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Defense and Security Expert

2 months ago


Santa Monica, California, United States RAND Full time
Job Overview

RAND is seeking a highly skilled Defense and Security Researcher to join our team. As a key member of our research team, you will be responsible for analyzing security and military policies, providing strategic and tactical advice to senior leaders, and leading research projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Formulate project ideas and work with potential project sponsors to gain support
  • Lead research and provide strategic and tactical advice to senior leaders, including in the Department of Defense
  • Develop new project ideas and gain support from potential sponsors
  • Mentor and develop junior staff members
  • Lead and direct multi-disciplinary teams
  • Set project standards and monitor progress
  • Communicate interim and final results to the RAND community and to policy-making audiences
Requirements

We are looking for a candidate with a Ph.D. or Master's degree with 5+ years of relevant research experience in one of the social or physical sciences or other discipline closely related to the topics outlined above. Experience in gaming, security cooperation, or force development is strongly preferred. A security clearance may be required for some projects, and U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

What We Offer

RAND offers a competitive salary range of $100,000 - $262,500, depending on experience and qualifications. We also provide strong benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off, and more. RAND is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.