Stanford University’s Center for International Security and Cooperation (CISAC) at the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FSI), has long been one of the nation’s leading research centers devoted to addressing issues at the intersection of science, technology, and international security. Through the production of policy-relevant research, teaching and training of the next generation of security scholars and leaders, and advice to and engagement with policy makers, CISAC creates knowledge to build a safer world.
POSITION SUMMARY:
% Time Duty and Responsibility Statements
40% Conducting policy-relevant research on international security, both individually and in collaboration with other scholars. 30% Co-teaching the CISAC undergraduate honors seminar, a highly selective year-long program designed to help Stanford seniors from all disciplines produce honors theses in international security. 15% Teaching a course in the Stanford Master’s in International Policy program, or co-teaching one of CISAC’s undergraduate survey courses. 5% Serving as a mentor to postdoctoral fellows at the Center as well as Stanford undergraduate and graduate students with related research interests. 10% Working closely in coordination with the Center Directors and with other researchers and faculty members within the Center and across campus to promote excellence in international security at Stanford University.CORE DUTIES:
The 5 year fixed term Research Scholar, who is expected to be in residence and to take part in Center activities throughout the academic year, will have responsibility for:
Conducting policy-relevant research on international security, both individually and in collaboration with other scholars. Co-teaching the CISAC undergraduate honors seminar, a highly selective year-long program designed to help Stanford seniors from all disciplines produce honors theses in international security. Teaching a course in the Stanford Master’s in International Policy program, or co-teaching one of CISAC’s undergraduate survey courses. Serving as a mentor to postdoctoral fellows at the Center as well as Stanford undergraduate and graduate students with related research interests. Working closely in coordination with the Center Directors and with other researchers and faculty members within the Center and across campus to promote excellence in international security at Stanford University.QUALIFICATIONS / MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
REQUIRED:
Background in issues related to international security with a demonstrated capacity for analytical and policy-relevant research in one or more of the following areas of interest: nuclear security, digital security, biosecurity, and environmental security. A PhD in relevant social science, science, or engineering discipline. An excellent publication record and/or evidence of outstanding potential for research and teaching. Well-developed conceptual and analytic skills and a proven ability to design and develop a program of independent research, courses, and outreach. Experience teaching undergraduate courses is a plus.The expected pay range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000 per annum.
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