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

Position: Junior Research Specialist - Europe

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Falls Church, VA. (Remote within the Continental US but strong preference will be given to applicants located in the Washington, DC metropolitan area.)

About Us: Tesla Government Inc. (no affiliation with the automotive company) is a rapidly growing small business, located in Falls Church, Virginia. Founded in 2009, Tesla Government seeks to improve how government agencies manage and share information internally and with government and external partners. Our proven agile, outcome-oriented approach delivers results quickly, reducing risk and driving client success.

We offer Flex PTO, flexible work schedule, health benefits, 4% matching on 401k contributions, competitive compensation, and work from home (telework). We have a friendly, active work environment, and our projects make a difference.

The Role: Junior Research Specialists provide basic research and data services. These would include gathering data from open source outlets such as local media and international think-tanks to support larger research efforts and cover unfolding events. The researcher will work to uncover unique information and provide meaningful insights to customers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (proportional breakdowns of responsibilities vary):

• Compile Research and Data 

  • 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

• Establish and Maintain Data Standards and Collection Techniques

  • 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

• Support Automated Data Collection Efforts

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

Required Qualifications:

• 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 

Desired Qualifications:

• 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

To apply to this position, please submit:

• 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