Data Reporter & Investigative Researcher (SLAPP Coverage)

New York University; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University is seeking a Researcher (Data Reporter) to work with senior staff to identify stories from the Initiative’s dataset and aid in analysis and fact-checking of anti-SLAPP decisions.

The role requires legal research experience, ability to handle large datasets, and translating complex issues for a general audience, with a 2-day remote/3-day on-campus hybrid schedule in New York.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications or related field.
• 1–2 years of journalism or data-focused reporting experience.
• Proficiency in Google Sheets; experience with PACER and court records.
• Knowledge of First Amendment issues and current events.

Responsibilities

• Identify stories within the Initiative's dataset and assist in analysis and fact-checking of anti-SLAPP decisions.
• Pitch story ideas for website coverage and collaborations with outlets.
• Collaborate to organize, review and analyze SLAPP decisions per the team methodology.

Skills

Data storytelling

Legal research

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in journalism

Master's degree in journalism or related field (preferred)

Tools

PACER

Court records systems

Google Sheets

Job description

New York University is seeking a Researcher (Data Reporter) to work with senior staff to identify stories from the Initiative’s dataset and aid in analysis and fact-checking of anti-SLAPP decisions.

The role requires legal research experience, ability to handle large datasets, and translating complex issues for a general audience, with a 2-day remote/3-day on-campus hybrid schedule in New York.