Jonathan Bearak joined the Guttmacher Institute as a Senior Research Scientist in 2015.

Dr. Bearak’s research focuses on the intersection of stratification and demography. His published and ongoing projects examine topics related to fertility, including abortion, unintended pregnancy, marriage, motherhood and sexual behavior. He has published articles in The Lancet, American Sociological Review, Social Forces, Demographic Research, Educational Researcher, Women’s Health Issues and Contraception. Dr. Bearak holds a PhD in sociology from New York University.