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September 6, 2025

**Job Description**
The University of Leicester, as part of the UK Nuclear Deterrence Network, seeks a Nuclear Deterrence Fellow to undertake independent research on any aspect of nuclear deterrence. The successful candidate will contribute to evidence-based research and policy recommendations, build a UK-based community of practice, and actively support the Network’s activities, including the Deterrence Futures Programme. The Fellow is expected to produce two peer-reviewed articles and two policy papers, and maintain a public-facing research presence.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Track record of research productivity appropriate to career stage.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Ability to plan and deliver research activities.
• Ability to engage with diverse audiences.

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• International Relations
• Related field (with demonstrable expertise in nuclear politics and/or deterrence)

**Experience**
Other:
• Demonstrable expertise in nuclear politics and/or deterrence.
• Applicants must be UK nationals or citizens of NATO or UK-allied countries.

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Experience
Other: • Demonstrable expertise in nuclear politics and/or deterrence. • Applicants must be UK nationals or citizens of NATO or UK-allied countries.
Work Level
Ph.D, Postdoc
Employment Type
Research Job
Salary
Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent pension scheme, generous annual leave, career development opportunities.
Details
See Details Campus-based
School / Department / Center / Lab
• UK Nuclear Deterrence Network
Supervisor(s)
Professor Andrew Futter
Supervisor Email
afutter@leicester.ac.uk
University of Leicester
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Industry
Education
Phone
+44 (0)116 252 2522 +44 (0)116 252 **** Show
Location
Leicester