Research Associate, North America Team
@ Gates Foundation

Washington, DC
$150,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 7 hours ago

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Overview

The Gates Foundation is the largest nonprofit fighting poverty, disease, and inequity worldwide. Our mission is to ensure that people everywhere can live healthy, productive lives. We value diversity and offer exceptional benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage, generous paid time off, and numerous employee community opportunities.

The Team

The Global Policy & Advocacy (GPA) division drives public policy debates and builds alliances to support our global mission. The North America Team focuses on policy, advocacy, communications, and government relations within the United States, Canada, and the United Nations.

Your Role

As a Research Associate, you will manage project planning and execution to improve business processes and support team functions. You will provide research, analytics, project management, and knowledge management support to cross-divisional strategic initiatives. This 12-month limited-term position is based in Washington, DC or Seattle, WA (relocation not provided).

What You'll Do

  • Collaborate with the Deputy Director and program officers.
  • Manage multiple projects with tight timelines.
  • Provide detailed research and analysis to support decision-making.
  • Coordinate inputs and track progress across deliverables.
  • Support an inclusive culture by modeling positive behaviors.

Your Experience

A bachelor’s degree, advanced project management, and strong analytical and communication skills are required. Experience managing complex projects in a matrixed organization is essential. Legal work eligibility without visa sponsorship is mandatory.

Compensation

The salary range for this role varies by location, with competitive pay aligned with market differences and candidate expertise.

Additional Information

Employment is contingent upon a background check. Candidate accommodations are available upon request. The Gates Foundation is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all employment practices.

Key skills/competency

  • research
  • analysis
  • project management
  • policy
  • advocacy
  • data integrity
  • stakeholder management
  • communication
  • strategy
  • diversity

How to Get Hired at Gates Foundation

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight project management and analysis skills.
  • Research Gates Foundation: Understand their mission and global impact.
  • Emphasize relevant experience: Include nonprofit and policy roles.
  • Prepare for behavioral interviews: Demonstrate teamwork and time management.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Study research methods and data analysis techniques
Review project management tool tutorials
Practice data visualization exercises
Understand nonprofit policy advocacy methods

Behavioral Questions

Describe conflict resolution experiences
Explain time management strategies
Discuss stakeholder collaboration examples
Share adaptability in challenging projects

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