Instructor/Facilitator Independent Contractor

About This Role

This independent contractor position supports the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)'s Strategic Threats Department by preparing and presenting instruction blocks for the Fundamentals of Strategic Arms Control Course. The Instructor/Facilitator will provide instruction on the history of strategic nuclear arms control treaties and agreements, and participate in discussions on U.S. nuclear arms control policy.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present instruction blocks on the history of strategic arms control (1968-present)
• Present on selected topics pertaining to INF, START, and New START treaties
• Provide expert perspectives on arms control concepts, national security priorities, and relevant treaties
• Participate in panel discussions during the course regarding relevant arms control treaties, agreements, and risk reduction measures
• Provide draft briefings and student materials to the government for approval prior to class start dates

Requirements

• In-depth experience negotiating and/or implementing bilateral arms control agreements and treaties
• Experience as a member of on-site teams or a negotiating body for arms control
• Work contributing to the formation of arms control policy through engagements with the arms control community (USG, private sector, academia)