Council on Foreign Relations
Human Resources Office
58 E. 68th St., New York, NY 10065
FAX: (212) 434-9893
humanresources@cfr.org
www.cfr.org

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations is an independent national membership organization and a nonpartisan center for scholars dedicated to producing and disseminating ideas so that individual and corporate members, as well as policymakers, journalists, students, and interested citizens in the United States and other countries can better understand the world and the foreign policy choices facing the United States and other governments. The Council, which is headquartered in New York with an office in Washington, DC, does this by: convening meetings where prominent thinkers debate and discuss the major issues of our time; conducting a wide-ranging studies program; publishing Foreign Affairs, the preeminent journal covering international affairs and U.S. foreign policy; maintaining a diverse membership; sponsoring independent task forces; and providing up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on the Council’s website, cfr.org.

The Council’s Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks. Its widely respected and influential research staff of more than 50 scholars advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through their research, writing, and public outreach.

The Research Associate will work under the direction of a Senior Fellow, working on projects related to U.S Foreign Policy. The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

• Researching specific areas as requested by the Fellow, for articles, book chapters and other publications
• Assisting with the proofreading and editing of articles, book chapters, and other written material
• Tracking news and data sources
• Assisting with the proofreading and editing of articles, book chapters, and other written material
• Coordinating events, including preparing invitations, travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers and presiders, helping to prepare background papers and materials for distribution, and providing other logistical support
• Managing budgets, including preparing budgets and tracking monthly statements, monitoring grant information and writing reports and requests, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement
• Preparing international agendas and research trips for fellow
• Providing administrative support to the Fellow, handling correspondence, scheduling, and responding to requests for information

Preferred Qualifications:

• BA or MA in History or Political Science; significant coursework in American History, Middle Eastern History (including Israel), and international relations strongly preferred
• Strong research, writing, and editing skills
• Related work and/or internship experience
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Email

The Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including generous leave policies and health insurance programs, an on-site fitness center, and professional development training.

Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above contact information. 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.
Posted: August 2008