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Research Scientist, Demography and Survey Sciences

Meta
Menlo Park, CA Full-time 12/10/2025 $206k - $281k per year
PhD Entry-LevelMaster's with 2+ Years of Experience

Job Description

The Demography and Survey Science team at Meta seeks quantitative social scientists to improve decision-making and impact measurement through survey and behavioral data analysis. Candidates will design and execute research projects, employing various quantitative methodologies to address complex questions and communicate findings effectively.

Requirements

  • Experience communicating analyses and results to any audience
  • Knowledge of data manipulation and analysis software and programming languages (R/Stata, SQL/Hive)
  • Knowledge of quantitative and survey research methodologies (e.g., bias correction for surveys, survey sampling and design, regression modeling, causal inference with a survey outcome)
  • Demonstrated experience in designing original research to address complex questions
  • Bachelor’s degree with 22+ years of relevant experience, Master’s degree and 20+ years relevant experience, or a PhD and 15+ years of relevant experience

Responsibilities

  • Help shape the research agenda and drive research projects from end-to-end
  • Collaborate with product teams to define relevant questions about survey methodology and quantitative measurement
  • Deploy appropriate quantitative methodologies to answer those questions
  • Develop novel approaches where traditional methods won’t do
  • Provide teams with usable measurement strategies and methodologies to meet their product and business decision needs
  • Deliver insights and recommendations clearly to relevant audiences

Benefits

  • Employees at Meta are often offered comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, mental-health resources, family planning support (fertility, adoption, surrogacy), and caregiving programs. Financial benefits typically include a competitive retirement plan, equity awards, life insurance, and access to financial coaching and legal support. Time-off benefits commonly feature generous PTO and holidays, unlimited sick time, various paid leaves, flexible “Global Travel Days,” and a 30-day paid break every five years.