Research Assistant, Market Shaping Accelerator
Center for Global DevelopmentWashington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted September 26, 2025
54340 - 58000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
The Center for Global Development is a non-partisan research organization based in Washington, D.C. and London, dedicated to reducing global poverty and inequality through independent policy analysis in areas such as global health, migration, displacement, humanitarian policy, sustainable development finance, technology, education, gender equality, energy, and financial inclusion. CGD's commitment to transparency, diversity, mutual respect, and a collegial work environment makes it a distinctive player in the field of international development.
Job Description
The Market Shaping Accelerator is a partnership between Dartmouth and University of Chicago, led by prominent scholars, to catalyze the development of Advance Market Commitments and other market-shaping mechanisms. The role involves supporting research, proposing impactful initiatives, and engaging with policymakers, economists, and philanthropists to address global challenges like climate change and pandemic preparedness.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Economics or a related field
- Strong quantitative skills
- Programming experience (e.g., Stata, R, Python, or MATLAB)
- Excellent analytical and communication skills
- Ability to organize and manage multiple projects
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive medical, vision and dental benefits
- Employee retirement contribution
- Commuter benefits
