Part-Time Research Assistant
Part-Time Research Assistant
American University
Washington, DC
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Department
School of International Service
Time Type
Part time
Work Modality
Union:
Excluded
Summary
Job Description:
Iran and US Policy Research Assistant: Research Assistant to support Professor Shadi Mokhtari's research project. Candidate must have strong background/ knowledge of Iranian and Iranian diaspora politics, social dynamics and social movements as well as Western states' policy and politics towards Iran. Candidate should have a degree in political science or related field.
Functions
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.
Other Details
American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
Department
School of International Service
Time Type
Part time
Work Modality
Union:
Excluded
Summary
Job Description:
Iran and US Policy Research Assistant: Research Assistant to support Professor Shadi Mokhtari's research project. Candidate must have strong background/ knowledge of Iranian and Iranian diaspora politics, social dynamics and social movements as well as Western states' policy and politics towards Iran. Candidate should have a degree in political science or related field.
Functions
- Position requires ability to undertake both scholarly and policy research pertaining to Iran and diaspora lobbying in Western countries.
- $17.50-$18.00 per hour.
- BA in Political Science or International Relations.
- Strong background/ knowledge of Iranian and Iranian diaspora politics, social dynamics and social movements as well as Western states' policy and politics towards Iran.
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.
Other Details
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
- Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- American University is an E-Verify employer.
American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
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