Research Analysts will report to a CSET Research Area Lead and will be responsible for:
Collaborating with Research Fellows, other (Senior) Research Analysts, Data Scientists, and Center leadership to develop and execute research proposals.
Conducting analyses of data sets to derive insights and present findings in graphical and written formats.
Supporting research tasks like analyzing data and preparing appropriate data presentations, completing literature reviews, conducting research interviews, identifying and analyzing additional data and information sources from non-academic sources.
Contributing to and coauthoring written publications under the supervision of Research Leads.
Attending DC briefings and events and providing summaries to relevant staff.
Developing and helping to deliver presentations and briefs for policy-making audiences on topics related to emerging technologies, specifically, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), National Security, and associated policy considerations.
Monitoring trends and developments in AI, ML, and national security policy.
Supporting research with data-focused analytic tasks, such as identifying and evaluating data sources; preparing relevant datasets for analysis and executing appropriate analytic methodologies to extract
information from those datasets; and generating data presentations and graphics suitable for reports, briefs
and other CSET products with guidance from members of the Data Science Team
Supporting grant proposals and funder reports.
Contributing to CSET's organizational development, including contributing to internal working groups, seminars, and discussions.
Upholding CSET's mission, vision and values.
Additional duties as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications
Requirements
Job Overview
Important Note: Please visit CSET's career page for more detailed information on role responsibilities and application instructions.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
3+ years of demonstrated experience in research and policy analysis, including interpreting and visualizing data
Ability to carry on assigned tasks with limited supervision
Experience with Excel/Google Sheets (e,.g., pivot tables, vlookup)
Familiarity with at least one statistical analysis language/program like Python, R, STATA, SAS, or, SPSS (or equivalents)
Proficiency with office productivity tools like Google Docs, Microsoft Office, etc.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills
Motivated, enthusiastic and self-driven
Ability to work successfully in a collaborative matrixed/multi-disciplinary environment
Alignment with CSET's mission, values and culture
Ability to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Additional Qualifications
Our ideal applicant would have at least 1-2 of the following
Benefits
Vision insurance
Additional Information
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
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