Center for Global Security Research Student Intern, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (Livermore, CA)

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Center for Global Security Research (CGSR) was established at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) in 1996 to bring together experts from the science, technology, and policy communities to address pressing national security challenges. For over 20 years, CGSR has engaged diverse perspectives on topics important to national security, deterrence, diplomacy, dual-use technology, arms control, nonproliferation, peacekeeping, cyber defense and energy security.

We have openings for undergraduate students to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. As a CGSR Research Assistant, you may conduct research to support United States (US) policy and decision makers in developing strategies for national and international security. Relevant fields of research include nuclear engineering, computational sciences, materials science and engineering, biological sciences, chemistry, cyber security, interactive data mining, political science, and international relations.

Responsibilities may include:

– Gather and analyze the data or information in support of ongoing research.
– Communicate research project(s), document work, and have technical knowledge based on the level of education.

We have openings for recent graduates and graduate students to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. As a CGSR Research Assistant, you may conduct research to support United States (US) policy and decision makers in developing strategies for national and international security. Relevant fields of research include nuclear engineering, computational sciences, materials science and engineering, biological sciences, chemistry, cyber security, interactive data mining, political science, and international relations.

Responsibilities may include:

– Gather and analyze the data or information in support of ongoing research.
– Communicate research project(s), document work, and have technical knowledge based on the level of education.
– Perform technical assignments of a basic degree of complexity and provide advanced technical support to laboratory staff in research and development projects.
– Perform other duties as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

For undergraduates:

– Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and actively pursuing an undergraduate degree in Mathematics, Bio-engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Computer Science, Physical Science, Political Science, or International Relations.
– Ability to apply basic and scientific approaches to problem-solving (plan, analyze and execute).
– Demonstrated effective communication skills.
– Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
– Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
– Ability to work in a team environment.

For graduates:

– Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university and actively pursuing a graduate degree or have recently earned a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree within one year of application in Mathematics, Bio-engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Computer Science, Physical Science, Political Science, or International Relations.
– Demonstrated effective communication skills.
– Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
– Experience working with personal computers and familiarity with Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
– Demonstrated academic achievement in Mathematics, Bio-engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Psychology, Computer Science, Political Science or International Relations.
– Experience applying basic engineering or scientific principles to solve technical problems.
– Ability to work in a team environment.

HOW TO APPLY

Application deadline: March 13, 2020

Undergraduates click here.

Graduates click here.