Work with us
The Happier Lives Institute conducts research into the most cost-effective, evidence-based ways to increase happiness. We then share what we’ve found with donors and decision-makers so they can take action.
Open positions
We’re currently hiring for three full-time positions (with flexible working hours and no geographic or visa limitations).
Senior Researcher (£40k-65k) – apply by 23 May (extended)
Grants Strategist (£30k-50k) – apply by 23 May (extended)
Operations Manager (£28k-50k) – apply by 6 June
If you want to get a better feel for what it’s like working at HLI, we think you’ll enjoy these blog posts on life as a researcher and an operations manager by members of our team.
Summer Research Fellowship
Applications for our 2022 Summer Research Fellowship have now closed.
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General career advice
If you want to have a high-impact career focussed on global wellbeing, here are some career paths we think are particularly promising.
- Global priorities research using subjective wellbeing
Identify the most cost-effective interventions and policies.
- Research into new mental health treatments
For example, psychedelic-assisted mental health treatments.
- Deliver interventions in low-income countries
Improve existing organisations or start a more effective one.
- Entrepreneurship in mental health technology
Develop digital mental health interventions like Mind Ease and UpLift.
- Policy and advocacy
Persuade funders and policymakers to use subjective wellbeing measures.
Additional resources
80,000 Hours has a wealth of resources to help you find a fulfilling and high-impact career.
This includes: