National Security Research Fellow

3 weeks ago


Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Foundation for Defense of Democracies Full time

As a Military Fellow in the Center on Military and Political Power (CMPP) at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies (FDD), you will have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research and analysis on defense strategies, policies, and capabilities.

FDD is a premier national security and foreign policy think tank, dedicated to independent research and analysis. Our team of experts provides critical insights to policymakers, academics, and the public on matters related to U.S. defense policy and strategy.

The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities:

  • Conducting research on defense strategies, policies, and capabilities;
  • Authoring or co-authoring publications on these topics;
  • Presenting research findings at conferences and events;
  • Collaborating with FDD staff to plan meetings and briefings;
  • Supporting daily research and work of CMPP;

FDD offers a competitive salary range of $90,000-$130,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.



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