Associate Director, Technology Leadership

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth original research, including tasks focused on technology-related research projects, including data collection, comparative/net assessments, geopolitical analysis, and technological capabilities evaluations.
• Independently, and as part of the Technology Leadership Directorate, monitor and analyze trends, developments, and emerging issues in relevant fields and areas of interest for SCSP and the team, and identify opportunities for additional research and analysis.
• Produce written products based on the above research and analysis, including drafting original reports, briefing documents, talking points, newsletters, opinion pieces, action plans, and other written products – individually or in coordination with one or more members of the research and analysis team.
• Collaborate with other panel research team members, as well as the operations, public affairs, and government affairs teams, to ensure advance preparation of materials needed for a variety of engagements, meetings, and events.
• Support and mentor panel research assistants in their research and analysis to ensure project deliverables meet requirements and deadlines.
• Ensure high quality and rigorous standards for research and analysis, including adherence to SCSP’s protocols and procedures for citation, writing style, and potential conflicts.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a STEM field, international relations, security studies, political science, or a related discipline.
• A master's degree is preferred.
• 2 to 5 years of research and analysis experience.
• Experience in relevant fields identified above is preferred.
• Self-starter with strong initiative, ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Expertise in defense-related research methodologies, geopolitical assessments, strategy development, and project management.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear and actionable insights for senior leadership and policymakers.
• Excellent research project management abilities.
• Ability to mentor panel research assistants.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey a variety of concepts to diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree in a STEM field, international relations, security studies, political science, or a related discipline.
• A master's degree is preferred.
• 2 to 5 years of research and analysis experience.
• Experience in relevant fields identified above is preferred.
• Self-starter with strong initiative, ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Expertise in defense-related research methodologies, geopolitical assessments, strategy development, and project management.
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear and actionable insights for senior leadership and policymakers.
• Excellent research project management abilities.
• Ability to mentor panel research assistants.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey a variety of concepts to diverse audiences.

Skills

• Research and analysis skills.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Geopolitical analysis.
• Trend monitoring and identification.
• Writing and report production.
• Project management.
• Mentoring and training.
• Communication and presentation skills.

Pay

$64,000 - $91,500 per year

Schedule

This is an in-person position at our headquarters in Arlington, VA.