Program Coordinator / Research Assistant

Job ID:

304393 Program Coordinator / Research Assistant Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)

Location:

Washington, United States Apply by: 26 May 2026 Relevant Sectors Monitoring, Evaluation, Policy, Research, Analysis Program Coordinator/Research Assistant - Missile Defense Project The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 250 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe. The CSIS Missile Defense Project (MDP) is seeking a program coordinator / research assistant (PC/RA) to provide both administrative program support and to support its efforts to provide analysis on missile defense, long-range strike, and related strategic issues. The Missile Defense Project develops objective commentary, analysis, and multimedia research and hosts events related to these topics. This position supports all aspects of the project's activity. Because of the fast-paced work environment, candidates should be flexible and enjoy a wide variety of analytic and logistical work. The position is full-time. The expected start date is June 22, 2026. The minimum annual salary for this position is $57,000 - $58,000. Essential duties and responsibilities Essential functions include but are not limited to the following Office Administration & Management (70%)

• Organizes and coordinates logistics for program events including meetings, briefings, roundtables, public events, and conferences;
• Tracks and records project activity in support of project and proposal reporting;
• Monitors all financial transactions (revenue and expenses) for the program on a monthly basis;
• Manages external communications, including event invitations, for MDP events, projects, newsletters, and publications;
• Develop and execute social media campaigns across platforms to promote MDP events, reports, and other commentary;
• Assists with conceptualizing new project ideas;
• Assists with other administrative tasks as needed. Research, Writing, & Editing (30%)
• Supports the program's research agenda through research and writing, particularly on missile defense, long-range strike, and emerging military technologies;
• Contributes to research for the project's website, MissileThreat.

CSIS.org, such as producing new missile and missile defense profiles and maintaining public databases;

• Assists with data collection, management, and visualizations;
• Provides copyediting support for written publications. Knowledge, education, and experience Bachelor's degree required;
• Must have at least a 3.5 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from an accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a non-U.S. institution;
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills;
• Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple responsibilities under tight deadlines;
• Ability to work independently and cooperatively;
• Interest in missile defense, long-range strike, or strategic forces;
• Interest or experience in defense budget analysis, including data collection, management, and visualization is a plus;
• Experience in graphic design or illustrating software such as Canva is a plus;
• Experience with Salesforce, Pardot, Adaptive or other budget programming is a plus.

For complete job description and to apply, visit: https://careers.csis.org/opportunities/1776 HOW

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