Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 4 hours ago
Center for Global Security Research Postdoctoral Researcher
Livermore, CA, USA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$118K/yr - $118K/yrLawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for the Center for Global Security Research. This role involves conducting research on significant national security topics, collaborating with leading scientists, and contributing to the Center's multidisciplinary research environment.
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Responsibilities
Conduct research on politically significant national security topics in line with CGSR research thrust areas
Meet with your CGSR mentor at least once a month to review and refine your research topic, discuss project progress, and receive general career and intellectual guidance
Publish papers in external outlets such as peer-reviewed journals and/or via CGSR’s in-house publication options
Communicate and present research findings to different audiences, including the laboratory, U.S. policymakers, officials in allied countries, academia, think tanks, or at workshops and conferences
Lead or contribute to the organization and execution of CGSR workshops
Respond effectively to the needs of CGSR and other LLNL managers with timely, high quality, finished analyses for presentation or publication
Pursue independent (but complementary) research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally
Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals
Complete brief quarterly fellowship reports in which you describe your research, writing, and presentation activities during that period
Qualification
Required
PhD in Political Science, International Relations, the physical or life sciences, engineering, regional or area studies, or a related field
Experience researching, analyzing, and writing on one or more of the following subjects: nuclear deterrence, arms control, nonproliferation, emerging technologies, cybersecurity, biological & chemical security, regional studies, and energy security
Experience effectively conducting independent research, publishing papers (including publication of peer-reviewed literature), and presenting research findings via briefings, lectures, or general presentations
Ability to work effectively both individually and in a team environment to achieve results in a timely manner
Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information
Attention to detail, rigorous logic skills, and familiarization with advanced analytic tools and methodologies
Benefits
Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
Company
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, a national security laboratory, provides transformational solutions to national security challenges.
Founded in 1952
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$11.4MKey Investors
ARPA-EUS Department of EnergyDARPA
2023-11-21Grant
2023-08-14Grant
2022-09-19Grant
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