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Research Assistant: Foreign and Defense Policy; Middle Eastern Studies, Political Economy

Employer
American Enterprise Institute
Location
Washington, D.C
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Oct 9, 2019

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Industry
Nonprofit
Function
Analyst
Hours
Full Time

Job Details

The American Enterprise Institute seeks a full-time research assistant to work on issues related to the Middle East, specifically the politics and economies in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Arabian Peninsula.

Primary responsibilities include analyzing and tracking the economic policies of the GCC, conducting research on the effects of Gulf foreign and economic policies on US interests, and supporting research efforts to map financial aid and intervention emanating from the Gulf to other developing economies. Other responsibilities include organizing and coordinating public and private events, overseeing short- and long-term research projects and grants, and providing administrative support.

This position requires outstanding quantitative and qualitative research skills. High proficiency with Microsoft Excel is required. Qualified candidates should have an interest in international relations, specifically the politics and economies of the Middle East. Excellent written communication skills and high attention to detail are a must. Arabic language skills are desirable.

Qualified applicants should submit a resume, a cover letter, academic transcripts, and a 500-word writing sample with their online application.

About AEI

The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) is a public policy think tank dedicated to defending human dignity, expanding human potential, and building a freer and safer world. The work of its scholars and staff advances ideas rooted in a belief in democracy, free enterprise, American strength and global leadership, solidarity with those at the periphery of our society, and a pluralistic, entrepreneurial culture.

AEI is committed to making the intellectual, moral, and practical case for expanding freedom, increasing individual opportunity, and strengthening the free enterprise system in America and around the world. Its work explores ideas that further these goals, and AEI scholars take part in this pursuit with academic freedom. AEI operates independently of any political party and has no institutional positions. Its scholars' conclusions are fueled by rigorous, data-driven research and broad-ranging evidence.

Company

The American Enterprise Institute is a community of scholars and supporters committed to expanding liberty, increasing individual opportunity and strengthening free enterprise. AEI pursues these unchanging ideals through independent thinking, open debate, reasoned argument, facts and the highest standards of research and exposition. Without regard for politics or prevailing fashion, we dedicate our work to a more prosperous, safer and more democratic nation and world.

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Telephone
2028625800
Location
1789 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington
District of Columbia
20036
US

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