Global Head of Policy Research, Head Economist

About the role

The Global Policy Development & Research Team forms a core part of our Public Policy & Communications Organization - leading the economic and legislative analysis that drives our policy strategy and storytelling around the world. This high-impact team uncovers and explains the impact of proposed legislative and regulatory changes, shapes our global policy positions, and communicates DoorDash's role in driving impact in local economies. DoorDash is looking for an experienced Global Head of Policy Research, serving as our Head Economist, to lead our research function. In this role, you will analyze the role we play in local economies and the impact we drive for Dashers, merchants, and consumers - and shape how we share our insights externally. In this expansive role, you'll lead a team that explores how the DoorDash platform drives economic activity around the world and shapes the broader policy conversation about the future of work and local commerce. You're excited about this opportunity because you will... Lead our Global Policy Research function - setting this vision, defining the direction of our research, and driving execution of a high-impact research agenda. Analyze our economic impact and how policy proposals affect our platform and the Dashers, merchants, and consumers who use it every day. Produce economic impact reports and other public-facing analyses that clearly and credibly demonstrate our impact to policymakers, the media, and other audiences. In partnership with Public Policy and Communications teammates, translate complex research into compelling narratives for external audiences, including in meetings with policymakers and interviews with the media. Engage with academics, think tanks, and other thought leaders to create an academic foundation for proposed policies. Coordinate closely with other members of the Public Policy & Communications Team, as well as the Analytics, Finance, Communications, and Strategy & Ops Teams. Manage a team with global remit. We're excited about you because... You have a PhD in Economics or a similar domain. You have 10+ years of experience in economic research, data analytics, economic or management consulting, or a related quantitative role, with a strong track record of influencing senior stakeholders and communicating complex findings to non-technical audiences. You have expertise in SQL and statistical analysis (e.g. hypothesis testing, experimentation, regressions), familiarity with one or more analytics & visualization tools, and demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to scale and enhance research impact. You have experience managing direct reports, juggling both technical and managerial tasks, including 1+1's, technical mentorship, and recruitment participation. You are comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and balancing rigor with speed. Bonus points for experience working in-house at a technology company, in government, and/or internationally.