Institute for Defense Analyses

CCR- L Research Staff Member

Institute for Defense Analyses • $111K — $283K *
La Jolla, CA 92037In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
4 days ago
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US citizenship is mandatory.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate security clearance.
  • PhD in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct advanced research in communications and related fields.
  • Collaborate with a diverse team of researchers and scientists.
  • Publish findings in reputable journals and present at conferences.
  • Engage with external stakeholders and partners as needed.
  • Contribute to innovative solutions for complex communication challenges.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to join a prestigious research center.
  • Engagement in cutting-edge research initiatives.
  • Potential for professional development and networking within the field.
Full Job Description
The IDA Center for Communications Research, La Jolla, invites applications to be a member of our research staff. For this search, we have a preference for individuals who already hold the security clearance that is required for the job. We anticipate that applicants to this position would start work in the first half of 2027.

Qualifications
• US citizenship is required.
• Employment is contingent on obtaining an appropriate security clearance (which we will sponsor).
• A PhD in mathematics, statistics, computer science, or a related field is preferred.

Interested individuals should apply here. Please submit a cover letter describing your interest in the position; a CV; and names and contact information of three people who can speak knowledgeably about your research contributions.

Applications received by June 19, 2026, will receive full consideration.

U.S. Citizenship is required

Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required

About Institute for Defense Analyses

The Institute for Defense Analyses (IDA) is a non-profit corporation that provides scientific and technical research and analysis to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies. IDA was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. The organization employs over 1,200 scientists, engineers, and analysts who conduct research in a variety of fields, including national security, science and technology, and social sciences. IDA is governed by a board of trustees, which is composed of senior executives from the defense industry, academia, and government.
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Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Founded
1956
* Ladders Estimates

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