[Bioundgrd] For Graduating Seniors: Job Opportunity

[Kathleen Long]

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>>>The Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation is seeking a 
>>>full-time Research Assistant to work in its Biological and 
>>>Chemical Weapons Control Program.  The Center is a not for profit 
>>>organization that conducts research and policy advocacy on issues 
>>>related to the proliferation of nuclear, biological and chemical 
>>>weapons.  The research assistant will work closely with the 
>>>Biological and Chemical Weapons Control Program Director and the 
>>>Center's Senior Science Fellow.  The position will offer time to 
>>>pursue an individual research project relevant to biological or 
>>>chemical weapons control.
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>>>Responsibilities include:
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>>>Attending Congressional hearings and participating in meetings of 
>>>the biodefense and arms control and non-proliferation communities
>>>Monitoring legislation relevant to biodefense and biological and 
>>>chemical weapons control
>>>Conducting research on various topics related to biological and 
>>>chemical weapons, including science and technology, weapons 
>>>proliferation and U.S. and international policy
>>>Preparing background reports and issue briefs in support of policy 
>>>proposals and initiatives
>>>Assisting in the preparation of press releases and other materials 
>>>for public distribution
>>>Helping maintain and update the Program website
>>>Helping organize meetings and other Program activities
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>>>Qualifications:
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>>>Undergraduate or Masters degree (life sciences strongly preferred, 
>>>some knowledge of biodefense or biological or chemical weapons 
>>>related issues is a plus)
>>>Skilled in research and data analysis methods
>>>Excellent writing and interpersonal skills, including an ability 
>>>to concisely convey complex information
>>>Strong computer skills, including the Microsoft Office suite of 
>>>software (knowledge of XHTML and CSS coding a plus)
>>>An ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
>>>An ability to work effectively in groups and individually
>>>An interest in science and national and international security policy
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>>>Salary: $30,000/year plus benefits
>>>Application Deadline: May 13, 2005
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>>>To apply, mail or email a cover letter, resume, writing sample, 
>>>and the names and contact information for two individuals who can 
>>>comment on your writing and research skills to:
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>>>Alan Pearson
>>>Biological and Chemical Weapons Control Program
>>>Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation
>>>322 4th Street, NE
>>>Washington, DC 20002
>>><mailto:apearson at armscontrolcenter.org>apearson at armscontrolcenter.org
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