Research Associate, Russia Studies at Council on… · New York

Summary: The Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks, aiming to advance discussions on American foreign policy and international affairs. The research associate will provide administrative and research support to fellows, assist in event coordination, and contribute to various research projects. Responsibilities: - Provide logistical and administrative support to the distinguished fellow, including scheduling and calendar management, handling phone calls and media requests, making travel arrangements, and drafting correspondence - Coordinate events, including preparing invitations, making travel arrangements, corresponding with speakers, presiders, and participants, and providing logistical support for the event - Conduct research and editing for articles, book chapters, and other publications - Assist with budgeting, including tracking monthly income statements, monitoring grant information, potentially drafting grant reports and proposals, creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, and preparing vouchers for reimbursement - Assist the fellow with social media outreach, including website maintenance and posting and/or using social media applications such as X, Facebook, etc., as needed - Support other fellows and departments, upon request - Perform any other duties or tasks as assigned or required Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's in a related field: International Relations, History, Russian and East European Studies - Demonstrated interest in Russia and Eurasia - Excellent research, writing, and editing skills - Strong organizational and planning skills and high attention to detail - Proficiency in the Russian language, written and oral - Exceptional written communication, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills - Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and internet research Preferred Qualifications: - Master's degree preferred, but not required Required Skills: Research, Microsoft Office, Internet research, International Relations, East European Studies, Russian language proficiency, Russian, Planning skills Benefits: An outstanding benefits package