Research Assistant, Education Policy Studies

Job description

Overview The American Enterprise Institute (AEI) seeks a full-time, in-person research assistant to support AEI’s education policy studies team, which promotes policy solutions to problems in K–12 and higher education. Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter demonstrating their interest in AEI’s mission, academic transcript, and 500-word writing sample on any topic. The anticipated start date for this position is as soon as possible. Soon-to-be graduates are welcome to apply. Responsibilities: Physical Requirements and Working Conditions at AEI - Research and Writing - Research, edit, and assist in producing research products related to education policy. - Contribute to the production of reports and op-eds, including by writing first drafts, making revisions based on scholar feedback, and offering substantive and copy edits of drafts before publication. - Coordinate small and major, long-term research projects. - Administrative Support - Assist scholars in planning and executing private gatherings, public events, and conferences. - Work internally with other AEI teams on outreach for scholars’ work. - Coordinate events and other projects for the Conservative Educa...