I thought that this was interesting. This would be an excellent opportunity for anyone that is wanting to contribute to the study of Iraq and Iran. I think security contractors would make for great contributors to this kind of institute.
Plus, if you read the last Op-Ed piece in the Wall Street Journal, you can see what kind of group you would be contributing too. This is not a shooter job, but if you have an urge to tell the story accurately and would like to hang at home for awhile, something like this would be a good deal. These jobs do require some formal education though, but still, it would be a great opportunity if you are interested in this kind of work. –Head Jundi
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EMPLOYMENT
Research Analyst, Iran Project
The Institute for the Study of War publishes regular research reports on the Iraq conflict in order to inform policy makers and journalists in Washington, DC, as well as the general public. ISW is expanding its research, education, and publishing plan to Iranian foreign policy and military activity throughout the Middle East, a natural outgrowth of its research on Iraq. ISW aims to develop a comprehensive description of Iranian behavior in Iraq and related theaters in order to understand enemy objectives, predict trends, identify decision points in Iranian and U.S. policy, and influence U.S. policy based on this information. ISW will produce four or five long research reports about Iranian policy in 2008, as well as shorter publications aimed specifically at the policy debate: backgrounders, graphics, timelines, and fact sheets. ISW will expand its program of public events and private roundtables to share its Iran research.
The Research Analyst, Iran Project, is expected to conduct research in support of ISW’s research agenda; to work alongside other members of the research staff to analyze complex topics; write research reports for ISW to publish via its website; assist with editing, documenting, and preparing graphics and supporting materials for products of the Institute; assist with the planning, preparation, and execution of public events and private briefings of employees of the Institute; conduct other activities in support of Institute projects.
The Research Analyst at the Iran Project will have the following qualifications:
1. A Bachelor’s degree in a field of study related to the ISW’s core mission and research agenda. A Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.2. The ability to read modern Farsi or Arabic language materials and to conduct research in one of those languages.3. Excellent writing skills, proven independent research skills, and the ability to collaborate on research projects.4. The dedication and drive to produce policy-relevant research in a timely manner.5. Interest in and enthusiasm for ISW’s research agenda and mission.
The Research Analyst reports to the President and Research Manager.
This position is available immediately, and applications will be considered on a rolling basis. To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a CV, and an academic/professional writing sample to Marisa Cochrane, Research Manager, at mcochrane@understandingwar.org.
Research Assistant, Iraq Project
The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) seeks a full-time Research Assistant for the Iraq Project, the Institute’s flagship program. ISW publishes regular research reports on the Iraq conflict in order to inform policy makers and journalists in Washington, DC, as well as the general public.
The Research Assistant for the Iraq Project is expected to conduct research in support of the Institute’s research agenda; to work alongside other members of the research staff to analyze complex topics; to assist in the writing and production of research reports for ISW to publish via its website; to assist with the production of a short video documentary on dynamics in Iraq during the Surge; to assist with editing, documenting, and preparing graphics and supporting materials for products of the Institute; to assist with the planning, preparation, and execution of public events and private briefings of employees of the Institute; and to conduct other activities in support of Institute projects.