CGSR Research Associate Graduate - Spring 2027

LLNL•Livermore, CA

14h•$6,752 - $8,201•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Global Security Research (CGSR) at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking master’s and PhD students or recent graduates for a three to four-month research associate (RA) position in Spring 2027. RAs will conduct practical research on global security topics, supporting national security strategies and LLNL's mission. Research areas include nuclear deterrence, arms control, nonproliferation, emerging technologies, cybersecurity, space, biological & chemical security, and energy security. CGSR aims to explore strategic conflicts, enhance U.S. competitive positions, identify technically based security solutions, catalyze thinking on deterrence and stability, and develop new experts in the field. More information is available at https://cgsr.llnl.gov/. This job closes on October 19, 2026, and internships run from January 11, 2027, to May 21, 2027.

Requirements

Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and actively pursuing a graduate degree, or have recently completed a bachelor’s or master’s degree in a field of research aligned with CGSR analytic priorities. Areas of study include international relations and/or security, political science, economics, public policy, emerging technologies, nonproliferation, energy, biosecurity, foreign language studies, or related fields.
Demonstrated academic and/or professional achievement in a relevant field of research aligned with CGSR analytic priorities.
Strong record of independent research and publication, or a strong proposal of research to be done while at CGSR and in future academic and professional settings.
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct an independent research project on an agreed upon topic aligned with CGSR/LLNL research priorities.
Support CGSR/LLNL through contributions to ongoing research activities. Tasks may include contributing to literature reviews, annotated bibliographies, and workshop summary reports.
Provide analysis to ongoing work, involving a moderate to high degree of technical and analytic complexity.
Assist in the planning and execution of workshops to support CGSR research efforts.
Gather and analyze data and information in support of broader CGSR research efforts.
Participate in research planning and evaluation discussions with other members of the CGSR staff.
Attend relevant research seminars, speakers’ series, and workshops.
Present research to LLNL staff at end of the assignment.
Prepare end-of-assignment technical report or publication.
Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
Perform other duties as assigned.