The American Enterprise Institute, a leading nonprofit public policy research organization, seeks a full-time research assistant to work with a resident scholar in the Social, Cultural, and Constitutional Studies department whose research focuses on a range of issues related to American political thought and history.

The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide research and administrative assistance to this scholar and to assist in ongoing communications related to the scholar's projects and events. Particular research focus will be given to the development of the American conservative movement in the 20th century. Other duties include tasks such as scheduling, trip planning, record keeping, financial tracking, and copyediting.

This position requires excellent research and organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work well under deadline. A demonstrated interest in the areas of study, strong writing skills, and the ability to multitask are also essential.

AEI offers a stimulating and harmonious work environment and excellent benefits. Qualified applicants should submit an online application to www.aei.org/jobs, complete with their resume, cover letter, academic transcripts, and 500-word writing sample pulled from a research paper.

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.