Research Analyst, Personal Services Contractor at United States Institute of Peace in Washington, Washington DC

Job Description:

Who We Are

Peace is our commitment. The United States Institute of Peace represents the American people’s shared values and commitment to peace worldwide. We know that Peace is Security – it advances both U.S. and international security by preventing, managing, and mitigating violent conflict.

We are an independent, non-partisan institution and are actively engaged with peacebuilding efforts worldwide. Together we tackle the most challenging problems and hold fast to the possibility of a more peaceful world. To learn more about USIP programs and job openings, go to https://www.usip.org/about/careers.

If you have a passion for making the world a better place and want to have a front-row seat on the world stage, USIP is the place for you.

Job Summary:

The Research Analyst will support the South Asia program on a wide range of research tasks including but not limited to conducting background research, editing, and providing other support on topics related to international peace and security, long-term US national security strategy, and Asia.

This is a full-time personal services contractor position is based in Washington, DC, and reports to USIP’s South Asia Program Director.

Job Brief:

• Assists with a wide range of research projects conducted and commissioned by the South Asia program including both short- and long-term projects.


• Supports the editing process of research publications.


• Conducts background research, and other desk-based research as requested.


• Provides meeting notes to and drafts discussion summaries for the South Asia Team.


• Maintains and builds substantive expertise on areas related to South Asia, India-China ties, US-India defense and technology relations, and US national security strategy.


• Provides administrative and logistical events support including preparing event materials, agenda, panelist bios, hosting online calls, reserving rooms, developing invitations, monitoring RSVPs, ordering food and supplies, arranging room set-up, and serving as the main point of contact for attendees as needed.


• Coordinates the monthly South Asia Program internal meetings as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in international relations, political science, security/conflict studies, regional studies, or related field required.


• One (1) year of relevant work experience related to South Asia required, as well as academic training relevant to policy issues in the region and the institutions, and tools of U.S. foreign and security policy. 


• Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.


• Experience assisting in the organization of conferences, meetings, and events, including organizations in South Asia, is preferred.


• Excellent research and analytic skills, including topics related to the security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region.


• Experience working as part of a team.


• Strong skills in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly MS Word, MS Outlook, and MS Excel are required. Strong computer skills in database usage preferred.


• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships and strong interpersonal skills, including cross-cultural communication.

All USIP contract and employee positions are contingent upon the favorable completion of a suitability background investigation.  

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this position, please submit a complete application package consisting of:

1.  Completed employment application

2.  Cover letter

3.  Resume 

Note: Only those applicants that are selected for further discussions will be contacted.  

USIP is an equal opportunity employer. USIP does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, political affiliation, marital status, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit-based factors.

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