fitness Programs

Qualifications

• Professional or academic interest in terrorism, political violence and extremism.
• Experience in open-source research and monitoring.
• Ability to conduct balanced and objective research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct open-source research and media monitoring.
• Support regional analysts with research for reports.
• Maintain the TerrorismTracker database and Travel Risks Monitor.

Skills

Interest in terrorism and extremism

Open-source research

Analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

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 world's largest news‑gathering operations globally. It is home to leading publications and products including the flagship Wall Street Journal, America's largest newspaper by paid circulation; Barron's, MarketWatch, Mansion Global, Financial News, Investor's 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 world's 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 Dragonfly's 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

• Comprehensive Insurance & Retirement plans
• Paid Time Off and Leaves
• Education Benefits
• Family Care Benefits
• Access to Dow Jones Products
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Well‑being Support & Fitness Programs

Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [e-mail]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Non‑Union role

Req ID: 50738