Associate Fellow/Fellow - Energy Security and Climate Change Program
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At CSIS we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, especially those from traditionally underrepresented groups.

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 approximately 250 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe.

The Energy Security and Climate Change Program at CSIS is seeking a passionate and driven Research Associate or Associate Fellow (title dependent on experience) to join our team. This role will focus on novel and high-impact analysis of global markets in oil and gas, with an emphasis on market dynamics, geopolitics, and quantitative analysis.

If you are a creative and energetic individual with a dedication to defining U.S. leadership on energy security, we encourage you to apply.

The annual salary for this position is $75,000-$110,000.

Essential duties and responsibilities

Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:

Research, Writing, and Project Management (75-80%)

• Identify and research key issues in global energy markets for oil and/or gas, geopolitical developments, and demand and supply forecasts.
• Analyze energy and climate policy, clean energy development, trade and technology policies, and geopolitical developments.
• Contribute to writing reports, analyses, editorials, and multimedia products.
• Represent the Program and the Director at meetings, workshops, and public or private events.

Administrative Duties (20-25%)

• Manage projects including coordination of publications, events, and multimedia productions.
• Ensure timely execution of internal and external communications regarding project assignments.
• Organize and execute meetings, conferences, and workshops, managing logistics as needed.
• Additional tasks as assigned by the Director.

Knowledge, education, and experience

• Minimum 2 years of direct experience in energy market analysis, with a focus on geopolitics or economics.
• Master's degree or equivalent related work experience in the field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from various stakeholders.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Sound judgment and a creative outlook.

Physical requirements and work conditions

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to the CSIS careers portal.

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CSIS is a bipartisan, nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, D.C. The Center's 220 full-time staff and large network of affiliated scholars conduct research and analysis and develop policy initiatives that look to the future and anticipate change.

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