Conveniently located near the Oakland Airport, the Independent Institute is an award-winning, academic, non-partisan, public policy research and educational organization. We publish books and a quarterly journal, produce forums about issues in the news, and increasingly offer our materials in digital and visual media.
David J. Theroux Chair in Political Economy
As part of Independent’s commitment to excellence, continuous improvement and teamwork, the David J. Theroux Chair is responsible for ensuring that all research activities have intrinsic intellectual merit and would have a significant impact in the service of Independent’s mission to boldly advance peaceful, prosperous, and free societies, grounded in a commitment to human worth and dignity.
Development Coordinator/Assistant
The Independent Institute is seeking an organized and motivated person to join our team of Development professionals, providing critical support to ensure that the Independent Institute reaches our fundraising goals.
Housing and Homelessness Research Fellow
Independent is seeking applications for the new position of Research Fellow in Housing and Homelessness. The successful candidate will work from the Oakland headquarters and report to the Director of the Center on Entrepreneurial Innovation (COEI), which houses Independent’s housing and homelessness research program.
Social Media Manager/Coordinator
The Social Media Manager/Coordinator is responsible for planning and implementing Independent’s social media program, providing an exceptional experience for those who visit Independent’s social media sites. The Manager contributes to the development and implementation of Independent’s Strategic Plan and the department’s operational plan. The Manager is responsible for Independent’s social media plan, strategy, related organic and paid campaigns, messaging, calendars, and schedules for this work.
Marketing, Outreach, and Sales: Director/Manager/Coordinator
The Independent Institute is seeking talented individuals to lead Independent’s outward-facing promotion (apart from fundraising). The leadership team in this area develops and implements all marketing and social media plans and campaigns. The aim is to widen and deepen the audience for Independent’s ideas and publications, and to increase sales. Opportunities may be available at various levels, depending on the experience of the candidates.
Student Internships in Acquisitions, Donor Relations, Marketing, Communications, Publications, and Research are available year-round. Applications are now being accepted for upcoming quarters.
