Alliance Defending Freedom

Research Fellow

Alliance Defending Freedom · Lansdowne, VA, Scottsdale, AZ, Washington D.C

Posted about 3 months ago

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This role has been open
79 days
Alliance Defending Freedom's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Alliance Defending Freedom's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Alliance Defending Freedom
high
38 stale, 0 reposted of 38 open
Hiring momentum
53 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-25

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About this role

As a Research Fellow at Alliance Defending Freedom, you will support a Senior Fellow in conducting legal and interdisciplinary research on topics such as freedom of speech, religious liberty, and online child safety. Your responsibilities will include monitoring relevant developments, drafting policy papers, and assisting in event planning and engagement activities. You will also collaborate with other team members to share findings and contribute to the organization's broader initiatives.

Our read on this posting2.8out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • J.D. or advanced graduate degree in policy, theology, history, philosophy, political science, or a closely related field
  • 3+ years of experience
  • Alignment with ADF’s mission and ability to engage the conservative movement and the Church with credibility and authenticity

What you get

  • 100% covered medical and dental insurance
  • Medical and dependent care reimbursement
  • Paid disability
  • Long-term care
  • Life insurance
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% company match

Worth weighing

  • Salary range provided is specific to Lansdowne, VA and may vary by location
  • Position requires alignment with a specific mission and values
  • Research topics may involve sensitive cultural and legal issues

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