Research Assistant, Higher Education
$1,750–$1,850 year
On-site · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Join the Higher Education Engagement (HEE) team as a Research Assistant to support outreach to diverse audiences and enhance awareness within the higher education community. Responsibilities include conducting research, supporting existing initiatives, tracking relationships, and assisting in research initiatives related to global peace. Candidates should possess excellent written communication and research skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and have prior experience in a fast-paced office environment.
Required Qualifications
- Current full-time Undergraduate or Masters student studying higher education, international and comparative education, public policy, communications, peace and justice, conflict resolution, international relations, or another related subject
- Excellent written communication skills
- Strong research skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Previous work experience in a fast-paced office environment
Desired Qualifications
- Prior experience creating content on social media (LinkedIn)
- Experience with databases that track contacts and relationships
- Experience with Salesforce
Additional Requirements
- Candidates must be a current, full-time university student based in the U.S.
- USIP's Research Assistant program is administered through the Consortium of Universities in the Washington Metropolitan area
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