Fellow/Senior Fellow - Japan Chair

Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) seeks a Fellow/Senior Fellow for the Japan Chair to contribute to research on U.S.-Japan relations. This role involves data analysis, project management, and writing. Candidates should have relevant academic backgrounds and experience. The position is in-person at the Washington, D.C. headquarters, requiring a presence in the office at least 3 days a week.

Qualifications

• Expertise in Japan policy issues and U.S.-Japan relations.
• Ability to develop innovative research topics.

Responsibilities

• Manage large research projects and identify funding sources.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research.
• Supervise and mentor staff and interns.

Skills

Data Analysis

Communication

Public Speaking

Education

MA in a related field

Ph.D. in a related field

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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 decisionmakers concerned with global security and prosperity. It has grown to be one of the largest of its kind, with about 200 employees, including over 120 analysts addressing international security dynamics worldwide.

The Japan Chair was created to study U.S.-Japan relations and promote mutual understanding. As Japan's influence in Asia and globally expands, the Chair aims to define a strategic agenda for the U.S.-Japan relationship in bilateral, regional, and global contexts. Its research covers Japanese politics, U.S.-Japan security and economic ties, and strategic cooperation with Indo-Pacific countries.

We seek a Fellow or Senior Fellow to contribute to our research through writing, data analysis, project development, and management. Candidates should have a background in Japan studies, international relations, or related fields, with data analysis experience. This is an in-person role at our Washington, D.C. headquarters.

Salary Range

• Fellow: $70,000 - $110,000
• Senior Fellow: $110,000 - $145,000

Salary depends on experience and expertise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage large research projects, identify funding sources, and write proposals.
• Create content for the Japan Chair and external publications on Japan and U.S.-Japan relations.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research.
• Moderate events related to the Japan Chair.
• Supervise and mentor staff and interns.
• Engage with external partners through meetings.

Knowledge, Education, and Experience

• For a Fellow: MA in a related field + 4 years of relevant experience.
• For a Senior Fellow: MA + 6 years or Ph.D. in a related field.
• Expertise in Japan policy issues and U.S.-Japan relations.
• Ability to develop innovative research topics.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Public speaking and external communication skills.
• Experience with data analysis (quantitative and qualitative).
• Japanese language proficiency preferred.

Work Conditions

This role is based at our Washington, D.C. headquarters, requiring in-office presence 3+ days weekly. Reasonable accommodations are available for disabilities. The work environment noise level is moderate.

Application Process

Submit your résumé, cover letter, and a 2-3 page writing sample at https://csis.org/careers. Applications missing any materials will be considered incomplete.