Research Associate, India, Pakistan, and South Asia

Council on Foreign Relations•Washington, DC

4d•Onsite

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’s aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions. The Research Associate will work under the direction of the Senior Fellow for India, Pakistan and South Asia, 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

Bachelor’s in a related field such as political science, economics, South Asian studies or international relations
Demonstrated interest in India and South Asia
Excellent research, writing, and editing skills
Strong organizational and planning skills and high attention to detail
Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research
Exceptional written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred, but not required
One or more year(s) related administrative and/or internship experience preferred
Knowledge of written and spoken Hindi preferred but not necessary

Responsibilities

Provide logistical and administrative support to the senior fellow, including scheduling and calendar management, handling phone calls and media requests, making travel arrangements, and drafting correspondence,
Coordinate events, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers, presiders, and participants, and providing logistical support for the event,
Conduct research and editing for articles, book chapters, and other publications,
Assist with budgeting, including tracking monthly income statements, monitoring grant information, potentially drafting grant reports and proposals, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement,
Assist the senior fellow with social media outreach, including , website maintenance and posting and/or using social media applications such as X, Facebook, etc., as needed,
Support other fellows and departments, upon request,
Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required.