Global Head of Policy Research, Head Economist

DoorDash, Inc

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Washington, DC · New York, NY Posted 1 day ago $214,200–$315,000 / year
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About DoorDash, Inc

DoorDash, Inc. is an American company operating online food ordering and food delivery. It trades under the symbol DASH. With a 56% market share, DoorDash is the largest food delivery platform in the United States.

DoorDash, Inc currently has 238 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR

As the Global Head of Policy Research and Head Economist at DoorDash, you will lead a high-impact team focused on analyzing the economic impact of DoorDash’s platform globally. Your role involves setting the research agenda, producing detailed economic impact reports, and translating complex data into compelling narratives for policymakers and media outlets. You will collaborate closely with Public Policy, Communications, Analytics, Finance, and Strategy & Operations teams to shape policy positions and engage with thought leaders internationally. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Economics or a related field and have over 10 years of experience in economic research, data analytics, and consulting. Proficiency in SQL, statistical analysis, and AI tools is essential, along with strong leadership skills for managing a global team effectively.

Skills

SQL Python R Tableau Jupyter Notebook GitHub Hypothesis Testing Regression Analysis Machine Learning AWS Google Cloud Platform CI/CD Git Docker Kubernetes

What you'll do

  • Lead the Global Policy Research function, setting its vision and direction.
  • Analyze DoorDash's economic impact and policy proposals' effects on stakeholders.
  • Produce public-facing economic impact reports for policymakers and media.
  • Translate complex research into compelling narratives for external audiences.
  • Engage with academics and think tanks to build an academic foundation for policies.
  • Manage a global team, providing mentorship and overseeing recruitment.

What we're looking for

  • PhD in Economics or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in economic research and data analytics.
  • Expertise in SQL, statistical analysis, and AI tools for research.
  • Proven ability to communicate complex findings to non-technical audiences.
  • Experience managing direct reports and balancing technical and managerial tasks.

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