Research Associate or Associate Fellow - Energy Security & Climate Change P at Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)

Washington, District of Columbia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

70000.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Energy policy, Climate policy, Project management, Research, Technical writing, Data analysis, Public speaking, Stakeholder engagement, Electricity transmission, Power systems, Clean energy technologies, Geopolitical analysis, Task management, Communication, Entrepreneurial mindset

Industry

Think Tanks

Description

JOB SUMMARY: 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 some 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 is hiring a research associate or associate fellow (depending on appropriate experience) to support its work on issues related to energy security, the energy transition, and climate change. This position assists in the development, research, and writing of projects undertaken by the program, with cross-cutting responsibilities, including analysis, research, project management, and outreach. The candidate should be a creative, dedicated, and energetic individual ready to contribute significantly to research on AI and data centers, electricity transmission and power systems, and clean energy technologies. Demonstrated experience in those fields preferred. The minimum salary for a Research Associate is $63,000, and the minimum salary for an Associate Fellow is $70,000. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential functions may include but are not limited to: Research, Writing, and Project Management (90%), including but not limited to: • Identifies and researches key issues in global energy and climate policy, clean energy development, geopolitical developments, AI and data centers, electricity transmission and power systems, and related program areas of interest • Researches and contributes writing to reports, analysis, thought pieces, and multimedia products • Contributes to multiple collaborative research projects • Represents the Program and the Director at meetings, workshops, and public or private events • Other tasks as assigned by the Director Additional duties for the Associate Fellow include: o Writing publications as sole author on a frequency schedule o Responding to media and key stakeholder requests o Contribute to grants, concept papers, and project proposals Administrative Duties (10%), including but not limited to: • Provides task management, including coordination of publications, events, and related project deliverables • Ensures timely execution of regular internal and external communications regarding project assignments • Works with the Program to organize and execute meetings, conferences, workshops, and other logistics as needed • Other tasks as assigned by the Director KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE: • 2-3 years of direct experience in the energy and climate sector • Demonstrated knowledge of energy and climate policy, particularly with the relevant U.S. executive agencies and U.S. Congress • Bachelor's or master's degree or equivalent related work experience in the field • Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills including the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from constituency groups and the general public • Possess an entrepreneurial mindset and be able to work well independently and in teams • Sound judgment and creative outlook Additional skills and education for the Associate Fellow include: o Minimum of 4 or more years of relevant experience and must exhibit substantive familiarity with energy and climate policy o Demonstrated ability to effectively present information in a public setting o Track record of success working in highly collaborative, team-based environments, with a commitment to professional development and mentoring HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants please submit your resume and cover letter at https://careers.csis.org/

Responsibilities

The role involves conducting research, writing reports, and managing projects related to energy security, climate change, and clean energy technologies. Additionally, the position requires representing the program at events and coordinating administrative tasks such as event logistics and internal communications.