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Data Scientist, Policy

AnthropicNew York City, NY; San Francisco, CA | New York City, NY; Washington, DCData Science & Analytics
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Job type
Full-time
Posted
27 May 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Data Scientist, Policy role at Anthropic is an exciting opportunity based in New York City, San Francisco, or Washington, DC, dedicated to shaping how lawmakers understand artificial intelligence. This position sits directly at the intersection of public affairs and data science, transforming survey numbers and product usage metrics into clear evidence for policy teams.

Key Responsibilities

Collaborate with business and product groups across the organization to build data collateral and supporting analyses for partnership discussions and policy position papers.
Identify and establish the exact metrics that accurately represent the company to regulators, the public, and legislators.
Manage dashboards and data pipelines to guarantee that externally shared figures remain consistent and reliable.
Employ AI tools to monitor public data sources, policy shifts, and news trends to map the evolving regulatory landscape.
Create robust measurement frameworks designed for public-affairs campaigns, policy communications, and paid media.
Design targeted policy analyses that measure program impacts or support internal position development.

Requirements

Hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study or have an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
Bring six or more years of hands-on data science experience to the position.
Demonstrate strong proficiency in SQL, Python, and other essential data analysis tools.
Possess professional experience working directly with external and public data sources.
Show a proven track record of producing analyses tailored for external audiences including research, public affairs, policy, communications, or investor relations.
Apply causal inference methods using quasi-experimental designs such as matching, regression discontinuity, instrumental variables, synthetic control, or difference-in-differences.
Translate complex technical analyses into simple, actionable recommendations for diverse audiences.

Nice to Have

Direct, hands-on experience supporting a government affairs, regulatory, or policy team using data.
Familiarity with financial-disclosure or investor-relations data standards along with their consistency rules.
Comfort working in environments defined by ambiguity and fast-paced change.
A genuine, demonstrated interest in the mission of building safe, beneficial artificial intelligence systems.

Skills and Tools

Python
SQL
Data analysis tools
Quasi-experimental designs and causal inference methods
AI tools for public data and news aggregation

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range spanning from $285,000 to $380,000 USD.
Competitive compensation package including optional equity donation matching.
Generous vacation time and parental leave.
Flexible working hours to support work-life balance.
Access to a collaborative office space with a hybrid policy requiring staff to be in-office at least 25% of the time.
Visa sponsorship provided with the assistance of an retained immigration lawyer.

About the Company

Anthropic operates as a public benefit corporation focused on creating reliable, steerable, and interpretable artificial intelligence systems that benefit society and users. The organization functions as a single cohesive team tackling large-scale research challenges akin to empirical sciences like biology and physics. Employees work closely alongside committed researchers, business leaders, engineers, and policy experts to advance the safe deployment of powerful AI.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in this position should visit the official company careers page to submit an application on a rolling basis.

Skills and tech stack

PythonSQL

Questions candidates ask

What locations is this job available in?

This role is available in New York City, NY; San Francisco, CA; and Washington, DC.

What is the salary range for the Data Scientist, Policy position?

The annual salary range is $285,000 to $380,000 USD.

What are the core technical skill requirements?

Candidates must be proficient in Python, SQL, and data analysis tools, alongside experience with quasi-experimental designs and causal inference.

Does Anthropic offer visa sponsorship for this role?

Yes, Anthropic sponsors visas and retains an immigration lawyer to assist with the process when an offer is made.

What is the in-office work requirement?

The company maintains a location-based hybrid policy requiring all staff to work from an office at least 25% of the time.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Anthropic careers page.

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