China Analyst

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Diversity at RAND

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Position Description

RAND advises a variety of national security clients, including a wide array of DoD organizations, U.S. allies and partners, and foundations, on policy-level decisions relating to security, intelligence and military policy. Working on multi-disciplinary teams, project analysts apply quantitative and qualitative skills to analyze policy problems of national and international importance, and communicate the results of these analyses to decision-makers.

Qualifications

Applicants should have knowledge and demonstrable ability to analyze China-related security and defense policies, strategy, doctrine, and operations. All research positions at RAND require excellent analytic skills; the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; the ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; and a strong commitment to RAND's core values of quality and objectivity.

Education Requirements

MA/MS in political science, international studies, strategic studies, public policy, or a related field.

Experience

At least 1 year of relevant experience in security, defense or intelligence policy planning and analysis, preferably with the U.S. government and not including internships, is preferred. Applicants must have advanced Mandarin reading skills, and may be asked to take a RAND-sponsored language test to demonstrate that they have these skills.

Security Clearance

U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance. An active Secret or interim Secret clearance is preferred.

Writing Sample Required

Two writing samples are required for this position. Pieces that show rigorous use of evidence and logic which are either solo or lead authored are preferred.

Location

Washington, DC; Santa Monica, CA; Pittsburgh, PA

Salary Range: $52,000 - $143,900

Analyst I: $52,000 - $71,500

Analyst II: $62,400 - $85,800

Analyst III: $88,400 - $121,000

Analyst IV: $99,200 - $143,900

RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate's work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity.Successful candidates will be offered employment in a specific title, as determined by the candidate's education and experience. The salary range includes base pay plus RAND's sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet