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Position Opening in Nuclear Weapons Policy The nonpartisan, nonprofit Arms Control Association is seeking an experienced and dedicated nuclear weapons policy specialist for a full-time position in our Washington, D.C. office to help advance our efforts to reduce nuclear risks, reduce the role and cost of nuclear weapons, and jumpstart arms control diplomacy. We are seeking more senior candidates (with at least five years or more of professional experience in the field) for the position of director for disarmament policy/research director; we are also seeking more junior candidates (with at least two years of professional experience in the field) for a research assistant position. Based on our review of applications, only one position of one type will be filled at this time.
As a senior member of the policy team, they will oversee and contribute to ACA's research products and online information resources, reporting and editorial input for the organization’s monthly journal Arms Control Today, and, under the direction of the executive director, be responsible for carrying forward ACA's advocacy goals on priority nuclear weapons policy and disarmament issues. Candidates must have proven experience in relevant subject areas, strong written and oral communication skills, proven ability to execute multiple assignments under tight deadlines, excellent organizational and managerial skills, demonstrated research experience, and at least five years of professional experience in the nuclear nonproliferation, arms control, disarmament field. An advanced degree in a related field is not required but is a plus. Candidates must support the goals and the mission of the Arms Control Association. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Director for Disarmament Policy
Candidates must have strong written and oral communication skills, the ability to execute multiple assignments under tight deadlines, excellent organizational skills, demonstrated research skills, and at least two years of professional experience in the nuclear nonproliferation, arms control, and disarmament field. An advanced degree in a related field is not required but is a plus. Candidates must support the goals and the mission of the Arms Control Association. SALARY AND BENEFITS: Research Assistant TO APPLY The deadline for applications is Jan. 22, 2024. No phone calls, please. |
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