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Research Assistant, Global Health Policy

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CSIS Global Health Policy Center

Position Opening – Research Assistant

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 decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of over 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

Job Summary:

The CSIS Global Health Policy Center is a leading policy research institution focused on building bipartisan awareness about global health and its importance to the U.S. national security. The Center is seeking a full-time Research Assistant to join its public policy team. Successful applicants will serve as an entry-level researcher contributing to the Center’s mission of creating the analytic groundwork for a U.S. strategic vision for global health, building foreign policy leadership on global public health, and incorporating health into mainstream foreign policy and national security doctrine.

Description of Duties:

  1. Conducts research as dictated by Program and contributor/donor needs. Prepares, edits, and distributes written materials including program studies, conference and meeting reports, journal and newspaper articles, executive summaries, etc.

II. Supports Program activities by:

  • Responding to requests from Director and other senior staff for research reports and support.
  • Monitoring and preparing briefs on information regarding trends in program interest areas.
  • Planning and supporting event logistics.
  • Maintains information files and database(s).


Qualifications

Skills and Experience:

  • B.A./B.S. required in public health or related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in research and writing.
  • Knowledge of global health policy issues, especially HIV/AIDS and multilateral organizations.
  • Ability to write research reports, concept papers, business correspondence, etc.
  • Must possess strong communication skills, including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from constituency groups, media, governmental entities, and the general public.


Contact Details

Contact:
Lisa Poole
Email:
employment@csis.org

Application Instructions

Candidates interested in applying for this position should submit a letter of interest, resume, and salary requirements to:

employment@csis.org

Be sure to reference the position in the subject section of the email.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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