Research Associate, U.S. Foreign Policy

Council on Foreign Relations

1d•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 the work of the Senior Fellow for U.S. Foreign Policy, and will also spend a small portion of their time working with an adjunct, part-time, or visiting fellow. The research associate works directly with the fellows, providing administrative and research support. The research associate role is dynamic and ever evolving, giving the RA the opportunity to support different fellows and programs.

Requirements

BA in international relations, political science, or other similar field.
One or more year(s) related professional and/or internship experience
Detailed knowledge of current issues in American foreign policy and global politics
Exceptional organizational skills and outstanding attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to manage projects and tasks independently and under deadlines
Strong research skills and ability to perform well on highly varied assignments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Assist with editing, formatting, and preparation of reports and other publications
Provide administrative support to the fellow, including managing complex travel itineraries, coordinating with external organizations, handling correspondence, scheduling, and responding to requests for information
Conduct research on topics including, but not limited to, U.S. foreign policy and grand strategy, technology and geopolitics, strategic competition with China and Russia, and transatlantic relations
Coordinate events and meetings, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
Assist in managing finances, including preparing budgets and tracking monthly statements, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
Assist the fellow with social media outreach, including publishing a blog, website, video, and/or using social media applications such as X, as needed
Provide support across departmental lines and for other fellows, upon request
Perform any other duties as assigned or required.