Job Details

HRC Oral History Fellow

Position Number: 6837517
Location: Washington, DC
Position Type: Liberal Arts - History

HRC Oral History Fellow
Georgetown University: Main Campus: Walsh School of Foreign Service

Location: Main Campus
Open Date: Jan 07, 2026
Deadline: Feb 01, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

Description
The Georgetown Institute for Women, Peace and Security (GIWPS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Research Fellow to support the Hillary Rodham Clinton (HRC) Oral History Project. The Project's goal is to create an authoritative archive of spoken recollections and reflections that serve as the first history of her tenure as Secretary of State, including the diplomatic, political, and humanitarian world in which she engaged.

The Research Fellow will work closely with the Project Director and collaborate with the Research Director to develop and execute the project. Responsibilities will include overall project management, coordination with key stakeholders, planning and conducting interviews including curation of briefing books, supervision of graduate student research assistants, development of educational materials, support for fundraising efforts, and other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will have research training that is applicable to oral histories, broad substantive expertise on U.S. foreign policy, and familiarity with the Hillary Doctrine and other efforts to integrate women into U.S. foreign policy, particularly during Secretary Clinton's tenure. Significant project management and archival research experience is essential.

GIWPS is a fast-paced research institution. The Research Fellow must be organized, manage time efficiently, meet multiple deadlines, and produce work on a tight turnaround. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who can work well independently and as part of a small team.

Duties and responsibilities of the Research Fellow include, but are not limited to:
Project Management

Develop a project work plan and timeline and coordinate activities in close
consultation with the Project Director and Research Coordinator.

Oversee the development of briefing books in advance of interviews, including the supervision of student research assistants. Determine briefing book themes, and curate final document selection.

Consult with the Project Director on the selection of interviewees and development of interview questions.

Participate in interviews, which may be virtual or require travel for in-person
meetings.

Oversee project staffing, including the recruitment of graduate students and
contractors as needed.

Ensure project activities are ethically conducted in accordance with confidentiality and intellectual property protocols.

Relationship Management

Serve as a key point of contact for the project and represent the project at internal and external meetings.

Liaise with key stakeholders, including the GU library, GU faculty, and the Clinton Presidential Library/HRC Archive.

Research and Writing

In collaboration with the Project Director, oversee the development of a series of case studies drawing on the project's research, aimed at an undergraduate or
graduate audience.

Fundraising and Budget Management

Work closely with Project Director to raise funds for the project, including
supporting with funding proposals and budget development.

Coordinate initiation of new funding with Director of Finance, Director of Research, and Executive Director, and GU Advancement team as needed.

Support budget management and donor reporting as needed.

Qualifications

Ph.D in history, political science, international relations, international development, sociology, or related field.

3 years of relevant professional experience, including significant project
management experience.

Substantive expertise on U.S. foreign policy broadly and familiarity with the Hillary Doctrine and other efforts to integrate women into U.S. foreign policy, particularly during Secretary Clinton's tenure.

Proven track record of conducting and communicating policy-relevant research and strong critical thinking skills.

Previous experience supervising junior colleagues and/or students is desirable.

Submission Guidelines
Applications should be submitted through Interfolio via this link: https://apply.interfolio.com/179822

Submission must packet include the following:

Cover letter describing your fit for the position

Contact information for three references.

The preferred start date is February 1, 2026. Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The successful applicant will be hired as a Georgetown University Research Fellow, which is a full-time non-tenure line faculty position with benefits. The initial contract will be for one year, with guaranteed funding for a second year, depending on performance. Future years are subject to available resources.

The projected salary for this position is $85,000. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

Qualifications

Application Instructions

For more information and to apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/179822

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.