Research Assistant, China Center, Brookings

The Brookings Institution

Location:

United States (Washington, DC)

Website:

http://www.brookings.edu/

Compensation:

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Description:

The Brookings Institution is a private nonprofit organization devoted to independent research and innovative policy solutions. Established in 1916, Brookings analyzes current and emerging issues and produces new ideas that matter - for the nation and the world.

Brookings seeks to fill the position of Research Assistant, China Center.

TO APPLY: http://www.brookings.edu/about/employment/FP11090.aspx

Basic Function:

Conduct research and provide administrative support for senior scholars in relevant subject areas.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

75% Research Assistance:

• Conduct research on project issues; contribute to writing of international case studies, policy briefs, and project monographs.
• Assemble relevant material including press reports, interviews, government data, and documents.
• Write summary reports of forums, symposia, and conferences; draft abstracts, summaries, and analyses of books and articles.
• Monitor and summarize current developments in pertinent areas of project work.
• Read sources for relevance to research themes; compile bibliographies and chronologies.
• Perform document retrieval using Internet and other online resources.

25% Administrative Support:

• Schedule appointments and make travel arrangements for senior staff as assigned.
• Manage logistical arrangements for forums, seminars, and conferences.
• Screen calls to determine purpose and nature of requests, and respond as needed.
• Copy edit and proofread documents.
• Assist with general China Center administrative needs as required, such as helping to maintain database of relevant officials, experts, journalists, and regional actors involved in issues that China Center scholars are working on.

Qualification:

Education/Experience Requirements:

MA in international relations, international security, or Chinese affairs required. Minimum of 1 year experience working in a research environment.

Knowledge Requirements:

Background in Chinese domestic and/or foreign policy; strong writing skills; superior research skills; excellent organizational and communication skills; proficiency in Internet research and use of database programs; ability to prioritize in a heavy workload environment. Professional fluency is required in both Mandarin Chinese and English. Applicants must be currently authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.

Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. No phone calls please. Brookings welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities.