Indo-Pacific Policy Analyst — China & Security Research

The Heritage Foundation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class health care

Employer-sponsored retirement funding

Generous paid leave

Job summary

The Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC seeks a Policy Analyst (Research) focused on China and the Indo-Pacific. This role supports security, diplomatic, political, and strategic developments in Asia, with emphasis on the PRC and U.S. interests in the region.

Reporting to the Director of the Asian Studies Center, the analyst will produce research staff papers and policy recommendations to inform policymakers and the public. Strong writing and public speaking are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred in a relevant discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant Asia policy or Indo-Pacific security experience.
• Excellent writing and public speaking; Asian language fluency preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy analysis on Indo-Pacific security, diplomacy, politics, and economics.
• Develop innovative policy recommendations and proposals.
• Support planning and execution of events, briefings, and meetings with policymakers and experts.
• Represent Heritage at conferences and external engagements.
• Participate in the public policy community and Indo-Pacific policy debates.
• Contribute to media outreach to boost Heritage’s visibility on Indo-Pacific policy issues.
• Build relationships with congressional offices and policymakers.
• Assist in preparing congressional testimonies, state testimonies, and public comments.
• Advise management on programs to keep Heritage in a leadership role in Indo-Pacific policy.

Skills

Policy analysis

Research

Public speaking

Written communication

Asian language (preferred)

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Heritage Foundation in Washington, DC seeks a Policy Analyst (Research) focused on China and the Indo-Pacific. This role supports security, diplomatic, political, and strategic developments in Asia, with emphasis on the PRC and U.S. interests in the region.

Reporting to the Director of the Asian Studies Center, the analyst will produce research staff papers and policy recommendations to inform policymakers and the public. Strong writing and public speaking are essential.