I write to ask for your help in identifying candidates for a new research staff member position at the Center for International Security and Cooperation (CISAC) at Stanford University. The new hire will help lead CISAC’s growing program in cybersecurity and the future of the Internet, conducting research and designing scholarly and outreach activities to build the young undertaking. This is a three-year, fixed-term, non-faculty appointment.
The research staff member must have a deep appreciation for and knowledge of the international security and cooperation dimensions of cybersecurity as well as a deep appreciation of the mix of complex problems within the field of cybersecurity, such as threats to domestic and cross-border critical infrastructure, choices about the evolving architecture of the Internet, and trade-offs involving privacy and identity management. He or she should hold a PhD in a relevant field or a JD, along with an outstanding record of peer-reviewed research and scholarly publications, as well as a substantial interest or proven expertise in making, advising or implementing policy. He or she must have the ability to conduct his/her own research in the field, publish scholarly work in peer- reviewed journals and place policy-oriented work in general interest publications. Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Would you please forward this letter to individuals whom you believe would be well- suited for this position, or others whom you believe may be able to identify candidates? Please also feel free to contact me directly to discuss any candidates you have in mind. Candidates should send a copy of their c.v., a bibliography, and a statement of research interests to [email protected] electronically, or to CISAC 616 Encina Hall, Stanford CA 94503 Attn: Ahmad Homidi room E206. A copy of the job description is enclosed. Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and research staff. We welcome nominations of and applications from women and members of minority groups, as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research and teaching missions. To learn more about CISAC, please visit our web site at http://cisac.stanford.edu/. Many thanks for your help. -- Unsubscribe, change to digest, or change password at: https://mailman.stanford.edu/mailman/listinfo/liberationtech
