Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Research Assistant or Research Associate - Center for the Industrial Base
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Research Assistant or Research Associate - Center for the Industrial Base
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Job Summary The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non‑profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 250 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
The Center for the Industrial Base (CIB) is hiring a junior researcher for a 35‑hour per week, in‑person, paid position. CIB provides analysis on the critical issues at the cross‑section of the U.S. government, the U.S. industrial base, and long‑term strategic competition. CIB monitors important developments in the global defense industry, with a particular focus on DOD and federal industrial base challenges; government contracting trends in defense, civilian agencies, and international markets; industry‑government collaboration; and international industrial cooperation. Through years of analytical research, CIB has strengthened its capabilities to draw from large databases to present information in a clear, meaningful way. CIB also collaborates with other teams at CSIS on a variety of research topics.
CIB's research efforts focus on a variety of topics, including:
The industrial base
Manufacturing security and resilience
International industrial cooperation
Industrial base trends
Improving government‑industry collaboration
The starting salary range for this position is $57,000-$63,000 based on experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
Assists with research and analysis
Writes comprehensive reviews of background literature for projects
Copy‑edit papers
Assists with data collection and management
Note‑taking and writing summaries of events and meetings
Assists with event planning and staffing
Assists with intern hiring and supervision
Quantitative data analysis, statistical analysis, in particular multilevel/hierarchical models or other social science large dataset research methods
Managing large datasets (SQL databases, Azure, and machine learning)
Programming language proficiency for above topics and visualization, R preferred
Economic analysis
Grant and proposal writing
Research Assistant / Associate Specific Duties
Collaborates with program leadership in developing projects, writing proposals serving as a primary and/or contributing author for program reports
Monitors trends and developments in program interest areas, and provides updates to program staff
Assists with publication layout and dissemination
Supports the execution of program events and activities, including managing event series
Other administrative tasks as needed
Knowledge, Education and Experience
B.A./B.S. for Research Associate or Research Assistant (Degree in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, or related fields)
0-2 years experience; strong knowledge and experience on national and international security issues preferred
Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous research and present information clearly and efficiently; comfort with standard quantitative tools (e.g., Excel) and graphing
Superior writing and analytical skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects under tight deadlines
Strong communication and collaboration skills, both when independent or on a team
Desired Skills
Familiarity or demonstrated interest in defense or national security research
Proficiency with databases
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
How to Apply Interested applicants should submit a résumé, cover letter, and 3 to 5 page writing sample as a single PDF at https://careers.csis.org
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industry: Think Tanks
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Job Summary The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non‑profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 250 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.
The Center for the Industrial Base (CIB) is hiring a junior researcher for a 35‑hour per week, in‑person, paid position. CIB provides analysis on the critical issues at the cross‑section of the U.S. government, the U.S. industrial base, and long‑term strategic competition. CIB monitors important developments in the global defense industry, with a particular focus on DOD and federal industrial base challenges; government contracting trends in defense, civilian agencies, and international markets; industry‑government collaboration; and international industrial cooperation. Through years of analytical research, CIB has strengthened its capabilities to draw from large databases to present information in a clear, meaningful way. CIB also collaborates with other teams at CSIS on a variety of research topics.
CIB's research efforts focus on a variety of topics, including:
The industrial base
Manufacturing security and resilience
International industrial cooperation
Industrial base trends
Improving government‑industry collaboration
The starting salary range for this position is $57,000-$63,000 based on experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:
Assists with research and analysis
Writes comprehensive reviews of background literature for projects
Copy‑edit papers
Assists with data collection and management
Note‑taking and writing summaries of events and meetings
Assists with event planning and staffing
Assists with intern hiring and supervision
Quantitative data analysis, statistical analysis, in particular multilevel/hierarchical models or other social science large dataset research methods
Managing large datasets (SQL databases, Azure, and machine learning)
Programming language proficiency for above topics and visualization, R preferred
Economic analysis
Grant and proposal writing
Research Assistant / Associate Specific Duties
Collaborates with program leadership in developing projects, writing proposals serving as a primary and/or contributing author for program reports
Monitors trends and developments in program interest areas, and provides updates to program staff
Assists with publication layout and dissemination
Supports the execution of program events and activities, including managing event series
Other administrative tasks as needed
Knowledge, Education and Experience
B.A./B.S. for Research Associate or Research Assistant (Degree in Political Science, International Relations, Economics, or related fields)
0-2 years experience; strong knowledge and experience on national and international security issues preferred
Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous research and present information clearly and efficiently; comfort with standard quantitative tools (e.g., Excel) and graphing
Superior writing and analytical skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects under tight deadlines
Strong communication and collaboration skills, both when independent or on a team
Desired Skills
Familiarity or demonstrated interest in defense or national security research
Proficiency with databases
Physical Requirements and Work Conditions The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
How to Apply Interested applicants should submit a résumé, cover letter, and 3 to 5 page writing sample as a single PDF at https://careers.csis.org
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industry: Think Tanks
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