

JOBS
OPEN SOURCE ANALYST
The Center for Advanced China Research (CACR), a Washington, DC-based nonprofit organization dedicated to open-source Chinese-language research, is hiring open source analysts. The analyst will leverage their Chinese-language skills to deduce policy-relevant insights on PRC politics and foreign affairs.
Job Summary:
Analysts will provide crucial research and analytical contributions for CACR’s regular reports and briefings on China’s politics and foreign policy as they relate to US-China relations. Ideal candidates possess professional experience working on topics related to China’s political system and foreign policy, excellent Chinese-language research skills, and excellent writing skills. They should feel comfortable working in a small-team setting and in public speaking roles. Duties are as follows:
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Conducting Chinese-language research using openly available sources on Chinese politics and foreign affairs
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Proactively contributing ideas and expertise to CACR’s reports and blog posts
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Producing and delivering presentations
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Contributing to further business development of CACR
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Performing a variety of other reasonable duties
Qualifications:
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Ability to complete research tasks efficiently through focused and undistracted work while working remotely.
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Possess an advanced degree in China/Asian/International Affairs and/or 3-5 years of experience working on China-related topics professionally.
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Native or advanced Chinese-language research skills. Ability to pass virtually administered and timed language assessment.
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Time living/working/studying in Mainland China.
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Track record of excellent analysis, writing, and communication skills.
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Discipline to conduct prolonged research for disparate pieces of information. Ability to approach research tasks creatively.
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Eligibility to work in the United States. Willingness to (eventually) relocate to the Washington, DC area.
Compensation/Schedule:
CACR provides an analyst compensation package that includes a competitive salary, health, dental, and vision plan coverage, 401k retirement savings plan with matching contributions, flexible work schedule, and paid-time off.
Application:
The entire package should be submitted as an email (in body): no email attachments will be reviewed. All applicants will be contacted about their application within two weeks of submission. Applicants must submit the following:
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One short paragraph explaining why the applicant is interested
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Resume
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A list of 3 references (including reference’s name, title, affiliation, email address, and phone number)
Please send all materials to:
David Gitter: dgitter@ccpwatch.org