Research Scientist
Wikimedia Foundation
About this role
The Research Scientist will join the Wikimedia Foundation Research team to conduct applied research on the integrity of Wikipedia’s knowledge, its communities, and the resilience of the Wikipedia model. This remote role requires collaboration across time zones and with interdisciplinary teams, public dissemination of research, and occasional participation in incident response and travel. The position reports to the Applied Science Manager and is expected to start by April 2026.
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About Wikimedia Foundation
wikimediafoundation.orgWikimedia Foundation is a nonprofit that hosts and operates Wikipedia and the wider family of Wikimedia projects, providing the technical infrastructure and organizational support that enables free, openly licensed knowledge worldwide. It supports the volunteer community, builds and maintains the software and servers, and advances policies, research, and tools to improve content quality and accessibility. Funded primarily by donations, the Foundation runs global programs and partnerships to expand access, combat misinformation, and promote inclusion across languages and regions.
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About Wikimedia Foundation
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$113k – $172k
per year
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