Fellow
About The Position
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of some 275 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe. The Strategic Technologies Program seeks a highly motivated Fellow to play a key role in advancing the program’s research agenda that explores topics related to international technology policy issues and their impact on U.S. competitiveness and national security. Key areas of focus will include cybersecurity, biotechnology, quantum, surveillance and privacy, 5G and telecommunications, digital governance, and the role of technology in power and conflict. Established in 2001, the Strategic Technologies Program conducts research on the social, economic, and security challenges created by emerging technologies to inform effective policy solutions and best practices. The Fellow will be responsible for conducting independent research projects that aim to shape key policy debates and inform both public and private organizations. The Fellow will be expected to author and co-author policy and research reports in internal and external publications, as well as to develop and deliver research briefings and presentations to key stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have experience in research and policy development within a specific field of emerging technologies, as well as a strong interest in U.S. technology security and geopolitics.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a relevant field is required.
- At least 3-5 years of professional experience in international or public policy development, a technical role, or in any other related field is required.
- Expertise in one or more areas of technology, including AI, cybersecurity, biotechnology, and quantum.
- Experience working in industry, government, corporate strategy, or comparable sector.
- Self-starter with proven project management experience and ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Superior writing, editing, and analytical skills.
- Ability to interact with and respond to questions from a range of individuals with diverse interests, backgrounds, and dispositions from across a wide spectrum of views on foreign policy and national security.
- Candidate should possess sound judgment, an entrepreneurial attitude, and a creative outlook.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in executing a research agenda – publishing in national and international media and in academic journals is a plus.
- Substantive network in and connectivity to U.S. policy officials (U.S. agencies, executive branch, congressional members/staff) and influencers in the international affairs community is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and develop policy analysis to advance the Program’s research agenda.
- Write and publish reports, commentaries, articles, op-eds, and qualitative policy analysis to promote research findings and objectives.
- Synthesize large amounts of information, perform quantitative data analysis, and report results to diverse audiences.
- Contribute to the intellectual vitality of the Program by serving as a recognized expert in the field of international economic policy.
- Serve as an influential voice on a specific area of global technology policy, promoting the Program’s expert analysis with a diverse set of stakeholders, thought leaders, government executives, policymakers, journalists, and the general public.
- Represent CSIS as an expert at conferences, workshops, and other public speaking engagements, and donor and prospective donor engagements.
- Conceive and lead events, such as working groups, panels, and roundtables to advance the program’s research and analysis.
- Identify potential grant projects, research potential funders, and work with the Program Director in developing robust research proposals in line with the program’s priorities and research agenda.
- Cultivate and grow an excellent professional network and liaise with other organizations.
- Contribute to the thought leadership and strategic direction of the program.
- Work with and mentor research assistants and associates to produce research and facilitate their professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
