Fellow, Chinese Society and Political Economy | Asia Society

Fellow, Chinese Society and Political Economy

Position:             Fellow, Chinese Society and Political Economy

Location:            New York, hybrid or remote

Department:       Center for China Analysis (CCA)

Reports to:         CCA Co-Founder and Managing Director

FLSA Status:      Exempt

Job Type:            Full -Time

Compensation:   $95,000 - $105,000

SUMMARY:

The Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis (CCA) is looking for a Fellow for Chinese Society and Political Economy for a full-time position. In this role, you will have primary responsibility for CCA’s Chinese Society, Culture, and Education pillar. In close collaboration with the Managing Director, you will develop and manage the research and policy agenda for the pillar, aligning it with the organization’s overall strategic goals, and ensuring the quality of outputs and deliverables. You will also pursue your own writing and research to enhance CCA’s thought leadership and expand its coverage of key and emerging issues. In addition, you will help shape strategic communication initiatives designed to promote CCA’s work to a wider audience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Research Agenda Development and Management:

  • Collaborate with the Managing Director to establish and oversee the research agenda for the Chinese Society, Culture, and Education pillar.
  • Ensure the research agenda effectively addresses key issues, aligns with the center's mission and goals, and passes the three-set test of policy relevancy, talent capability within the center, and fundability/resource availability.

Research Team Leadership:

  • Lead and manage a research team for the pillar, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
  • Oversee the hiring and development of research assistants and other research staff.
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to the research team, ensuring high-quality research outputs.

Research Project Oversight:

  • Supervise the execution of research projects, including but not limited to issue papers and policy reports.
  • Create high-quality, engaging content tailored to specific platforms and audiences, and ensure that research outputs meet organizational quality standards and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field.

Fundraising and Capacity Building:

  • Engage in institutional partnership building and fundraising activities in coordination with CCA’s senior staff and development personnel, to support and expand our research and institutional capabilities.
  • Develop strategies to enhance the research and institutional capacity of CCA, ensuring the sustainability and impact of our endeavors.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Build and strengthen relationships and partnerships with CCA’s stakeholders including policymakers, academic institutions, think tanks, and industry leaders, to promote CCA’s work and foster collaborative relationships.

Research, Writing and Editorial work:

  • Pursue research, especially in the areas of Chinese society, culture, education, and political economy, and draft/edit engaging content for CCA’s diverse audiences to enhance the center's thought leadership.
  • Other writing and editorial duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • At least 10 years of progressively responsible experience, including at least 5 years in directly managing and leading research and policy initiatives with a focus on China. 
  • Professional experience participating in multidisciplinary, collaborative research, analysis, and policy development projects in this field.
  • Experience managing staff in a matrixed organization preferred; experience in non-profit management including strategy, administration, and communications a plus.
  • A master’s degree in economics, international relations/affairs, political science, public policy, sociology, or other related area required.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills. Fluency in English required. 
  • Proficiency in Chinese and on-the-ground experience in China a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Motivated and responsible team player.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary Range: $95,000 - $105,000

Compensation within this range is determined by skills, experience, and organizational equity.

Asia Society offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b)-retirement plan, numerous paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, self-development hours, and more. Please visit asiasociety.org/about/careers and click on “Employee Benefits” to view our full benefits summary.

Benefit package highlights:

  • An HRA plan (fully funded by the Asia Society) supplements our medical plan and covers the full annual deductible.
  • After 1 year of service (1,000 hours), the Asia Society contributes 6% of gross earnings to an eligible employee’s 403(b) account, regardless of whether the employee makes their own contributions.
  • The Asia Society offers Self-Development time off, including Self-Development Summer Fridays between July 4th and Labor Day.

ABOUT ASIA SOCIETY:

Founded in 1956, Asia Society’s purpose is to navigate shared futures for Asia and the world across policy, arts and culture, education, sustainability, business, and technology. We provide a platform for dialogue and encourage a diversity of views as we try to find the most effective ways forward. Headquartered in New York City, the organization has 16 Global Centers around the world.

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this role, all applicants must submit a completed application to: [email protected] 

A completed application must include:

  • Resume OR CV
  • Cover letter

Only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. Please regard your submission as received unless your email is bounced back.

Asia Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility in the workplace. Women and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.