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Reports to: Director of International Security
Department: International Security
Salary Range: £62,000 - £67,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
Location: London Office
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
About RUSI
The Royal United Services Institute (RUSI) is the world’s oldest and the UK’s leading defence and security think tank. Its mission is to inform, influence and enhance public debate on a safer and more stable world. RUSI is a research-led institute, producing independent, practical, and innovative analysis to address today’s complex challenges.
About the role
RUSI is seeking to engage a Senior Research Fellow, Russia and Eurasian Security as a full-time member of staff in London.
Main purpose of the role
The Senior Research Fellow will be part of the International Security research group and play a pivotal role on Russian and Eurasian issues across RUSI, including through delivery of existing research projects and business development to establish new ones, producing publications and other research products on Russia and Eurasia, and organising and managing events. The Research Fellow will play a leading role in developing the Evolving Security of Russia and Eurasia programme and will be expected to work closely with national and international media in response to current events. The Senior Research Fellow is responsible for coordinating with RUSI’s network of associate fellows covering the region and for proposing new associates.
Key tasks
The person appointed will be expected to:
The above lists of duties are not exhaustive. The post holder will be required to undertake such duties that may reasonably be expected within the scope and grade of the role.
Person Specification
Essential skills and experience:
Desirable skills and experience:
Our expectations
We expect all staff to abide by and promote our RUSI’s Vision and Values https://rusi.org/content/values and Equal Opportunities Statement
Benefits
*Depending on length of service
Application Process
To apply, please click on the apply button and follow the instructions.
Please note the sample of your written work and Cover Letter will need to be uploaded in one single document.
The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Monday 15th December 2025.
Please DO NOT submit multiple applications for this vacancy. We no longer accept applications to our recruitment mailbox, applications received in our mailbox will not be processed.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the closing date brought forward if needed. Early application is encouraged. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity and Values
At RUSI you will be appreciated and valued. Our stakeholders, transactions, and projects are international and diverse, so we work hard to create inclusive teams that support our efforts and each other. We are committed in promoting equality and diversity in our workforce and make it as diverse as the communities we serve. Our recruitment data helps us monitor the effectiveness of our recruitment practices in order that we can continue to improve on creating a more diverse workforce.
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If you have any questions, please contact hr@rusi.org