Defense Research Analyst (Mandarin Required)
Defense Research Analyst (Mandarin Required)
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BluePath Labs is a fastgrowing research and management consulting company focused on the challenging research problems for both government and private sector clients. BluePath is looking for at least one (1) Defense Research Analyst to support opensource research in Chinas defense and military sectors. Candidates must be a U.S. citizen to apply.
The Research Analysts must be able to read translate and analyze source documents and publications in Mandarin. There is no specific undergraduate or graduate degree major requirement but there is a preference for candidates with previous technical analysis of the Chinese aerospace and defense sectors. For background the candidate can see a compilation of our previous projects: This position also provides the opportunity to contribute regularly to The China Intelligence publication in partnership with DefenseOne and Peter Singer.
The Research Analyst will work with a dynamic and accomplished team on data collection developing a keyword searchable database and reference system and supporting research analysis. The position is primarily remote. If/when there is a return to the office our team may meet once a week at BluePath offices near Foggy Bottom at 2101 L ST NW Washington D.C. This is a fulltime salaried position with competitive benefits.
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Data collection and analysis
- Opensource research
- Document summarization
- Database development
- Technical writing and editing
Required Qualifications:
- B.A. or M.A.
- U.S. citizen
- Strong Mandarin reading and translating skills. (ILR 2 DLPT 3 HSK 5 or higher for reading and writing is required)
- Intellectually curious with strong attention to detail.
- Personal initiative and drive.
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight while meeting weekly goals.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and other database products.
- Coding skills for data visualizations.
- Possess a relevant graduate degree or PhD.
- ILR 3 for Reading/Writing or HSK 6.
- Previous research and data collection with Mandarin publications.
- Previous research and technical analysis of Chinese aerospace and/or defense sectors.
About BluePath
BluePath Labs combines mission and business insights with advanced technologies to deliver measurable performance improvements for our clients. BluePath is dedicated to surpassing client expectations by always living by our core values of integrity professionalism and resilience. BluePaths extensive experience in Government Military Commercial and Academic environments is unique among small businesses and a core differentiator of our solutions. Our multidisciplinary background allows us to solve diverse and complex problems. Most importantly we work closely with our clients to frame problems correctly optimize processes leverage technologies and implement enduring solutions. Labs are where ideas are born experiments occur and breakthroughs happen. It is the hallmark of BluePaths culture.
is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
