Analyst, Center for Geoeconomic Studies
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Title: Analyst, Center for Geoeconomic Studies
Salary: Based on education and experience
The Council’s Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program’s aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.
The Analyst will work in the Maurice R. Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies, the part of the Studies department that focuses on the intersection of international economics and international relations. This is an exceptional opportunity for a creative mind to exhibit original ideas and work. Among other responsibilities, the analyst will be expected to:
* Maintain and update databases that underpin the Center’s quarterly chartbooks, which track BRIC foreign exchange reserves, foreign ownership of U.S. assets, and the U.S. economic cycle.
* Prepare, source, and analyze data in support of the Center’s Geo-Graphics blog, exercising initiative in selecting promising subjects at the intersections of international relations and international economics.
* Research specific areas, including economics, geopolitics, and international affairs, as requested by the Fellow.
* Show initiative in generating new ideas for chartbooks.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
* Degree in Economics or International Relations with coursework in statistics and high academic credentials
* Extensive knowledge of macroeconomic data sets
* Related work or internship experience, with proven interest in economics and geopolitics
* Outstanding research and writing skills
* Proficiency with statistics
* Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
* Strong proofreading and editing skills
* Excellent computer skills, primarily strong Excel skills
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher. Founded in 1921, CFR is dedicated to being a resource for its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens to better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries. CFR, with headquarters located in New York City and an office in Washington, DC, conducts outreach programs to target constituencies nationwide. The organization’s 4,500+ members are leaders in global issues and include representatives from a broad range of fields. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on international affairs. CFR provides commentary and analysis about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org, on ForeignAffairs.com, and through social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
Contact Details
Contact:
Human Resources
Telephone:
212-434-9400
Email:
humanresources@cfr.org
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.
Title: Analyst, Center for Geoeconomic Studies
Salary: Based on education and experience
The Council’s Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program’s aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions.
The Analyst will work in the Maurice R. Greenberg Center for Geoeconomic Studies, the part of the Studies department that focuses on the intersection of international economics and international relations. This is an exceptional opportunity for a creative mind to exhibit original ideas and work. Among other responsibilities, the analyst will be expected to:
* Maintain and update databases that underpin the Center’s quarterly chartbooks, which track BRIC foreign exchange reserves, foreign ownership of U.S. assets, and the U.S. economic cycle.
* Prepare, source, and analyze data in support of the Center’s Geo-Graphics blog, exercising initiative in selecting promising subjects at the intersections of international relations and international economics.
* Research specific areas, including economics, geopolitics, and international affairs, as requested by the Fellow.
* Show initiative in generating new ideas for chartbooks.
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
* Degree in Economics or International Relations with coursework in statistics and high academic credentials
* Extensive knowledge of macroeconomic data sets
* Related work or internship experience, with proven interest in economics and geopolitics
* Outstanding research and writing skills
* Proficiency with statistics
* Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
* Strong proofreading and editing skills
* Excellent computer skills, primarily strong Excel skills
The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading independent, nonpartisan membership organization, think tank, and publisher. Founded in 1921, CFR is dedicated to being a resource for its members, government officials, business executives, journalists, educators and students, civic and religious leaders, and other interested citizens to better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other countries. CFR, with headquarters located in New York City and an office in Washington, DC, conducts outreach programs to target constituencies nationwide. The organization’s 4,500+ members are leaders in global issues and include representatives from a broad range of fields. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal on international affairs. CFR provides commentary and analysis about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org, on ForeignAffairs.com, and through social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.
Contact Details
Contact:
Human Resources
Telephone:
212-434-9400
Email:
humanresources@cfr.org
Application Instructions
Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above address. PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL. The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.
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