Cato Institute

Research Analyst

• Support the research of the senior members of the immigration team (80-90%) as well as other departments on an as-needed basis (10-20%).
• Gather, clean, and format datasets from numerous sources, such as the Current Population Survey, American Community Survey, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Survey of Income and Program Participation, and others.
• Help prepare presentable statistical output in the form of figures and tables for other members of the Cato team.
• Efficiently and accurately proofread or update policy reports, blog posts, and other written content.
• Replicate statistical findings from academic research, policy analyses and government reports.
• Potentially co-author policy analyses, working papers, blog posts, and other empirical work with members of the Cato immigration team.

Research Associate – Immigration Policy

Administration

• Perform advanced administrative duties as required to support the Vice President for International Studies and the Isaiah Berlin Chair in Liberal Thought.
• Manage online approval systems for expenses, reimbursement, and travel.
• Coordinate and organize meetings with internal and external parties by preparing materials and presentations, reserving space, and obtaining necessary resources.
• Maintain standard operating practices, share company policy updates, and serve as a subject matter expert and valuable resource for the department.
• Coordinate with the team to facilitate the digital and physical distribution of Cato materials, both internally and externally (e.g., books, mailers, newsletters, etc.).
• Train new staff in the essential functions of the department and manage interns.
• Work with existing staff to ensure Cato-wide coordination of the Institute’s efforts.
• Support department colleagues and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Provide expert support to the department by formatting, editing, and fact-checking manuscripts to ensure high-quality standards.
• Develop impactful messaging and materials to maximize the impact of the scholar’s work and communicate the department's objectives to internal and external stakeholders.
• Plan and execute events (policy forums, Hill briefings, book forums, conferences, policy salons) by collaborating with the Conference and the Government’s Affairs teams.
• Conduct extensive research and in-depth analysis to support the department scholars, ensuring relevance, accuracy, and actionable insights.
• Oversee and contribute to social media accounts and newsletter distributions.
• Track and contribute to the department’s output, including studies, articles, op-eds, blog posts, media appearances (broadcast, podcast), etc.
• English to Spanish translation.

Program Administrator – International Studies

Director

• Build and maintain relationships with policymakers on Capitol Hill, with a special emphasis on the House and Senate Judiciary and Commerce Committees, and within the Executive Branch.
• Identify, create, and assist with opportunities for Cato scholars to provide testimonies, statements for the record, and other high-impact opportunities.
• Track and advise Cato scholars and staff on ongoing and emerging dynamics on Capitol Hill and within the Administration to ensure Cato’s maximum impact on policy.
• Devise, recommend, and execute engagement strategies (in coordination with relevant Cato policy staff) for the issue portfolio to positively influence the policy debate.
• Oversee distribution of Cato scholarship to Capitol Hill and Administration audiences.
• Work with existing federal affairs staff to ensure Cato-wide coordination of the Institute’s efforts.
• Exercise exceptional judgment to protect and enhance Cato’s reputation for excellence, integrity, and dedication to principle.

Research Associate – Immigration Policy

Program Administrator – International Studies

Director of Government Affairs