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Cato Institute · 1 month ago

Research Associate – Center for Educational Freedom

positionWashington,DC,US
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$52K/yr - $52K/yr

Cato Institute is a public policy research organization dedicated to individual liberty and limited government. They are seeking a Research Associate to provide research, analytical, and writing support on education issues, contributing to policy analysis and assisting with various research products.

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Responsibilities

Support the research of the Center for Educational Freedom team
Conduct general research and data analysis
Help draft op-eds, reports, and other research products using original findings and peer-reviewed academic research
Edit, fact-check, and/or review various research products
Occasionally, co-author policy analyses, working papers, peer-reviewed academic papers, blog posts, and other empirical work
Occasionally, support the administrative and organizational needs of the team

Qualification

Research analysisData analysisWriting skillsExcel proficiencyLibertarian principlesEditing skillsOrganizational skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Degree in political science, economics, public policy, history, or sociology required
Proficiency with Excel required
No prior work experience required
An understanding of and commitment to Cato's libertarian values
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to work on multiple tasks both independently and as part of a collaborative team on a time-sensitive basis
Strong writing and editing skills and a strong commitment to accuracy
Experience and comfort in analyzing data
Ability and willingness to challenge and question ideas
Familiarity with basic free market and other libertarian principles and concepts

Preferred

Experience with Stata/R desirable
Evidence of good writing skills, with published blog posts, op-eds, or policy analyses preferred

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA)
Generous vacation and sick days
Paid parental leave
Employer-provided life and disability insurance
401(k) employer match
Transit/Parking benefits
Pet discount plan

Company

Cato Institute

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Promoting an American public policy based on individual liberty, limited government, free markets and peaceful international relations.
dateFounded in 1977
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Washington, District of Columbia, USA
people-size51-200 employees
web-link
http://www.cato.org/

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

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