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Summary The National Intelligence University (NIU) is the Intelligence Community's sole accredited, federal degree-granting institution. It serves as the intellectual hub for the intelligence profession, preparing today's leaders for tomorrow's challenges. Responsibilities Incumbent serves as an Emerging Technologies faculty member at National Intelligence University (NIU), teaching graduate courses in the Emerging Technologies and Geostrategic Resources (ETGR) concentration within the Oettinger School of Science and Technology Intelligence (SSTI). Incumbent may teach courses in military and commercial technology, research, development and acquisition, and technology transfer and counterespionage. Incumbent will perform research and external engagement in his/her field of expertise. Represents the University at ODNI, IC agency meetings, conferences and symposia related to expertise, and maintains active liaison with government and private sector civilian, military, educational individuals associated with intelligence. Incumbent will serve as a thesis advisor and reader and may also teach core intelligence and undergraduate courses. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Mandatory Requirements: Earned graduate degree from an accredited university in natural science, engineering, computer and information sciences, mathematics and statistics, or a related area. Expert knowledge of the research, development, and acquisition components and functions of the Chinese national innovation system and their integration with Chinese civil and military policy objectives. Experience in some or all the following areas: (a) evaluating or preparing analytical intelligence reports for senior US government or industry policymakers, (b) teaching courses at the graduate or undergraduate level, or (c) overseeing student or other research projects. Expert oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex information in a clear, concise manner that is targeted to, and meets the needs of, diverse audiences with different perspectives and objectives. Desired Requirements: Earned PhD from an accredited university in natural science, engineering, computer and information sciences, mathematics and statistics, or a related area. Ability to read technical Mandarin. Expert knowledge of international technology transfer and export controls, scientific research and development, system engineering, acquisition, or intellectual property. Published original research in peer reviewed journals or other professional outlets. Experience with Intelligence Community operations, collections, analysis, or applications; including military intelligence. Demonstrated academic experience with teaching courses at the graduate level, conducting academic research and scholarship, writing and reviewing research papers and theses, and academic course and program development, including creating and evaluating academic assessment data and standards. Knowledge of or experience with space missions and technology. Below is a list of acceptable education (CIP code series): 11 Computer and Information Sciences 14 Engineering 27 Mathematics and Statistics 29 Military Technologies and Applied Sciences (e.g., Missile and Space, Low-Observables and Stealth) 30 Biological Sciences (e.g., earth systems, atmospheric, oceanic) 40 Physical Sciences 45 Geographic Information Science and Cartography 49 Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace S&T Education Masters Degree. Additional Information Job Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C., area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview. Salary Determination: The ODNI uses a rank-in-person system in which rank is attached to GS employees on the basis of individual qualifications, experience, and performance. Individuals whose current GS grade is equivalent to the grade of the advertised position will retain their current grade and step. Individuals who transfer to the ODNI from a non-GS pay scale will have base pay converted to the appropriate GS grade and step as determined by the Director/ Human Resource Management. On occasional instances when a current federal civilian employee applies for an ODNI position that is a lower grade than his or her personal grade, the candidate's personal grade will be downgraded to the grade of the advertised ODNI position and pay will be set at the step that is closest to but not less than the employee's current annual base rate of pay, not to exceed the maximum rate (i.e., step 10) of the GS grade to which assigned. Relocation Expenses: For new ODNI employees, reimbursement for relocation is discretionary based on availability of funds. Reasonable Accommodations: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodations Officer by classified email at dnireasonableaccommodationwma@cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNIDRA@dni.gov, by telephone at 703-275-3900 or by FAX at 703-275-1217. Your request for reasonable accommodation will be addressed on a case-by-case basis. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION TO THE EEOD EMAIL ADDRESS. THIS EMAIL IS FOR REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS ONLY. The ODNI is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations.