Center for Strategic and International Studies
Director - Renewing American Innovation
$150K–$250K
Washington, D.C. +1 · Director · Full-time · Posted Oct 26, 2026
- Location
- Washington, D.C.
Senior Staff (Fellow and above) - Experience
- 12–15 years minimum; senior-level experience in one or more relevant policy areas.
- Education
- Graduate degree in an area related to the program’s core competencies.
About the job
Directs the Renewing American Innovation program, leading policy research, publications, stakeholder engagement, fundraising, and team development focused on strengthening U.S. innovation.
What you'll do
- Lead research, publications, and engagement with policymakers, media, industry, academics, and other stakeholders.
- Develop the program’s strategy, priorities, communications, and opportunities for research and convening.
- Manage fundraising and finances, and supervise and mentor program staff.
What they ask for
- Graduate degree in an area related to the program’s core competencies.
- Senior-level experience in one or more relevant policy areas, including experience building a high-performing team of policy professionals.
- Publication track record in national or international media and/or academic journals on relevant topics.
- Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
Nice to have
- Private-sector or investment experience.
- Experience raising funds for research projects.
Pay
$150,000 — $250,000 USD (base salary)
AI focus
The program’s next phase addresses technology disruption, including the AI revolution; the posting does not specify direct AI-related job duties.
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