Research Assistant, Asia Program
About The Position
The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, a global network of policy research centers, is seeking a part-time research assistant to support the work of the Fellow for Korea Studies in the Asia Program. The position will work approximately 5–10 hours per week. The position is part-time and is anticipated to last approximately six to nine months. The research assistant will support research on South Korea's domestic politics, foreign policy, and regional affairs, with particular attention to industrial and technology policy and geopolitics. Responsibilities will include conducting qualitative research, compiling and organizing data, assisting with expert interviews and meetings, and providing other research and administrative support as needed.
Requirements
- At least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Ability to perform interdisciplinary research and analysis
- Native or near-native language proficiency in English and Korean
- Self-starters with excellent attention to detail
- Able to work independently
- Adapt quickly
- Possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills
- Able to start quickly
- Authorized to work in the United States
Nice To Haves
- Enrolled in a graduate program in political science, international affairs, public policy, Korean studies, or a related field
- Reading knowledge of Japanese or Chinese
- Familiarity with South Korea's foreign policy or political economy
Responsibilities
- Conducting qualitative research
- Compiling and organizing data
- Assisting with expert interviews and meetings
- Providing other research and administrative support as needed
Benefits
- Equal employment opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
