Researcher For The Sipri Arms Transfers Programme
Stift Sipri / Samhällsvetarjobb / Solna
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hela Sverige The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) is seeking a talented and motivated Researcher to work for the Arms Transfers Programme (ATP). This Programme resides within the Armament and Disarmament research area of SIPRI.
Context
SIPRI is an independent international institute whose core mission is to undertake research and activities on security, conflict, and peace. Established in 1966, SIPRI provides data, analysis, and recommendations, based on open sources, to policymakers, researchers, media, and the interested public. SIPRI provides excellent opportunities for scientific and personal development and is an equal opportunity employer.
The position
The ATP researcher will fully contribute to the core ATP responsibilities. These include co-ordinating and implementing the continuous task of collecting, analysing, and processing data supporting the update of the SIPRI Arms Transfers database along with the participation in data launches, outreach, and dissemination activity.
The researcher is expected to produce independent research and analysis on relevant topics, within ATP, with other SIPRI researchers and with external researchers when relevant. As a member of the ATP the researcher is expected to participate in fundraising efforts and help ensure any externally funded projects are implemented in full, conducting high-quality research in support of the Programme's objectives.
The position is based in Stockholm but might involve occasional travel.
Tasks and responsibilities
The main responsibilities of the incoming Researcher will be:
• All ATP database related work, including the collection and verification of data processed to this database;
• Contribute to the annual launch of SIPRI's new arms transfers data;
• Co-authoring the arms transfers chapter of the SIPRI Yearbook;
• Assisting the ATP Programme Director and team in preparing well presented, effectively argued, and properly budgeted research proposals to secure future funding;
• Seek and accept opportunities to publish on relevant issues; do media interviews; intervene as a panelist, conference speaker, lecturer at universities; organize public events. Communicate research findings and publicize research activities of the team through social media;
• Actively participate in staff meetings; in relevant events or meetings organized by other research teams; and seek and welcome opportunities to peer-review publications by other members of the research staff collegium.
The successful candidate will have the following experience and skills:
• A university degree or degrees, in disciplines and topics relevant to this post, at Master or Doctoral level, or publications to Doctoral degree standard;
• At least 2 years of experience in policy research and writing; or experience in the armed forces, the arms industry or specialized defence media
• A solid record of publications; or if the candidate is not from an academic/think tank background, demonstrate proficient writing skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge on issues relating to military technology and arms transfers;
• Strong analytical skills with a quantitative background and enjoy working with databases;
• Demonstrate the ability to work within a team, but also able to work autonomously;
• Fluency in written and spoken English, other languages are also desirable, Swedish is not required.
It is considered beneficial to have a keen interest in military history and in defence and security issues. Previous experience demonstrating database management skills and the ability to effectively navigate database software would also be very beneficial in this position.
Contract period
Starting in April 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter, the contract period will initially last for 2 years, with the option for an extension depending on the candidate's profile and available funding. The post is full-time, and requires that the candidate becomes a resident in Stockholm, Sweden when employment starts. The salary package will be negotiated individually.
How to apply
Interested candidates should submit:
• A letter of intent specifying why you are applying for this position (1 page);
• A curriculum vitae including degrees, work experience, publications, language skills and contact details for two referees;
• Two samples of written work (in English): e.g. blog posts or essays/dissertations submitted in the context of a university degree.
To be considered in the recruitment process, the application must be made via the form in the vacancies section of SIPRI's website and not through any other external job sites. Please access the form via the 'apply' button at the end of this page.
The closing date for applications is 22 March 2023. Interviews are expected to be held remotely in late March/early April 2023.
For further information, please contact Sibylle Bauer, Director of Studies, Armament and Disarmament.
SIPRI is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality, and culture.
The trade union contacts at SIPRI are Noah Bell for ST (
noah.bell@sipri.org) and Frederic Daudon for SACO (
frederic.daudon@sipri.org).
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Arbetsgivare Stift Sipri,
https://www.sipri.org/ Arbetsplats Stiftelsen Sipri
Kontakt Director of Studies, Armament and Disarmament
Sibylle Bauer
Jobbnummer 7499863
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