Senior Fellow, AI Policy & Competition Economics

Center for a New American Security; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D

Disability insurance & 403(b)

Job summary

The Center for a New American Security seeks a Fellow or Senior Fellow to lead a new research program on competition policy and artificial intelligence (AI). The role blends rigorous economics, law, and policy analysis to assess how current frameworks fit AI advances and to craft implementable recommendations.

You will join CNAS’s Energy, Economics, and Security Program and CNAS AI Policy Lab, directing research agendas, engaging policymakers, and shaping public dialogue with international

Qualifications

• Intellectual interest in policy issues at the intersection of economics, national security, law and regulatory policy, and AI.
• Demonstrated track record of policy-related publications or other indicator of strong policy expertise.
• Understanding of government policy processes and how to work within these processes to enact positive policy change.
• Established networks in relevant sectors.
• Sound and balanced judgment in navigating ideologically charged policy debates to advance evidence-based, pragmatic policy recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects independently, including strong problem-solving skills and initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, including government officials, media, private sector stakeholders, peer researchers, and junior staff.
• Commitment to CNAS’s mission of developing the next generation of national security leaders through training and mentoring junior staff.
• Legal right to work in the United States.
• Advanced degree in law, economics, public policy, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a research agenda on potential economic and national security impacts of competition policy on AI, coordinating with CNAS programs.
• Conduct original research and policy analysis to guide approaches that advance U.S. interests in safe AI development.
• Lead research activities, including technical analyses, roundtables, and engagements with policymakers.
• Publish reports, memos, articles, and multimedia products on core research themes.
• Serve as an expert commentator in media and public outreach.
• Engage senior government officials, thought leaders, and Congress staff through consultations.
• Coordinate with international partners and conduct research trips.
• Oversee the research agenda, manage publications, and support fundraising for the program.
• Supervise researchers and contributors for CNAS and external authors.

Skills

Policy analysis

Public speaking

Stakeholder engagement

Policy communication

Project management

Education

Advanced degree in law, economics, public policy, or related field

Job description

The Center for a New American Security seeks a Fellow or Senior Fellow to lead a new research program on competition policy and artificial intelligence (AI). The role blends rigorous economics, law, and policy analysis to assess how current frameworks fit AI advances and to craft implementable recommendations.

You will join CNAS’s Energy, Economics, and Security Program and CNAS AI Policy Lab, directing research agendas, engaging policymakers, and shaping public dialogue with international