Washington, DC30+ days ago
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential functions and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:• Conduct research on issues animating Japanese politics, U.S.-Japan relations and U.S. policy in the Indo-Pacific• Draft research memos, presentations, reports, event summaries and other materials for program staff• Provide logistical and administrative support for program events and research projects• Perform other general tasks to support office functionsKNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:• Must be at least a college junior, graduate student, or recent graduate in Japan studies, International Affairs, or Political Science with a demonstrated interest in the Indo-Pacific region• At least a 3.0 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution• Eligible to work in the United States• Strong communication, research, and writing skills• Familiarity with Japanese foreign/defense policy and U.S.-Japan relations• Ability to conduct research using Japanese original sources• Ability to work independently and within a team• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple projects under tight deadlinesPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment.