Duties
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Qualifications
Who May Apply: U.S. Citizens
Define KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
1. Must have relevant career experience, or an advanced degree (Master's or PhD), in national security studies, international relations, defense studies, history, lndo-Pacific affairs, Asian studies, or a related field.
2. Primary subject-matter expertise should be in Chinese defense and military capabilities or U.S.-China military affairs. Additional expertise in Chinese ground force capabilities specifically is desired. Further expertise in broader Indo-Pacific security affairs and US-Asia defense matters is desired.
3. Record of scholarly and/or applied research and publication, in regional defense or military policy and strategy, history, trans-regional studies (Indo-Pacific; Asia), or related areas.
4. Record of working with interdisciplinary teams to examine strategic issues and conduct rigorous analytical research is desired.
5. Regional language proficiency in Mandarin is preferred.
6. An established record of teaching and curriculum development at the undergraduate, graduate, and/or Senior Service College level is preferred.
7. A record of successful government service involving defense policy and strategy formulation at the regional/strategic level, or non-governmental work of a similar nature and scope, such as with a think tank, academic research institute, or international organization is desired, but not required.
Education
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
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Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the experience and education requirements listed on this announcement. If you are one of thetop candidates, you may be invited to interview. Depending on the strength of the applicant pool, this process may take several months after the closing date of the job announcement. If selected, you will receive atentative job offer. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required Documents
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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