Part-Time Foreign Policy Analyst

Talantir; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Talantir is seeking a Part-Time Foreign Policy Analyst to research and analyze international affairs and diplomatic developments for high-quality written reports. The role emphasizes strong analytical judgment, excellent English writing, and in-depth understanding of U.S.

foreign policy and global dynamics. The successful candidate will monitor international events, assess geopolitical trends, and analyze policies of the United States and other nations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Area Studies, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of international affairs, diplomacy, and foreign policy analysis.
• Excellent research, analytical, and judgment skills.
• Outstanding English writing ability, with the capacity to produce clear, structured, and professional reports.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and deliver high-quality work on schedule.
• Previous experience in policy research, geopolitical analysis, academia, think tanks, media analysis, or related fields is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor major international events and assess possible future developments and geopolitical trends.
• Track and analyze U.S. foreign policy and the diplomatic strategies of other relevant countries.
• Interpret the political logic, strategic considerations, and policy implications behind diplomatic decisions.
• Produce professional analytical reports and written briefings with strong internal logic, clarity, and high writing quality.
• Conduct independent research on international affairs, regional security issues, and foreign policy developments.
• Provide timely and well‑reasoned insights on current international hot issues and their potential impact.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Writing skills

Policy analysis

Research

Independent work

Geopolitics knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in International Relations/Political Science/Public Policy/Area Studies

Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Part-Time Foreign Policy Analyst to support research and analysis on international affairs and diplomatic developments. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical judgment, excellent writing skills, and a deep understanding of U.S. foreign policy and global political dynamics.

The successful candidate will closely monitor major international developments, assess emerging geopolitical trends, and analyze the foreign policies of the United States and other relevant countries. This person should be able to identify the political logic behind policy decisions and produce high-quality written reports with clear structure and persuasive analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor major international events and assess possible future developments and geopolitical trends.
• Track and analyze U.S. foreign policy and the diplomatic strategies of other relevant countries.
• Interpret the political logic, strategic considerations, and policy implications behind diplomatic decisions.
• Produce professional analytical reports and written briefings with strong internal logic, clarity, and high writing quality.
• Conduct independent research on international affairs, regional security issues, and foreign policy developments.
• Provide timely and well‑reasoned insights on current international hot issues and their potential impact.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or above in International Relations, Political Science, Public Policy, Area Studies, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of international affairs, diplomacy, and foreign policy analysis.
• Excellent research, analytical, and judgment skills.
• Outstanding English writing ability, with the capacity to produce clear, structured, and professional reports.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and deliver high-quality work on schedule.
• Previous experience in policy research, geopolitical analysis, academia, think tanks, media analysis, or related fields is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with U.S. foreign policy institutions and decision‑making processes.
• Knowledge of key international actors and major global geopolitical issues.
• Experience writing policy memos, analytical briefs, or research reports.
• Ability to synthesize complex political developments into concise and actionable analysis.

Pay: $80.00 - $100.00 per hour

Work Location: Remote