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Research Support Associate 2
  • Job Number: 25328
  • Functional Area: Research - Social Science
  • Department: Center for International Studies
  • School Area: Humanities, Arts, & Social Sciences
  • Pay Range Minimum: $22.13
  • Pay Range Maximum: $29.80
  • Employment Type: Full-time (Hybrid)
  • Employment Category: Non-Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: No
  • Schedule:
  • Pay Grade: 4


Posting Description

RESEARCH SUPPORT ASSOCIATE 2, Center for International Studies, will assist with research on a wide variety of topics, working with CIS faculty and research scientists. Will compile literature reviews and maintain bibliographic databases, conduct case studies, and write memos; collect, clean, and analyze data; help design and field online surveys; provide feedback and assistance at all stages of research projects; and help to disseminate research findings; conduct research and writing for rapid response/ policy-related short pieces; and perform some general administrative duties, including updating of websites, processing expenses, working with UROPs, providing support for conference and working-group planning, and other miscellaneous tasks. Will participate in weekly Global Research and Policy Seminar. This is an ideal position for someone interested in gaining research experience in political science and potentially pursuing graduate study in a social science / policy-related field.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: High school diploma or its equivalent and good communication and organizational skills. PREFERRED: Knowledge of social science research and data collection methods (quantitative and qualitative); strong statistical analysis (Stata, R, Python) and data management (spreadsheets and databases) skills; GIS analysis skills; experience with Latex; interest in international studies; and an undergraduate degree in a social science or policy discipline.

Applicants should send a CV, cover letter, writing sample, two letters of recommendation, and academic transcripts.

This is a one-year position with the possibility of extension to two years.

This is a hybrid position and the RSA is expected to work in the office 3 days/ week during the academic semester.

The writing sample, letters of recommendation and academic transcripts can be emailed to cis-research@mit.edu.

Revised 12/2/2025