Fellow - Critical Minerals Security Program

WASHINGTON, DCPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from CSIS Middle East Program

• Job overview

  The Fellow - Critical Minerals Security Program at CSIS leads research and policy development to reduce supply chain vulnerabilities for key minerals, impacting national and economic security.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The Fellow will develop and execute research projects, author reports and policy briefs, lead events, engage with government and private sector stakeholders, and mentor junior staff.

• Compensation and benefits

  The salary range is $80,000-$120,000 based on experience, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition assistance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, military leave, paid holidays, sick and vacation leave.

• Experience and skills

  Requires 4-6 years of experience in mining-related policy, industry, research, or government, strong research and publication record, excellent communication skills, stakeholder relationship management, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

• Career development

  Opportunities include mentoring junior staff and leading high-profile projects, fostering professional growth in research and policy leadership.

• Work environment and culture

  CSIS values diversity and inclusion, offers a moderate noise office environment in Washington DC with hybrid work (3+ days in-office), and supports reasonable accommodations for disabilities.

• Company information

  CSIS is a bipartisan nonprofit public policy organization founded in 1962, with about 220 staff focused on global security and prosperity through research and policy analysis.

• Team overview

  The Fellow will join the Critical Minerals Security Program team, collaborating closely with the Director and engaging with external stakeholders across government, industry, academia, and media.

• Job location and travel

  Position is based in Washington DC headquarters with an expectation of being in-office at least three days per week.

• Application process

  Applicants must submit a résumé, cover letter, and salary requirements through the CSIS secure recruitment portal online.

• Unique job features

  The role offers the unique opportunity to influence policy at the intersection of critical minerals and national security, lead public events, and shape a growing research program.

Company overview

The CSIS Middle East Program is a division of the Center for Strategic and International Studies, a prominent Washington, D.C.-based think tank focused on global policy analysis and strategic issues. The program specializes in research, analysis, and policy recommendations related to political, economic, and security developments across the Middle East and North Africa. Funding comes from a mix of private donors, government grants, and corporate sponsors, supporting its events, publications, and expert commentary. Established as part of CSIS’s broader mission, the Middle East Program has played a key role in shaping U.S. and international policy discussions, often collaborating with policymakers, academics, and media. Candidates should be aware of the program’s reputation for nonpartisan, in-depth analysis and its influence in shaping informed debate on regional affairs.

How to land this job

• Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with mining-related policy, industry, or government work, emphasizing any research projects focused on critical minerals and supply chain vulnerabilities.

• Showcase your strong research background with examples of published reports, white papers, or policy briefs, and demonstrate your ability to work with both quantitative and qualitative data to support your analysis.

• Emphasize your communication skills by detailing your experience authoring high-quality deliverables and leading events such as conferences or panels relevant to national and economic security.

• Apply through multiple channels including the CSIS careers portal at careers.csis.org and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility for the Fellow position.

• Connect on LinkedIn with current CSIS Middle East Program staff or those involved in the Critical Minerals Security Program; use ice breakers like commenting on recent CSIS publications, asking about upcoming research priorities, or expressing enthusiasm for the program’s impact on policy.

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