Echidna Global Scholar: Policy Research Leader

The Brookings Institution; Washington; On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Echidna Global Scholars Program at The Brookings Institution invites established professionals to join a four‑phase Fellowship focused on gender equality in education. Scholars conduct rigorous research, develop leadership capabilities, and craft policy‑relevant outputs for dissemination.

The program emphasizes residency in Washington, DC, with in‑country data work and a two‑year alumni pathway. Applicants should bring extensive international or Global South experience and a Master’s degree.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree is required.
• All Echidna Global Scholars must demonstrate proficiency in English.
• Applicants should have a background in education, gender and/or women's studies, international or global development, public policy, economics, or a related social sciences or humanities area, with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in research/academia, non-governmental, community or civil society organizations, or government.

Responsibilities

• Conduct professional, in-depth research, write an evidence-based policy paper, and present their research and policy recommendations at Brookings organized events.
• Interact professionally with other Brookings scholars and community members; be active participants in Brookings events (organizational meetings, seminars, presentations, private and public events).
• Develop a post-residency project proposal with the intent of expanding the impact of their research after return to their home country.
• Engage with key actors from the extended research, practice, and policy community within their home countries, in and around Washington, D.C., and globally.

Skills

Strong analytical and writing skills

Proficiency in English

Education

Master's degree

Job description

The Echidna Global Scholars Program at The Brookings Institution invites established professionals to join a four‑phase Fellowship focused on gender equality in education. Scholars conduct rigorous research, develop leadership capabilities, and craft policy‑relevant outputs for dissemination.

The program emphasizes residency in Washington, DC, with in‑country data work and a two‑year alumni pathway. Applicants should bring extensive international or Global South experience and a Master’s degree.