Council on Foreign Relations
Research Associate, Global Health, Economics, and Development
Council on Foreign Relations, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20001
Position Summary
CFR's David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country's largest and most respected foreign policy think tanks. 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 Bloomberg Chair in Global Health, the director of CFR's Global Health Program. This full-time position is based in CFR's Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite. Please note that this position would begin in September 2025. Major Responsibilities
Research emerging issues at the intersection of global health, international economics, and law Assist the director in preparing, drafting, and editing research articles, op-eds, policy briefs, data interactives, congressional testimony, magazine submissions, newsletters, and other written material Collaborate with a dynamic team of CFR colleagues on the editing, writing, layout, and promotion of articles for Think Global Health, CFR's online magazine devoted to examining how changes in global health shape economies, societies, and everyday lives Coordinate events, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support Assist in managing budgets, including tracking monthly statements and grant information, drafting grant reports and requests, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement Provide administrative support, including handling correspondence, scheduling media interviews, making travel arrangements, and responding to requests for information Assist fellow with social media outreach and promotion, as needed Support the program director in his management of the Global Health program Provide support across departmental lines and for other fellows, upon request Qualifications
Experience BA or MA degree in international affairs, economics, public health, or other relevant fields, with excellent academic credentials Related Skills & Other Requirements Excellent writing and editing skills and the ability to summarize and communicate research results clearly Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail Demonstrated quantitative experience and skill with Stata, R, or another comparable program is a plus Good judgment, a can-do attitude, and the ability to complete projects independently or with limited supervision Excellent computer skills, including MS Word and Excel Required Application Materials
Please submit a rsum and cover letter stating your interest in the position. Compensation and Benefits
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $55,000
$58,000 depending on experience. In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package. About CFR
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.
CFR's David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country's largest and most respected foreign policy think tanks. 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 Bloomberg Chair in Global Health, the director of CFR's Global Health Program. This full-time position is based in CFR's Washington, D.C. office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite. Please note that this position would begin in September 2025. Major Responsibilities
Research emerging issues at the intersection of global health, international economics, and law Assist the director in preparing, drafting, and editing research articles, op-eds, policy briefs, data interactives, congressional testimony, magazine submissions, newsletters, and other written material Collaborate with a dynamic team of CFR colleagues on the editing, writing, layout, and promotion of articles for Think Global Health, CFR's online magazine devoted to examining how changes in global health shape economies, societies, and everyday lives Coordinate events, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support Assist in managing budgets, including tracking monthly statements and grant information, drafting grant reports and requests, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement Provide administrative support, including handling correspondence, scheduling media interviews, making travel arrangements, and responding to requests for information Assist fellow with social media outreach and promotion, as needed Support the program director in his management of the Global Health program Provide support across departmental lines and for other fellows, upon request Qualifications
Experience BA or MA degree in international affairs, economics, public health, or other relevant fields, with excellent academic credentials Related Skills & Other Requirements Excellent writing and editing skills and the ability to summarize and communicate research results clearly Strong organizational skills and high attention to detail Demonstrated quantitative experience and skill with Stata, R, or another comparable program is a plus Good judgment, a can-do attitude, and the ability to complete projects independently or with limited supervision Excellent computer skills, including MS Word and Excel Required Application Materials
Please submit a rsum and cover letter stating your interest in the position. Compensation and Benefits
The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $55,000
$58,000 depending on experience. In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package. About CFR
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States' role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.