Research Assistant, SIPRI’s prgs: Dual-use, Arms Trade Ctrl and Arms Tr...

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) is seeking a Research Assistant to support the work of the Dual-Use and Arms Trade Control and Arms Transfers Programmes, with a particular focus on the export control systems of European states and on arms transfers, including the illicit diversion of small arms and light weapons (SALW) in sub-Saharan Africa.

 

Context

SIPRI is an independent international institute whose core mission is to undertake research and activities on security, conflict and peace. Established in 1966, SIPRI provides data, analysis and recommendations, based on open sources, to policymakers, researchers, media and the interested public. SIPRI provides excellent opportunities for scientific and personal development and is an equal opportunity employer.

 

SIPRI’s research agenda has long focused on issues relating dual-use and arms trade controls and arms transfers. SIPRI’s work in these areas seeks to raise the quality of information available on national, multilateral and international export control systems and standards, promoting further improvements in all of these areas and mapping, measuring and analysing arms transfers and evolving trends in the global arms trade. This involves maintaining the SIPRI Arms Transfers Database, producing research and publications, developing tools and concepts, conducting seminars and other awareness-raising activities, and carrying out capacity-building efforts.

 

Main tasks

The Research Assistant will work on projects related to arms transfers and to the development and implementation of international, regional and national standards in dual-use and arms trade controls and SALW controls. This will include - but not be limited to - supporting the implementation of externally funded projects by conducting data collection work; producing literature reviews; assisting with event organisation, fundraising activities and project dissemination. It will also include supporting other aspects of the Dual-Use and Arms Trade Control and Arms Transfers Programmes’ core work, such as collecting data for the SIPRI Arms Transfers Database, and taking part in the collective life of the Institute.

 

Requirements

The successful candidate must have:


• A Master degree in a relevant discipline or a Bachelor degree combined with relevant, specialised experience;
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills, including being a teamplayer;
• Solid research skills and attention to detail;
• An ability to work independently, organize, and manage time effectively; and
• Fluency in English both written and spoken (additional languages will be seen as an advantage; a knowledge of Swedish is not required).

 

Some knowledge of the different national, regional and international agreements and instruments in the field of SALW controls and/or dual-use and arms trade controls is an advantage, as is experience in dealing with the diplomatic community.

 

Contract period

Starting in the beginning of January 2022, or as soon as possible, the contract period will initially last for 2 years, with the option for an extension depending on the candidate’s profile and available funding. The post is full-time. Subject to any restrictions on travel related to the Covid-19 pandemic, the post requires that the candidate becomes a resident in Stockholm, Sweden when employment starts. The salary package will be negotiated individually.

 

How to apply:

Having reviewed the advertisement, candidates should submit:


• A letter of intent specifying why you are applying for this position (1 page);
• A curriculum vitae including degrees, work experience, publications, language skills and contact details for two referees;
• Copies of diplomas for university degree(s); and
• One writing sample (in English).

In order to be considered in the recruitment process, the application must be made via the form in the vacancies section of SIPRI’s website and not through any other external job sites. 

Please observe that you must apply via our electronic application system. Please access the form via the ‘apply’ button at the end of this page.

 

The initial closing date for applications is 28 October 2021. Interviews are expected to be held virtually in November.

 For enquiries regarding the position, please contact: Dr Sibylle Bauer, Director of Studies, Armament and Disarmament (bauer@sipri.org).

 The trade union contact persons at SIPRI are Shannen Young for ST (shannen.young@sipri.org) and Frederic Daudon for SACO (frederic.daudon@sipri.org).