Research Analyst, Middle East Program

Research Analyst

Middle East Program - Palestine/Israel Project

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, a global network of policy research centers in Russia, China, Europe, the Middle East, India, and the United States, is seeking a full-time Research Analyst based in Washington, DC. This position will report to Carnegie's DC-based Middle East Program. This is anticipated to be a 16-month position.

The Research Analyst will contribute to Carnegie papers and reports, write and co-author op-eds and articles, assist in organizing events and meetings in Washington and in Palestine/Israel and/or Jordan, engage regularly with government officials, policymakers, experts and civil society interlocutors, assist Carnegie fellows and nonresidents with research and writing on U.S. foreign policy towards Palestine/Israel, and other duties or subjects as assigned by the program.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in social science or political/international affairs; and a master's degree or equivalent experience in a research-focused role, and familiarity with Palestine/Israel political, security, economic and human rights issues and US foreign policy in relation to the same. The ideal candidate will have experience working and/or living in the Palestinian territories. Applicants must be self-starters with excellent attention to detail, be able to work independently, adapt quickly and possess strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Native or near-native level language skills in both English and Arabic are required.

To apply, please submit your English resume/C.V., cover letter, and a one-page writing sample via the Carnegie Endowment website.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected group.