Job Opportunity
Fellow/Senior Fellow, Energy & Climate
Position Title: Fellow/Senior Fellow Areas of Focus: Energy & Climate Start Date: March 2025 (Full-Time)
Location: Washington, D.C. Application Deadline: February 14, 2025
About ORF America
The Observer Research Foundation America (ORF America) was established in 2020 as an independent, non-partisan public policy institute based in Washington, DC. It is an overseas affiliate of the Observer Research Foundation, India’s premier non-government think tank. ORF America produces research and commentary and convenes policymakers and thought leaders on global affairs, with a particular focus on relations between the developed and developing worlds and between India and the Americas. Its areas of focus include strategic and security affairs, technology policy, energy and sustainability, and economic policy. ORF America is an equal opportunity employer and hires staff without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability.
Job Summary
ORF America is seeking a full-time Fellow or Senior Fellow with prior work experience in the field of energy security, clean energy technologies, and sustainability to (i) conduct research on energy security, clean energy technologies, and sustainability, (ii) contribute analyses and commentary on related issues, and (iii) manage policy dialogues related to energy and the environment. The Fellow/Senior Fellow will report to the Executive Director and work closely with a small team at ORF America in Washington DC, as well as colleagues at ORF’s centers in India and the Middle East.
Qualifications:
A professional or academic background in development, energy security, environmental studies, or a related field.
A Ph.D. in a related field of study or a master’s degree and five years of professional experience.
Fluency in both written and spoken English (additional language skills are a plus but are not required).
Strong research and analytical skills. Candidates should be able to conduct primary source research, offer insightful analysis, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data (experience with STATA or other statistical software is a plus but is not required).
Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously, both within a team and independently, with a keen attention to detail and oversee research program and research assistants.
Eligibility to work in the United States.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Conducting research on energy security, clean energy technologies, and sustainability.
Authoring both short- and long-form research reports and commentary on relevant subjects.
Managing policy dialogues on energy, and sustainability.
Writing grant proposals, funder reports, and managing relations with partners.
Compensation
ORF America offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. The salary range for this role is $100,000-$130,000.
Benefits: Healthcare (medical, dental, vision), 403(b), life insurance (basic), short and long-term disability, and a generous paid time off policy.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to orfamerica@orfamerica.org in a single PDF file. Please include: “Job Application: Fellow/Energy & Climate Program” in the subject line. ORF America will contact only those candidates who are extended an interview.
Applications will only be accepted through February 14. We encourage interested candidates to apply early as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.