RAND Corporation
Economic Security Financial Expert
RAND Corporation, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Economic Security Financial Expert page is loaded Economic Security Financial Expert Apply locations Washington, DC (DC Metro Area) USA - Remote time type Full time posted on Posted 8 Days Ago job requisition id R3299
Job Type: Term (Fixed Term) The Economic Security Operations Unit (ESOU) within RAND’s National Security Research Division is seeking mission-driven finance experts from the private sector to contribute to research and analysis at the intersection of economics, finance, and national security. Ensuring U.S. economic competitiveness in the future will require informed analyses to identify the investments that need to be made at home and abroad. Building on past RAND work, ESOU will conduct a series of analyses of economic infrastructure in various regions to identify investments that are both economically feasible and of strategic relevance to U.S. national security objectives. The successful candidate will engage with an interdisciplinary research team on economic analyses that focus on maintaining U.S. competitiveness, developing public-private partnerships, and identifying key strategies to advance U.S. economic interests as well as global security. This position is up to full-time for one-year, contingent on funding being received. Duties Work with a multi-disciplinary team of RAND researchers to develop and test a due diligence process for assessing and validating the economic viability and national security relevance of commercial economic infrastructure projects. Such projects could focus on ports, data centers, energy production, or other entities. Specific tasks likely will include developing valid quantitative approaches to analyzing relevant data, conducting financial analyses, drafting technical reports and presentations, managing budgets and sub-contractors, as well as coordinating work among project team members and ensuring that teams meet deadlines. This position will also include collaboration with policymakers, industry partners, and external researchers. Qualifications All research positions at RAND require excellent analytic skills; the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; the ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; and a strong commitment to RAND's core values of quality and objectivity.
Required: Previous experience evaluating large-scale commercial economic infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of complex financing arrangements including knowledge of players within capital markets that allocate funds for such projects and experience working on such teams.
Experience with U.S. government co-financing options for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Strong analytic skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical and policy issues into actionable recommendations.
Superb organizational skills with experience managing research teams, budgets, contracts/subcontracts, and timelines.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrated experience developing and facilitating partnerships with public and commercial entities.
Preferred: Familiarity with multiple sources of relevant economic and finance data.
Proficiency in Python, Java, C/C++, or other relevant programming languages.
U.S. government top secret security clearance, preference for DoD.
Education and Experience MA/MS/MBA or other complex finance discipline and at least 12 years of relevant work experience at an internationally recognized investment bank, hedge fund, private equity firm or similar financial institution required. Preferred degree fields include finance, economics, business, political science, international security, and related fields. Security Clearance Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government clearance is required. Location This position can be based out of our Washington, DC office or fully remote with frequent travel to Washington, DC. Salary Range
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$220,000-$250,000 RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. The salary range includes base pay plus RAND’s sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer
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RAND is a research organization that develops solutions to public policy challenges to help make communities throughout the world safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous. RAND’s research and analysis address issues that impact people everywhere, including security, health, education, sustainability, growth, and development.
RAND has approximately 2,025 people from more than 50 countries working in offices in the United States, Europe and Australia, with annual revenues of $435.8 million.
RAND is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and committed to the public interest. Our research is sponsored by government agencies, international organizations, and foundations. We rely on philanthropic support to pursue visionary ideas; address critical problems that are under-researched; and devise innovative approaches for solving acute, complex, or provocative policy challenges. RAND values objectivity and integrity in both its research processes and internal interactions. We emphasize a collegial environment that respects the contributions and dignity of all staff. RAND's reputation is built on quality and objectivity. RAND provides an exciting intellectual environment and opportunities for career growth with challenging assignments. As collaboration in interdisciplinary teams is an essential operating principle at RAND, we hire highly qualified talent and empower our people to do their best work by fostering a culture in which different views, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and respected, and staff have a sense of belonging with their colleagues, fair access to opportunities, and feel comfortable bringing their best selves to work each day. As part of our commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment, we welcome all applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to apply for this exciting opportunity. RAND is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at (310) 393-0411 or at
jobs@rand.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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Job Type: Term (Fixed Term) The Economic Security Operations Unit (ESOU) within RAND’s National Security Research Division is seeking mission-driven finance experts from the private sector to contribute to research and analysis at the intersection of economics, finance, and national security. Ensuring U.S. economic competitiveness in the future will require informed analyses to identify the investments that need to be made at home and abroad. Building on past RAND work, ESOU will conduct a series of analyses of economic infrastructure in various regions to identify investments that are both economically feasible and of strategic relevance to U.S. national security objectives. The successful candidate will engage with an interdisciplinary research team on economic analyses that focus on maintaining U.S. competitiveness, developing public-private partnerships, and identifying key strategies to advance U.S. economic interests as well as global security. This position is up to full-time for one-year, contingent on funding being received. Duties Work with a multi-disciplinary team of RAND researchers to develop and test a due diligence process for assessing and validating the economic viability and national security relevance of commercial economic infrastructure projects. Such projects could focus on ports, data centers, energy production, or other entities. Specific tasks likely will include developing valid quantitative approaches to analyzing relevant data, conducting financial analyses, drafting technical reports and presentations, managing budgets and sub-contractors, as well as coordinating work among project team members and ensuring that teams meet deadlines. This position will also include collaboration with policymakers, industry partners, and external researchers. Qualifications All research positions at RAND require excellent analytic skills; the ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing; the ability to work effectively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; and a strong commitment to RAND's core values of quality and objectivity.
Required: Previous experience evaluating large-scale commercial economic infrastructure projects.
Demonstrated knowledge of complex financing arrangements including knowledge of players within capital markets that allocate funds for such projects and experience working on such teams.
Experience with U.S. government co-financing options for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Strong analytic skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical and policy issues into actionable recommendations.
Superb organizational skills with experience managing research teams, budgets, contracts/subcontracts, and timelines.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, tailored to technical and non-technical audiences.
Demonstrated experience developing and facilitating partnerships with public and commercial entities.
Preferred: Familiarity with multiple sources of relevant economic and finance data.
Proficiency in Python, Java, C/C++, or other relevant programming languages.
U.S. government top secret security clearance, preference for DoD.
Education and Experience MA/MS/MBA or other complex finance discipline and at least 12 years of relevant work experience at an internationally recognized investment bank, hedge fund, private equity firm or similar financial institution required. Preferred degree fields include finance, economics, business, political science, international security, and related fields. Security Clearance Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government clearance is required. Location This position can be based out of our Washington, DC office or fully remote with frequent travel to Washington, DC. Salary Range
:
$220,000-$250,000 RAND considers a variety of factors when formulating an offer, including but not limited to, the specific role and associated responsibilities; a candidate’s work experience, education/training, skills, expertise; and internal equity. The salary range includes base pay plus RAND’s sabbatic pay (which provides additional compensation above base pay when vacation is taken). In addition, RAND provides strong benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid time-off and more. Equal Opportunity Employer
About Us
RAND is a research organization that develops solutions to public policy challenges to help make communities throughout the world safer and more secure, healthier and more prosperous. RAND’s research and analysis address issues that impact people everywhere, including security, health, education, sustainability, growth, and development.
RAND has approximately 2,025 people from more than 50 countries working in offices in the United States, Europe and Australia, with annual revenues of $435.8 million.
RAND is nonprofit, nonpartisan, and committed to the public interest. Our research is sponsored by government agencies, international organizations, and foundations. We rely on philanthropic support to pursue visionary ideas; address critical problems that are under-researched; and devise innovative approaches for solving acute, complex, or provocative policy challenges. RAND values objectivity and integrity in both its research processes and internal interactions. We emphasize a collegial environment that respects the contributions and dignity of all staff. RAND's reputation is built on quality and objectivity. RAND provides an exciting intellectual environment and opportunities for career growth with challenging assignments. As collaboration in interdisciplinary teams is an essential operating principle at RAND, we hire highly qualified talent and empower our people to do their best work by fostering a culture in which different views, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and respected, and staff have a sense of belonging with their colleagues, fair access to opportunities, and feel comfortable bringing their best selves to work each day. As part of our commitment to Equal Opportunity Employment, we welcome all applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences to apply for this exciting opportunity. RAND is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources at (310) 393-0411 or at
jobs@rand.org and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
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