Council on Foreign Relations Job Openings: Asia Studies Research Associate, China Studies Research Associate

Research Associate, Asia Studies

Location: New York Salary Rate: Based upon education and experience Type: Full Time Department: David Rockefeller Studies Program

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.

The research associate will work under the direction of the C.V. Starr Senior Fellow and Director for Asia Studies. 

The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

• Spearheading new digital projects that inform policymakers, business leaders, and the general public about Asian regional affairs and U.S. policies toward Asia.
• Proposing and implementing creative outreach methods to amplify the publications and activities of Asia program fellows.
• Boosting the Asia program’s online presence, including managing social media accounts (Twitter and Facebook) and administering the Asia Unbound blog and the Asia program website pages.
• Designing and authoring monthly Eyes on Asia newsletters, and producing weekly Asia Unbound podcasts.
• Coordinating meetings and collaborative projects between Asia program fellows and research associates.
• Researching specific areas as requested by the fellow. Tracking news and data sources on Asian foreign policy and other economic, political, security, and environmental issues.
• Handling writing assignments, including writing research memos and editing blogs and articles.
• Assisting with events, including preparing materials for distribution and providing other logistical support, and providing miscellaneous administrative support to the fellow.

Qualifications:

• BA degree in international relations or a related field, with strong academic credentials and coursework in Asian studies
• Advanced Asian language skills a plus
• Proactive, self-starter mentality
• Related administrative and/or internship experience
• Strong research, proofreading, and editing skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.

Qualified candidates should email or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address.  PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

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Research Associate, China Studies

Location: New York Salary Rate: Based on education and experience Type: Full Time Department: David Rockefeller Studies Program

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.

The research associate will work under the direction of the C.V. Starr Senior Fellow and Director for Asia Studies. 

The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

• Researching specific areas as requested by the fellow. Tracking both English and Chinese-language news and data sources on Chinese domestic and foreign policy, including economic, political, security, environmental, and other issues.
• Handling writing assignments, including writing research memos and editing blogs and articles.
• Providing administrative support to the fellow, including responding to media requests, arranging travel, and handling correspondence.
• Coordinating 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.
• 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.
• Assisting the fellow with social media outreach, including promoting content on Twitter and podcast production.  

Qualifications:

• BA degree in international relations or a related field, with strong academic credentials and coursework in Chinese studies
• Advanced Mandarin Chinese language skills are required, with the ability to conduct research with and translate Chinese-language materials
• Related administrative and/or internship experience
• Strong research, proofreading, and editing skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.

Qualified candidates should email or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address.  PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.

Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

More info