Adjunct Research Staff Member - Global Dynamics and Intelligence Division (GDI)

Institute for Defense Analyses•Alexandria, VA

8d•$112,924 - $263,335

About The Position

Adjunct Research Analysts provide technical, scientific, and analytical expertise in support of IDA’s work requiring independent and objective research, test, study and analyses of national security issues and related national challenges, particularly those requiring extraordinary scientific and technical expertise. This position supports IDA’s role as a trusted and decisive contributor to answering crucial U.S. security and science and technology questions.

Requirements

Candidates must have a PhD or, Master’s degree plus 20 years of relevant experience.
Candidates must possess familiarity with the national security establishment and the IC, as well as strong all-source intelligence analytic skills, with previous military intelligence or national intelligence community experience, preferably at the leadership level.
Candidates must possess strong analytical skills in developing and implementing analytical methodologies and then fusing developed all-source information into clear and concise conclusions and recommendations. Such skills are to have been developed during successful, progressively more challenging assignments in the national security, military planning or intelligence communities.
Familiarity with DoD or IC planning, programming, and budgeting.
Strong interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills are required.
Demonstrated capacity for independent thought and sound judgment is required.
Ability to contribute effectively to a team approach to problem solving is required.
Travel may be required.
Candidates are required to have an active TS clearance and recent SCI Access (within the last six months/current SSBI). Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a regionally focused area of the world is desired.

Responsibilities

Researches, tests, studies, analyzes, hypothesizes, predicts, and/or evaluates issues within a project based on provided parameters, guidelines, and/or specifications of the project
Individually or in team, prepares reports documenting conclusions and/or findings; may present findings of the final report to task sponsor and/or select audience(s)
May be assigned as project leader to one or more projects to assist in and provide technical direction for project planning, requirements, budgetary objectives, and assignment of responsibility and authority
Works with other researchers and sponsors to identify, prioritize, and communicate emerging issues for IDA, its sponsors, and the community
Develops and sustains working relationships with sponsors to ensure that opportunities for further support and collaboration are surfaced

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including diverse health insurance options, generous 10% contribution to retirement, maternity/paternity leave, 20 days paid time off, and relocation reimbursement.
Mission-oriented work at a non-profit that supports and protects our warfighters
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) due to IDA's non-profit status.
Professional development including tuition reimbursement, internal and external trainings, and funding for researcher-pitched projects and publications.
A strong employee and corporate work-life balance, including options for flex time.
A brand-new facility located in Alexandria’s high-tech corridor in Potomac Yard; and close proximity to local dining and shopping.
Easy access to Potomac Yard Metro stop and Potomac Yard DASH bus stop. Employer contributes $315/month (IRS max) to commuter benefits.

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