Research Associate, Europe Studies

Council on Foreign Relations•Washington, DC

4d•$55,000 - $58,000•Hybrid

About The Position

CFR’s David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program aims to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions. As part of the Studies Program, the research associate will support two fellows, primarily focused on Europe. Areas of study include: Europe studies and areas of German and European foreign and security policy, transatlantic relations, Russia, European China policy, transatlantic relations, and European affairs.

Requirements

Bachelor's or master's degree in international relations or a related field
Strong research, proofreading, and editing skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

Nice To Haves

1+ year(s) of related administrative and/or internship experience preferred
Reading, writing, and speaking proficiency in German or other European language preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Research specific topics as requested by fellows to support the publication of articles, books, and other products.
Handle writing assignments, including writing research memos and editing blogs and articles.
Provide administrative support to the fellows, including responding to media requests, arranging travel, and handling correspondence.
Coordinate events, including preparing and sending invitations, scheduling, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support.
Coordinate projects and related publications, including organizing workshops in Europe and the U.S. and managing the publication process
Assist with managing finances, including preparing budgets and tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information and writing reports and requests, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement.
Assist fellows with social media outreach, including publishing a blog, website, video, and/or using social media applications such as Twitter, etc., as needed.
Provide support across departmental lines and for other fellows, upon request.
Any other duties as assigned or required.