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Counterproliferation Faculty

UsajobsBethesda, MDApril 12th, 2026
DutiesServes as a faculty member at the National Intelligence University, teaching courses in the Counterproliferation (CP) concentration as well as core intelligence courses in the Oettinger School of Science and Technology Intelligence in collaboration with Program Directors, faculty colleagues, and the Dean.Teaches courses in weapons of mass destruction and counterproliferation, to include those involving chemical weapons and/or explosives and energetics science.Teaches core intelligence courses in the S&TI school, will perform research in his/her field of expertise, and will serve as a graduate advisor/reader to students working in the CP discipline.Implements and enforces appropriate learning standards and rigor, and uses outcome assessment data for course curricular, and program improvement.Develops a rich learning environment through Blackboard instructional technology.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.Duties also include participation in relevant NIU and IC communities of interest, university committees and working groups, as well as outreach to other IC, USG organizations and academia as appropriate.RequirementsConditions of EmploymentMust be a current permanent ODNI employee.ORMust be a current permanent Federal employeeMust have supervisory approval to apply to the Joint Duty Assignment.Must be currently at the grade level of the detail. *No Temporary Promotion Opportunity*The program does not apply to members of the Military service or contractors.QualificationsMandatory Requirements:Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a Master's Degree or higher that included or was supplemented by major study or experience in an academic field appropriate to this position's requirements, such as chemistry, physical science or engineering, computer sciences, mathematics and statistics, radiochemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related area.Extensive professional experience in chemical weapons/chemistry, energetics science, or engineering related to weapons of mass destruction or weapons systems.Demonstrated 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.Demonstrated knowledge of the history of use, production processes, and deployment of chemical and/or explosive weapons to include applicable laws and international treaties governing their possession and use.Demonstrated knowledge and experience relevant to (a) countering weapons of mass destruction, OR (b) scientific and technological innovations therein.Demonstrated experience working in or with the intelligence community evaluating or preparing all-source analytical intelligence reports for senior US government decision makers.Demonstrated experience preparing and delivering briefings to large and diverse internal and external audiences on complex or controversial topics and communicating them in an understandable manner that is appropriate for the audience, from students to senior level decision makers.Interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to work effectively both independently and in a team or collaborative environment; initiative in carrying out mission responsibilities based on supervisor guidance.Desired RequirementsEarned PhD from an accredited University in chemistry, physical science or engineering, computer sciences, mathematics and statistics, biological sciences, radiochemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or a related area.Demonstrated graduate level teaching experienceDemonstrated experience in academic research and scholarship, writing and reviewing research papers.Demonstrated use of assessment data for continuous curriculum and program improvement.EducationMaster's Degree.Additional InformationJob Interview Travel: Candidates from outside the Washington, D.C. area may be selected for a telephone, teleconference, or in-person interview.Salary Determination: A current Federal Government employee, selected for a detail, will be assigned to the position at their current grade and salary.Other InformationREASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: The ODNI provides reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified applicants with disabilities. IF YOU NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Reasonable Accommodation Office Representative by classified email at DNI_Diversity_WMA@cia.ic.gov, by unclassified email at DNI_DRA@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.