Research Specialist - Middle East
Location: Remote
Compensation: Salary
Reviewed: Thu, Sep 17, 2026
This job expires in: 30 days
Job Summary
To support in-depth open source research and knowledge management, the full-time Research Specialist - Middle East will develop reports, manage user relationships, and organize information, with a strong preference for candidates located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area while working remotely within the Continental US.
Key responsibilities
- Develop reports from open source research and respond to user information needs
- Build and maintain relationships with users, providing briefings and training on online platforms
- Organize and manage extensive compilations of reports to enhance information accessibility
Required qualifications
- BA/BS in foreign affairs, international security, area studies, political science, or a related field, or military experience
- Experience in international relations, strategic competition, or governance issues
- Fluent in English with strong fact-checking skills
- US citizenship and ability to acquire a security clearance
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex information into clear reports
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