Stanton Nuclear Security Senior Fellow

Overview

The David Rockefeller Studies Program at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is seeking to hire a Stanton Nuclear Security Senior Fellow. The fellow will be expected to conduct original research on nuclear security policy, which includes nuclear terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and nuclear weapons, and as it relates to nuclear security, nuclear energy. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an individual looking to shape new thinking and creative policy solutions on the spread of nuclear weapons to unstable and hostile states, the collapse of arms control and risk of conflict between nuclear-armed nations, the importance of nuclear weapons in great power competition, and the impact of new technologies such as AI and quantum on the nuclear balance.

Position Summary

• 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.

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. 

Required Application Materials

Please submit a résumé and cover letter stating your interest in the position.

 

Compensation and Benefits

The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $200,000 – $234,000 depending on experience.

 

In addition to competitive salaries, the Council on Foreign Relations offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today, including an award-winning health and wellness program, an on-site fitness center, and generous leave policies and health insurance programs.

About CFR

Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is a leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher, with headquarters in New York, an office in Washington, DC, and programs nationwide. It is dedicated to increasing America's understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. CFR's 5,000+ members are leaders in international affairs and foreign policy. CFR also publishes Foreign Affairs, the preeminent magazine on global issues, and provides up-to-date information about the world and U.S. foreign policy on its award-winning website, CFR.org.

 

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