Opportunities

OPEN FACULTY/STAFF POSITIONS AT THE PERRY CENTER

Serves as a cybersecurity / cyberdefense professor at the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies (WJPC) at the rank of Professor of Practice. The incumbent is a subject matter expert in cyber security policy and should have additional expertise in one or more of the following areas:

  • National security
  • Defense governance
  • Territorial security
  • Maritime security
  • Transnational and asymmetric threats
  • Defense sector governance
  • International law
  • Law enforcement
  • International relations
  • Acquisition
  • Defense economics
  • Financial management
  • Logistics
  • International peacekeeping and stability operations
  • Counter-terrorism

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    For more information about this position, and to apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/868398500

    Announcement number: DSCA-26-12955132-EB Control number: 868398500

Serves as an interdisciplinary professor at the William J. Perry Center for Hemispheric Defense Studies, at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, or Professor of Practice. The applicant is a subject matter expert in one or more of the following areas:

  • National security and strategy
  • Defense governance
  • Cybersecurity/cyber defense policy
  • International development
  • Human security
  • Maritime security
  • Human rights & rule of law
  • Humanitarian assistance/disaster relief (HA/DR)
  • Political science
  • Sociology
  • Public administration
  • International law
  • Law enforcement
  • International relations
  • Defense economics
  • Financial management
  • International peacekeeping and stability operations
  • Counter-terrorism

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For more information about this position, and to apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/867033000

Announcement number: DSCA-26-12948888-EB Control number: 867099000

The incumbent operates under the general direction and administrative guidance of the Dean of Academic Affairs, who assigns program responsibilities, provides administrative direction, defines success criteria, and directs research priorities. The role involves significant independence in supporting the WJPC mission.

  • Research
  • Engagement
  • Program Management
  • Liaising

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For more information about this position, and to apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/868245300

Announcement number: DSCA-26-12955235-EB Control number: 867099000

The Registrar evaluates policies and legislation that may affect the Center’s recruitment and admissions program. Develops, designs, and executes an innovative recruitment program and strategy with annual goals to increase student throughput that significantly impacts the Center’s ability to fulfill its mission.

Employs analytical and evaluative methodologies to determine future recruitment needs and facilitate recruitment programs. Provides data and strategy input in the area of participant recruitment and admissions for the Center’s Strategic Plan. Coordinates the nomination and admissions process with mid- to senior- level personnel at the Department of State, OSW, Joint Staff, SOUTHCOM, NORTHCOM, international and sub-regional organizations, as well as US Embassy officials in the respective countries.

Performs all duties and responsibilities relating to the processing of applications and nominations, including creating applicant packages for review and decision, notifying and updating all applicants on their status throughout the admissions process, and regularly communicating with selectees prior to their arrival to the course. Also provides explanations to inquiries on nomination and admissions procedures, and subsequent acceptance or rejection of participants to all Center programs. Recommends waivers of qualification criteria as warranted.

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For more information about this position, and to apply online, please visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/868095900

Announcement number: DSCA-26-12955035-EB
Control number: 868095900

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INTERNSHIPS AT THE PERRY CENTER

The Perry Center’s internship program is an opportunity for highly motivated undergraduate students, graduate students, and recent graduates to gain valuable experience working on defense and security issues affecting the Americas. Interns will work in a multilingual environment, regularly interacting with civilian and military officials from the Americas and other regions of the world. Interns will also have the opportunity to sit in on various lectures, courses, and professional development sessions hosted by the Perry Center and the National Defense University.

The Perry Center offers two types of internships: research and communications/multimedia. Applicants may apply to both internships if interested.

RESEARCH INTERNSHIP

The Perry Center is seeking research interns to support academic projects, publications, and courses related to security and defense in the Western Hemisphere. Research interns will work with Perry Center faculty members, supporting the Center’s mission to educate senior civilian and military officials, as well as inform US policy and DoD activities in the region.

Interns with USSOUTHCOM Commander Admiral Faller and Ambassador Ayalde
COMMUNICATIONS / MULTIMEDIA INTERNSHIP

The Chief of Strategic Communications is seeking a communications/multimedia intern who is full of creative ideas and eager to contribute on a large scale. The intern will assist with tasks related to public relations, marketing, and interagency coordination. Applicants must have excellent writing skills, demonstrate creativity, and understand the importance of clear, consistent communication.

Summer 2024 Intern Cohort
THE FINE PRINT
William J. Perry Center