Project Associate, Political and Security Affairs

The National Bureau of Asian Research • Washington, DC

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR) is seeking a Project Associate for the Political and Security Affairs (PSA) group to provide project support for NBR's portfolio of research projects focusing on political and security issues across the Indo-Pacific region, including China's military modernization, U.S. alliance strategy in Asia, North Korean nuclear and ballistic missile programs, and more. Depending on a candidate's experience, the position of Senior Project Associate may be considered. A Sr. Project Associate operates with an increased level of independence and responsibility compared to Project Associates.
Based in NBR's Washington, DC office, this is a paid, full-time (40hr/week), special assignment (12 month) position reporting to the Director of Political and Security Affairs. Project Associate is a stepping-stone position intended to prepare the Associate for a Project Manager-level role.

Requirements

• Project Associate
• Bachelor's degree in security studies, Asia Studies, international relations, foreign policy, or other relevant discipline
• At least 1 year of research assistance and/or administrative support experience in the U.S.-Asia policy field.
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of US-Asia relations and political and security issues in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Excellent research and communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Senior Project Associate
• Bachelor's degree in security studies, Asia Studies, international relations, foreign policy, or other relevant discipline
• At least 2 years of research assistance and/or administrative support experience in the U.S.-Asia policy field.
• Proficient knowledge and understanding of US-Asia relations and political and security issues in the Indo-Pacific region.
• Excellent research and communication skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese or other Asian language.
• Experience providing support on U.S. government-funded projects.
• Familiarity with experts working on Indo-Pacific security issues in the United States and Indo-Pacific region.

Responsibilities

• Project Management: Liaise with project experts, manage project deadlines, and assist in monitoring budgets. Prepare written project materials including, web-content, and grant reports. Coordinate project documentation with Project Managers and Directors.
• Project Development: Assist with development of project concepts and grant proposals.
• Research Support: Provide substantive research assistance for project teams and scholars, including summarizing research papers and undertaking literature reviews.
• Publications Support: Review, edit, format and fact-check project publications, providing valuable feedback to enhance the quality of NBR's content.
• Event Support: Support team events (conferences, workshops, presentations, and briefings) by drafting agendas, coordinating invitations, assisting with travel, accommodation, and venue arrangements.
• Staff Management: Assist Project Managers and Directors with management of interns and fellows by delegating tasks, setting deadlines, and communicating expectations.
• Database Administration: Manage and update project databases to ensure the efficient organization and accessibility of project-related information.
• Participate actively in and support various NBR activities and initiatives as required.

Benefits

• This full-time position includes medical, dental and vision benefits for employees and their family, company contributions to an FSA or HSA, and paid time off.
• NBR's paid time off includes 10 days of vacation (awarded as 3.33 hours per pay period), 25 paid company holidays per year, (including 2 floating holidays), up to 56 hours of paid sick leave (pro-rated if joining mid-year), and 2 days of paid professional development leave.
• Additionally, NBR offers 4-weeks of paid Sabbatical leave for all full-time staff after every 5 years of service.
• NBR covers 80% of employees' Public Transit commuting costs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level