The Albanian Institute for International Studies (AIIS) is looking for two Researchers.

Responsibilities:

Drafting policy and academic papers on security, transition to democracy, European Union and NATO integration and economic development issues; drafting project proposals; conduct fieldwork and write final reports on projects dealing with the above-mentioned issues; Ad-hoc administrative and other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

The successful candidates must meet the following requirements:

- A diploma from a Western university, preferably in one of the following fields of study: political science, international relations or economics. However, AIIS encourages candidates that have completed their studies in other social sciences to apply as well.

- A Master's degree is preferred, but it is not a must. However, the quality of work that is expected from the candidate will be quite high, and a Master's degree would be quite helpful in this regard.

- Excellent knowledge of both English and Albanian. The successful candidate must have excellent research and writing skills in both languages. A good knowledge of another language is preferred but not necessary for this position.

Please forward a resume, cover letter, and a small writing sample by e-mail to aiis@aiis-albania.org
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted by AIIS for an interview.

The deadline for applications is October 25th, 2009.