CEPR Position Opening: Outreach and Research Associate

The Center for Economic and Policy Research, a Washington DC Think Tank, seeks a qualified individual who can assist CEPR’s Co-Director with outreach, research and administrative support. This is a full-time position with the possibility of flexible or remote work schedules. Our organization consists of forty staff, including economists, policy experts, communications and other professionals who conduct research on, and help educate the public about, economic and foreign policy.

Job description: Applicants should have excellent writing and editing skills, intellectual curiosity as well as some knowledge of the policy issues that CEPR focuses on, and a passion for economic and social justice. In addition, applicants should be proactive, good at problem solving, have strong interpersonal abilities and be able to operate in a fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate will possess most or all of the following qualifications. However, CEPR will consider strong candidates whose experience and capabilities are roughly equivalent.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Superior writing and communication skills
• Ability to conduct research projects independently
• Some knowledge of contemporary economic issues
• Fluency in Spanish a plus

Compensation: CEPR offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package. The minimum starting salary is $61,546 annually; however, the actual salary can be as much as $100,000 depending on experience and qualifications. This position will be represented by the Nonprofit Professional Employees Union (NPEU).

Closing Date of Position: This position will remain open until filled. Please do not call.

To Apply: Apply directly on Idealist, or send the following, in a single PDF file, to ceproutreachhiring@gmail.com with the subject line “Outreach Associate”:

1. a cover letter
2. a resume
3. a writing sample

Please do not submit additional information apart from the items listed above. If you have any questions, please email ceproutreachhiring@gmail.com. Absolutely no calls.

CEPR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or sexual expression and identity. We actively welcome applications from people of color, women, and LGBTQ candidates.