Human Rights Watch is known for its impartial and reliable reporting and its innovative and high-profile advocacy campaigns. The arms researcher will conduct research and advocacy on a range of issues, including the arms trade, weapons development, weapons identification, weapons use, and arms control mechanisms as these relate to human rights concerns. The researcher will be based preferably in HRW's Washington, D.C. office and he or she should be prepared to spend periods of time traveling. A degree in strategic studies, international relations, journalism, the social sciences, or substantial experience in these or other related fields is required. Candidates should be intimately familiar with international security issues and have some relevant prior work experience.
Investigative experience is highly desirable.
The ideal candidate will be creative and highly motivated, well-organized, and able to work quickly and well under pressure both independently and as a member of a team. Negotiable, depending on experience. Human Rights Watch offers an excellent package of benefits, including employer-paid medical, dental and life insurance, an outstanding pension plan, and twenty days of vacation per year. Human Rights Watch is an equal opportunity employer.