Research Assistantship Opportunity (Special Projects)- (Advancing Inclusive Prosperity + Resilience)(REMOTE)

Overview

We are seeking a doctoral student Research Assistant to support writing, publication, and applied research efforts focused on public scholarship, policy-relevant analysis, and place-based inquiry. This role is ideal for a PhD candidate who is an exceptional writer, highly detail-oriented, and interested in contributing to real-world impact through public-facing and academic work.

The Research Assistant will play a critical role in editing, tailoring, and submitting Op-Eds and journal-bound pieces, contributing to Global Disruptors briefs, and assisting with targeted research across prioritized locales.

This position is well-suited for doctoral students seeking experience in publication pipelines, translational scholarship, and applied research production.

Core Responsibilities

• Op-Ed Development & Submission Support
• Revise and refine Op-Eds drafted by the principal investigator
• Tailor Op-Eds to meet specific outlet submission requirements, tone, and audience
• Assess publication fit and positioning for each Op-Ed
• Support submission, follow-up, and resubmission processes
• Target outcome: Support the publication of 5–6 Op-Eds during the placement period
• Journal & Academic Publication Support
• Review draft academic or journal-oriented pieces for:
  • Adherence to journal submission requirements
  • Structural coherence, clarity, and argument strength
• Support revisions and resubmissions based on editorial or reviewer guidance
• Track publication requirements, timelines, and formatting standards
• Target outcome: Support 2–3 journal or academic approvals during the placement

Global Disruptors Briefs

• Contribute substantively to Global Disruptors briefs by:
  • Expanding analysis for prioritized geographic locales
  • Integrating literature, data, and contextual insight
  • Supporting synthesis across policy, social, and economic dimensions
• Assist with sharpening narratives and analytic framing for decision-maker audiences

Additional Research Support

• Conduct targeted literature reviews and background research as needed
• Support synthesis, fact-checking, and citation management
• Assist with other research tasks aligned with project priorities

Required Qualifications

• Current doctoral student (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, public policy, planning, education, public health, humanities, or related disciplines)
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, with demonstrated ability to adapt writing for different audiences (public-facing and academic)
• Strong familiarity with academic publishing norms and submission processes
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and handle multiple drafts concurrently

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit:

• A brief statement of interest
• At least two (2) writing samples (academic, public scholarship, Op-Eds, or policy writing preferred)

Additional Notes

This role emphasizes applied scholarship, publication outcomes, and real-world impact. Candidates should be comfortable working iteratively, responding to feedback, and supporting high-quality written outputs under clear timelines.