VCDNP Postdoctoral Fellow- Center for Nonproliferation Studies.

Organization:
James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS), Monterey Institute of International Studies
Link:
http://vcdnp.org/job_postdoctoral_fellow.htm
Location:
Vienna, Austria
Salary:
unpaid
Education:
Postdoctoral

Position Summary:

The Vienna Center for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation (VCDNP), an international non-governmental organization based in Vienna, Austria, was opened in Spring 2011. Its mission is to facilitate result-oriented dialogue among national governments, international organizations, and civil society on nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation and to conduct research, education and training programs on these issues. The VCDNP is managed by the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS) at the Monterey Institute of International Studies (a graduate school of Middlebury College), USA.

The VCDNP invites applications for its postdoctoral/sabbatical fellowship program (unpaid). During his/her year in residence, the fellow will be expected to: (1) conduct research and publish/prepare for publication a significant work in the field of nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation or related field and (2) contribute to ongoing research and programmatic activities at VCDNP.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research projects in the area of nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation and other relevant topics and publish/prepare a substantial manuscript for publication.
  • Publish articles and op-eds on non-proliferation issues.
  • Give lectures or briefings on disarmament and non-proliferation topics to practitioners participating in the VCDNP programs, visitors to the Center, interns, and others.
  • Assist with ongoing Center projects.
  • Present research results at conferences and workshops.

Application Instructions:

To apply, please submit a resume or C.V., cover letter, a 3-5 page research project proposal, three letters of recommendations, writing samples, and other supporting documents you wish to include. Please note that application materials must be sent electronically to: info@vcdnp.org.