Stanton Nuclear Security Senior Fellow

The major responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):

• Producing original written research on nuclear terrorism, nuclear proliferation, nuclear weapons, nuclear force posture, and as it relates to nuclear security, nuclear energy.
• Organizing and leading meetings on nuclear security issues.
• Collaborating with other CFR staff on institutional initiatives on nuclear security and foreign policy
• Participating in other CFR programs and activities.
• Working with CFR’s distinguished membership, including those with deep experience in nuclear security.
• Briefing administration officials, members of Congress, and others on research findings and recommendations.
• Educating the broader public through media interviews and public speaking.
• Developing fundraising proposals for the Council’s nuclear security work in collaboration with senior staff.

Qualifications:

Education

• PhD in a relevant field, or equivalent experience business, government, law, or the military.

Experience

• Demonstrated history and recent research and writing in the nuclear security area. Recent senior-level policy experience may substitute for recent research.
• Applicants must possess a strong record of professional achievement.
• An established record of thought leadership on nuclear issues.

Related Skills & Other Requirements

• Strong research, writing, and speaking skills.
• Experience collaborating with others, working in teams, and mentoring junior staff preferred.