Temporary Research Associate - Energy Security and Climate Change Program

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 CSIS Energy Security and Climate Change Program seeks a temporary research associate to support our portfolio of work focusing on energy security and permitting reform.    The temporary research associate’s responsibilities will include policy research, data analysis, project management, proposal development, and administration. The successful candidate will be a team player, possess excellent research, writing and communication skills, and have an entrepreneurial spirit and drive to turn ideas into impact. Demonstrated experience of permitting reform and energy security is preferred.   The salary band for this role is $63,000 -$75,000, commensurate with experience.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the following:   Research, Writing, and Project Management (75-80%), including but not limited to: • Identifies and researches key issues in global energy and climate policy, clean energy development, geopolitical developments, and other 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 at meetings, workshops, and public or private events  • Other tasks as assigned by the Director • Administrative Duties (20-25%), 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, and workshops, and other logistics as needed • Other tasks as assigned by the Director   KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:   • 2-3 years direct experience in energy and climate sector  • Familiarity with environmental permitting procedures • Experience in a fast-paced think tank environment • Familiarity with environmental laws • Demonstrated knowledge of energy and climate policy, particularly with the relevant U.S. executive agencies and U.S. Congress • 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, media, governmental entities, and the general public • Possess an entrepreneurial mind-set and be able to work well independently and in teams • Sound judgment and 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.   Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.   Equal Opportunity Employer.   HOW TO APPLY:    Interested applicants please submit your resume and cover letter at https://careers.csis.org.