Job Description
The Center for Global Development, an independent, non-partisan research organization, seeks a full-time, temporary Research Assistant for its Gender Equality and Inclusion program in the Washington, DC office. The Research Assistant will perform a range of project research, data analysis, policy analysis, administrative support and organizational duties.
The successful candidate will have strong quantitative skills and experience doing data cleaning, collation, and statistical analysis in Stata and/or other software packages. Strong analytical, writing, organizational and administrative skills will also be required, and the best candidates should demonstrate interest and research experience on policies and practices relating to international development. Experience in and an interest in gender equality and inclusion is a plus, but not a requirement.
Research Assistants are typically recent undergraduates with an interest in gaining research, policy, programmatic operations, and project management experience before going to graduate studies. Candidates with master's degrees may apply with the understanding they will accept an entry-level role that includes administrative responsibilities.
Note that this position is a temporary, fixed-term position for six months, from approximately late May to late November 2026. Responsibilities: - Review existing literature for ongoing research initiatives and projects.
- Help to draft policy papers, briefs, and blog posts.
- Conduct data analysis using Excel, STATA, or R; clean data sets, prepare tables, and make graphs to present results.
- Organize and attend meetings/conferences/other events related to research priorities.
- Provide administrative and programmatic support to include managing logistics for gender equality research-related activities; assisting with event and meeting organization, travel booking, expense documentation, and other administrative tasks as required.
- Perform other duties as necessary in support of senior research staff.
The successful candidate will likely have the following qualifications and skills: - Undergraduate degree in economics, development economics, public policy, research methods or related fields.
- Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
- A solid understanding of social research methods, particularly quantitative methods.
- Professionalism and comfort interfacing with senior stakeholders.
- Outstanding writing and other communication skills in English.
- A demonstrable interest in international development, global gender policy, women’s economic empowerment, or the care economy would be a plus.
- Solid research and data analysis skills using Excel, Stata, or R.
- Confidence and comfort working independently, in small groups, or interacting with senior staff.
- A positive attitude and great sense of humor.
Closing date: April 13th COB.
We are actively hiring for this position. Applicants are encourage to submit their application as soon as possible.
Salary range: $54,000 – $58,000 per annum. Pay commensurate with education, skillset, and experience.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a short writing sample (max 5 pages). Please also make sure to
specify relevant experience and skills as indicated above in your application.
The organization is working hybrid will all staff required to be in the office at least three days per week. CGD is registered to employ staff living in DC, Maryland, or Virginia. Candidates must be able to live and work in one of these locations to be considered.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document upon hire. CGD is unable to sponsor work authorization for this position. CGD/E is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and celebrates fostering a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive work environment. All persons will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, parental status, veteran status, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age or sexual orientation.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Fixed term contract, Work at office, Immediate start, 3 days per week