Analyst - Podcast Research

About NKSQUARED:

NKSQUARED is an investment firm led by Nikhil Kamath. We are a sector-agnostic, multi-asset platform focused on growth and pre-IPO opportunities, typically writing $5M–$30M per transaction, with the flexibility to lead or participate in larger strategic investments.

Our portfolio includes companies like Nothing, Ather, InCred, BlueStone, and Infra.Market, among others.

About the Role:

This is not a traditional research role.We're looking for someone who can go beyond gathering information, someone who can connect dots, form sharp opinions, and turn research into compelling narratives for long-form conversations.

What We're Looking For:

• 3–5 years of experience in research (media, publications, or content platforms)
• Background in Economics, Social Sciences, or Content Research
• Strong understanding of how ideas move across markets, policy, and culture

You are someone who:

• Reads widely and proactively — you're already aware of what's happening and why it matters
• Can take scattered inputs and build a clear, nuanced point of view
• Finds non-obvious angles and asks why does this matter right now
• Uses AI tools effectively to enhance research and output
• Is comfortable working with ambiguity, speed, and evolving briefs

Bonus: You've published content (blog, newsletter, threads, etc.)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pre-Episode Research

• Build deep research packs on themes and guests
• Identify 4–6 strong, data-backed angles that can drive the conversation
• Bring out the so what — why this topic matters right now

2. Narrative & Read-Out

• Convert research into a clear, structured narrative for the host
• Present insights with conviction — defend your thinking and push back when needed

3. Post-Production Support

• Review content to identify missed insights or weak arguments
• Validate all facts, sources, and claims before publishing