Research Fellow – Geopolitics & Security
Lead research initiatives, author policy briefs, and support projects focused on West Asia, Middle East security architecture, and Indo-Pacific geopolitics.
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Careers at IDDF
Be part of a research and dialogue institute dedicated to global cooperation, strategic affairs, and peaceful international dialogue. We bring together scholars, policy practitioners, and analysts passionate about evidence-based diplomatic solutions.
Why Work With Us
A collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment committed to global policy impact.
Meaningful Impact
Contribute to policy research, high-level roundtables, and international diplomatic dialogue.
Learning & Growth
Engage directly with former ambassadors, senior professors, and West Asian scholars.
Diverse & Inclusive
Join a multidisciplinary network of scholars, analysts, and regional research specialists.
Collaborative Culture
A professional ecosystem emphasizing rigorous academic freedom and structured teamwork.
Open Positions
Current opportunities across our research centres and programmes.
Program Associate – Events & Outreach
Coordinate diplomatic dialogues, seminar logistics, international delegate outreach, and academic partnerships across partner think tanks.
Communications & Publications Officer
Oversee foundation publications, editorial proofing of working papers, website research portal management, and digital dissemination strategy.
Research Intern – Foreign Policy & CIWAD
Assist senior fellows in background research, data aggregation, literature reviews, and drafting conference summaries on international affairs.
Our Hiring Process
A transparent, merit-based 4-stage evaluation workflow.
1. Apply
Submit CV and brief statement.
2. Review
Editorial screening & vetting.
3. Interview
Discussion with senior faculty.
4. Decision
Formal onboarding & offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions regarding hiring cycles, fellowships, and internships.
IDDF primarily recruits research fellows, visiting scholars, editorial and communications managers, dialogue coordinators, and graduate research interns across international relations, security studies, and regional geopolitical programmes.
Yes, non-resident fellowships and select research internship tracks support hybrid and remote modes, depending on research requirements and project milestones. Core editorial and event staff operate primarily from our New Delhi centre.
Our review committee evaluates submissions on a rolling basis. Shortlisted candidates are typically contacted within 2 to 3 weeks following application receipt for preliminary interviews.