Research Associate, International Economics

Job description

Position Summary The Council’s Studies Program is one of the country’s largest foreign policy think tanks with a widely respected and influential research staff. The Studies Program’s aim is to advance the discussion of American foreign policy and international affairs through its writing, publications, public outreach, and discussions. The Research Associate will support the work of the senior fellow and director of international economics in the areas of international economics, foreign policy, and history. The start date for this position is July 2026 . This position is based in CFR’s New York City office on a hybrid basis. CFR currently defines hybrid status as working at least three days a week onsite, with Tuesdays and Thursdays considered institutional anchor days where all staff are required to be onsite. Essential Functions/Responsibilities: - Research specific areas as requested by the fellow, including archival and other work for a book the fellow is writing, - Carry out quantitative data analysis and summarize research findings, - Help coordinate the work of interns, - Assist in the regular updating of online economics trackers covering monetary policy, growth, trade, s...