Junior Research Specialist - Europe (Falls Church, VA; St. Louis, MO)

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• Research English and foreign language media reporting and social media to compile datasets with a high-degree of attention to detail

• Work with research specialists to develop team and user situational awareness of developments in the region

• Coordinate projects with research specialists and team leads to tailor data to user information needs

• Update and maintain data structures so they continuously evolve to address the realities of the environment and meet the information needs of the data consumers

• Identify opportunities to automate data extraction and support implementation of AI and ML techniques
   

• Attention to detail

• High School diploma

• Experience studying or working on international relations, strategic competition, conflict, development, law enforcement, and/or governance issues

• Experience in social science research and data collection

• Fluency in English

• US citizen 

• BA/BS in foreign affairs, international security, area studies, political science, governmental studies, a related field or military experience

• Foreign language skills: Russian, Ukrainian, or other Eastern European language

• Familiarity with international relations in Europe

• Experience with Excel or Google Sheets

• Some familiarity with Python

• A resume

• A cover letter

• An academic or professional writing sample

Compensation: The expected initial salary for this role is $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 annually. Actual compensation may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge and skills, education, experience, certifications, geographic location, and organizational needs. Individual compensation will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to base salary, Tesla Government offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings options, paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development opportunities.

Tesla Government Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

This is a full time position