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Overview

Protecting U.S. residents and visitors is among our nation’s highest priorities. As adversaries gain access to sophisticated technologies and materials, the threats grow more dynamic and complex—from cyber and nuclear to chemical and biological weapons of mass effect and other forms of terrorism. The PNNL national security mission employs our researchers, tools, and technologies to play a key role in advancing the ability to identify and secure nuclear materials, detect weapons of mass effect, manage nonproliferation treaties, secure our nation's borders, and protect critical infrastructures. PNNL’s scientific discovery and capabilities—rooted in innovative theory, methods, algorithms, and tools—are enabling stronger, more resilient technologies and systems to safeguard national security. Coupled with decades of radiological and nuclear materials expertise, advanced computing and threat analysis capabilities, and a broad fundamental science base, we are identifying and countering emerging threats that have significant impact at home and around the globe.

The Emerging Threats and Technology (ET&T) Division is comprised of cybersecurity, infrastructure protection, policy, legal, intelligence, and security systems expertise. Our staff work in interdisciplinary project teams to provide innovative concepts that integrate policy, analytics, science, and technology into unique solutions. Our collaborative environment and commitment to work/life balance makes PNNL an ideal place to advance your career, challenge yourself, and make a difference in the world. The Threat Prevention and Resilience (TPR) group sits at the intersection of policy and technology deployment. This group of over 45 staff examines the suite of issues that impact technology deployment and use, such as laws, regulations, policies, economics, trade, and stakeholder challenges. The Legal Frameworks Team within TPR comprises over ten analysts who conduct research and analysis on behalf of U.S. Government sponsors and perform training, engagement, and capacity building with a range of foreign partners. The Legal Frameworks Team seeks an International Compliance Analyst to provide policy and legal analytic support to PNNL’s ongoing work to promote international chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) materials security and nonproliferation and address emergent technology threats.

Responsibilities

This position reports directly to the Legal Frameworks Technical Team Lead and Threat Prevention and Resilience Technical Group Leader, with responsibilities as assigned by project/program managers. Other responsibilities will be determined based on candidate skills and available programmatic activities.

The Analyst will be asked to contribute to research and programmatic support to TPR programs and will have the opportunity to contribute to both domestic and international efforts that promote U.S. Government international security and nonproliferation objectives. In particular, the law research and analysis related to: nuclear nonproliferation; CBRN security; climate security; outer space law; and other national security related topics. The Analyst will also support the development and execution of curricula for foreign technical assistance related to CBRN materials security and international nuclear safeguards.

Specific duties include the following:

  • Perform technical activities related to legislative and regulatory analysis as directed by PNNL program/project managers
  • Assist in the development and delivery of training for international partners on legislative and regulatory development for CBRN security and nonproliferation, including on topics such as international nuclear safeguards, strategic trade controls, and counterproliferation finance
  • Support the development and implementation of new technical activities for federal programs, particularly those involving regulatory development cooperation in the areas of CBRN security and nuclear safeguards
  • Carry out assigned project activities, including research and analysis, training delivery, documentation, performance tracking, and reporting
  • Interface with PNNL project team leadership, project management support and contracts staff to implement assigned project activities
  • Up to 25% travel, Domestic and International

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • BS/BA and 9 years of relevant experience; OR
  • MS/MA, PhD or JD/LLM and 7 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiar with international and comparative law, administrative and regulatory law, general constitutional principles of law, and legal research methodology. Some demonstrated interest in issues related to weapons of mass destruction, non-proliferation and security, climate security, space law, arms control, and new and emerging technologies and domains is preferred.

The candidate should be a self-starter with great attention to detail and excellent writing skills. Any of the following areas of prior work, study, or additional skills could be a benefit, though are not required:

  • International relations or political science;
  • Foreign technical assistance or capacity building;
  • International organizations;
  • Technical subject matter, such as chemical or nuclear engineering;
  • Policy analysis;
  • Development and delivery of training materials for adult audiences;
  • Professional fluency in a foreign language.

Candidates are encouraged to provide a cover letter or statement of interest, and/or a writing sample, as an attachment to this application.

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Not applicable. 

Additional Information

Due to business needs and client space, US Citizenship is required.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is subject to the Department of Energy Unclassified Foreign Visits & Assignments Program site, information, technologies, and equipment access requirements.

Testing Designated Position

This position is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity

Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at careers@pnnl.gov.

Drug Free Workplace

PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs.

If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn. 

HSPD-12 PIV Credential Requirement

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a Federal Tier 1 background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last year. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

Mandatory Requirements

Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.

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Employees and their families are offered medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, basic life insurance, disability insurance*, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, tuition assistance, supplemental parental bonding leave**, surrogacy and adoption assistance, and fertility support. Employees are automatically enrolled in our company funded pension plan* and may enroll in our 401k savings plan. Employees may accrue up to 120 vacation hours per year and may receive ten paid holidays per year.

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Minimum Salary

USD $121,100.00/Yr.

Maximum Salary

USD $191,400.00/Yr.

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