Analyst/Researcher at Senior Level - International Security Policy

FOI, the Total Defence Research Institute, is one of Europe’s leading institutes for applied research in defence and security. FOI is an authority under the Ministry of Defence and is tasked with conducting research, method and technology development, as well as investigations for total defence and in support of disarmament, non-proliferation, and international security. The activities are carried out on behalf of primarily the Government Offices, the Armed Forces, the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV), and the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency (MSB). At FOI, we have about 1400 employees, of which more than 1000 work directly with research and development. Our competencies span the entire field from natural sciences and technology to social and political sciences.

About the Position

As an analyst/researcher in the unit for International Security Policy, you will conduct applied research, analysis, and studies at the request of various clients. The unit's largest clients are the Ministry of Defence and the Armed Forces, but we also work on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other actors within the framework of Swedish total defence. The studies have an applied policy-relevant focus and are conducted on a scientific basis. Travel for work and participation in conferences, both internationally and nationally, may occur depending on the focus of the work. The position may also include a leadership role.

About the Unit

FOI has four locations: Stockholm-Kista, Umeå, Stockholm-Grindsjön, and Linköping. You will be part of the International Security Policy unit, which belongs to the Defence Analysis department, whose office is located in Kista. Read more on our website about what we do.

Defence Analysis Department

International Security Policy Unit

Do You Have the Competence Profile We Need?

Requirements

We are looking for someone who has;

• at least a master's degree in political science, international relations, military science, or another field that we consider relevant to our operations,
• at least five years of relevant and current work experience,
• documented experience working with security policy and/or military defence, preferably regarding the European great powers, Northern Europe, NATO's deterrence and defence strategy, European defence collaborations, or regarding North America.
• the ability to express yourself fluently in both spoken and written Swedish and English.

FOI places great importance on personal qualities. We want you to have a strong commitment to the work area and an interest in learning more. Since we work in project form, it is important that you collaborate well with others and have good communication skills. You also have a good ability to speak in public and report results both in presentation form and in the form of shorter or longer texts. You also have the ability to build networks within both the research community and the security and defence policy part of the public administration. Furthermore, you take responsibility for your tasks and plan, organize, and prioritize your work effectively. You often come up with ideas and new approaches to work-related issues, and you already have or want to develop the ability to lead others in studies and projects.

Meritorious

It is meritorious if you have;

• doctoral education in relevant fields,
• experience of applied research/analysis activities in areas relevant to us,
• experience from working at research institutes and universities in other countries,
• experience of working within NATO or other European defence collaborations,
• good language skills in other European languages – primarily in German, French, Polish, Estonian, Latvian, or Lithuanian.

What Do We Offer You?

The Total Defence Research Institute (FOI) is a government agency conducting world-leading research in defence and security to support Sweden's military and civil defence. We offer a unique workplace where you have the opportunity to work on what is important for total defence and society as a whole. The research is applied both within defence authorities and with civil actors and plays a crucial role in building a relevant and effective defence capability.

We consciously work for a good working environment with a good balance between work and private life. In addition, we offer a range of benefits. Read more about what it is like to work with us: Work with us (https://www.foi.se/jobba-hos-oss.html)

The position is a permanent employment that may start with a six-month probationary period.

Do you want to help find answers for a safer world?

Welcome with your application in the form of a CV, cover letter, and a writing sample, preferably an academic essay/thesis or scientific/popular science article, via the application button no later than May 4!

For more information about the position, please contact unit manager Mike Winnerstig. Union representatives are Lisa Hörnsten (Saco-S) and Lisa Bergsten (OFR/S – ST). All can be reached at 08-555 030 00.

The employment is placed in a security class and requires Swedish citizenship. A security screening with a background check will be conducted before employment according to the Security Protection Act (2018:585). Before the security screening, certified copies of the relevant education and service certificates will be requested. As we are an authority, submitted application documents are considered public documents and may be disclosed to third parties upon request in accordance with the Public Access to Information and Secrecy Act.

Offers from recruitment companies are not welcome.