About the role#
The Japan-U.S. Cyber Policy Fellowship is an eight-month program designed to cultivate the next generation of experts shaping cybersecurity policy and bilateral cooperation. This fellowship provides graduate students, PhD candidates, early-career researchers, and young professionals with opportunities to publish policy analysis, engage in high-level policy discussions, and receive mentorship from industry experts. ## What you'll do
- Participate in quarterly virtual discussions regarding U.S. and Japanese cybersecurity policy and bilateral collaboration.
- Meet bimonthly with an assigned mentor who is a leading expert in the cybersecurity field.
- Research and publish a short policy brief on a topic relevant to U.S.-Japan cybersecurity cooperation.
- Attend the annual Pacific Technology Policy Conference, including networking activities and a private workshop.
- Travel to Washington, D.C. for meetings with U.S. government, Congressional, and think tank stakeholders.
- Attend a public event in Tokyo regarding U.S.-Japan cybersecurity policy and cooperation.
What you'll need#
- A strong academic background or professional experience in international relations, technology, cybersecurity policy, or U.S.-Japan cooperation.
- A desire to deepen your understanding of cybersecurity policy issues and advance bilateral cooperation.
- Professional working proficiency in English.
- Status as a Japanese national currently residing in Japan.
- Availability to participate in all fellowship programming, including required travel.
Location & details#
- This is a remote fellowship based in Japan.
- The program term is Winter 2027.
- This is a paid fellowship that includes a one-time $1,000 stipend and coverage of travel expenses.
About The National Bureau of Asian Research
The National Bureau of Asian Research is a nonprofit think tank founded in 1989. It focuses on research regarding security, politics, economics, trade, and health in Asia. The organization maintains offices in Seattle and Washington, D.C. It employs approximately 67 people.
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