Research Associate, Climate Change Policy

Council on Foreign Relations; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a research associate to support its Senior Fellow for Energy and Environment. This role involves providing administrative support, conducting research, and coordinating events. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in international relations or related fields, excellent research and writing skills, and a keen attention to detail. Join a prestigious organization dedicated to enhancing understanding of U.S. foreign policy and making a meaningful impact in international affairs. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant discussions and initiatives in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits package

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in relevant fields with high academic achievement.
• 1+ years of related administrative or internship experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide logistical and administrative support to the Senior Fellow.
• Conduct research and editing for articles and publications.
• Coordinate events and manage invitations and logistics.

Skills

Research Skills

Writing Skills

Editing Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in International Relations

Master’s degree in Political Science

Degree in Environmental Studies

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishesForeign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

Position Summary

CFR’s David Rockefeller Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program aims to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.

As part of the Studies Program, the research associate will support the work of the Senior Fellow for Energy and Environment.

Please note that this position will begin in summer 2025.

The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

• Provide logistical and administrative support to the Senior Fellow, including scheduling and calendar management, handling phone calls and media requests, making travel arrangements, and drafting correspondence
• Conduct research and editing for articles, book chapters, and other publications
• Coordinate events, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
• Shepherd reports and articles through the publication process, including drafting, proofreading, formatting, footnoting, and editing documents for internal use and external publication
• Assist with budgeting, including tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information, writing reports and requests, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
• Assist fellow(s) with social media outreach, including publishing a blog, website, video, and/or using social media applications such as Twitter, Facebook, etc., as needed
• Supporting other fellows and departments, upon request.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in international relations, political science, environmental studies, or a related social science field, with high academic achievement; strong knowledge of climate change preferred
• 1+ year(s) related administrative and/or internship experience.

Related Skills and Other Requirements

• Excellent research, writing, and editing skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills and high attention to detail
• Excellent written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research.

Required Application Materials

• Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.

Compensation and Benefits

• The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $55,000 – $58,000, depending on experience.
• In addition to competitive salaries, CFR provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.

About CFR

The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is committed to fostering a foreign policy community in the United States that is more representative of American society, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and perspectives contribute to broader, more informed participation in the foreign policy debate and lead to an enhanced understanding of the world and the United States’ role therein. To that end, CFR is dedicated to continuing to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout its work and workplace by building a more diverse membership and staff, producing and dispensing thoughtful analysis on a broad range of foreign policy issues, and developing relevant, wide-reaching programming that also serves to expand the foreign policy talent pipeline to underrepresented populations.

The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.