Some people come to behavioural science for academic theory. Others come because they want to change how things actually work in the real world. This role is for the second group.
At Common Thread, you’ll shape research and lead collaborative work on complex health and global development challenges- often in messy, high-stakes contexts where there’s no clear playbook. You’ll design the way teams think together, turning insight into practical behavioural solutions that respect people’s lived realities.
We’re looking for someone who brings momentum, curiosity, and care into the room- someone who can move between strategy and delivery, structure and creativity, seriousness and joy. If that sounds like how you like to work, we might have a role with your name on it.
In particular, this person will likely serve as technical lead on a forthcoming project in Chad, which is focused on developing a comprehensive national strategy for reducing child mortality and enhancing child rights and development.