Trend Research & Analytics Specialist (Remote)

Location: Remote Company Website: www.is.fun About “is” “is” is an AI-powered social content platform that turns data, creativity, and conversation into connected insight. Built on the foundation of “Linked Micro-Content,” users create short, expressive statements called “Isms” — snippets of thought, humor, or commentary that link together to form networks of cultural meaning. As people create, interact, and remix Isms, they generate unique behavioral and creative data that reveals emerging trends, topics, and sentiments. We’re building the world’s first platform where content creation and data discovery happen in the same space. We’re a small, data-savvy team exploring how AI, analytics, and human expression can uncover the next layer of cultural intelligence. Role Overview We’re looking for a Research Analyst to study how ideas move through the is.fun ecosystem. You’ll analyze user behavior, engagement patterns, and content trends to uncover what resonates, what spreads, and why. This role blends analytical rigor with creative curiosity — turning data into insights that guide product decisions, content strategy, and platform growth. You’ll work closely with product, marketing, and AI teams to translate signals from the Ism network into clear, actionable understanding. Key Responsibilities Analyze user behavior, engagement metrics, and platform performance data Identify emerging trends, patterns, and correlations within the Ism network Translate analytical findings into actionable insights for product and marketing teams Build dashboards and visualizations that clearly communicate insights and outcomes Conduct A/B tests, cohort analyses, and user segmentation studies Partner with AI and engineering teams to design and evaluate experiments Produce regular reports and briefings on performance, behavior, and trend evolution Qualifications 3+ years of experience in data analysis, research, or analytics-related roles Strong analytical skills using tools such as Excel, SQL, or Python Experience with BI and visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker Studio, or similar) Ability to communicate complex findings clearly to non-technical audiences Familiarity with social platforms, digital behavior, or content analytics High attention to data accuracy, structure, and presentation Comfort working with evolving, creative, or AI-driven data sets Nice to Have · Background in data journalism, digital culture, or trend forecasting · Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP) or sentiment analysis · Experience integrating qualitative insights with quantitative research Who You Are You’re analytical, curious, and creative — someone who sees stories in data. You love uncovering trends and translating numbers into narratives that drive action. You thrive at the intersection of data and culture, and you’re passionate about discovering how ideas move through digital ecosystems. You want to work with a team that values both logic and imagination. How to Apply 1. Visit www.is.fun and sign up for a free account. 2. In the top right, 'co-create' a new Ism — a short statement or idea you’d feel proud sharing publicly. It can be about politics, entertainment, the news, or really anything or anyone — so long as it follows the Linked Micro-Content format of subject-verb-predicate. 3. Attach an image or visual to your Ism to express it creatively. 4. Once published, copy the URL of your ism. 5. Submit your application here, including the link to your published ism in the provided field. We review all applications that include a real, live Ism from the platform. Once you complete the steps above, you can follow up at the email address of [email protected].