Fellow, Technology Policy

The German Marshall Fund of the United States (GMF) seeks a Fellow to advance the organization’s work on technology policy, innovation, and transatlantic cooperation. This position will strengthen GMF’s leadership on the policy, economic, and geopolitical implications of emerging technologies and the role of technology in shaping democratic resilience, competitiveness, and security. This position can be based in any location where GMF operates (Washington, Brussels, Berlin, Paris, Warsaw, Bucharest, Belgrade, Ankara, London, Madrid, Barcelona).

Position Description

The Fellow will be a recognized expert on technology policy with a record of analysis, thought leadership, convening, and public engagement. The successful candidate will combine substantive expertise on technology-related issues with an ability to translate complex developments into actionable insights for policymakers, business leaders, and other stakeholders. The individual will possess a strong network across the technology ecosystem, including government officials, technology companies, investors, researchers, civil society organizations, and academic institutions in the United States, Europe, and other key partner countries.

The Fellow will conduct original research and analysis on issues related to technology, innovation, and competitiveness, including artificial intelligence, digital governance, cybersecurity, data policy, emerging technologies, technology standards, digital infrastructure, platform regulation, semiconductors, innovation ecosystems, defense technology, and the broader intersection of technology and geopolitics. The Fellow will help identify emerging trends, assess their implications for transatlantic cooperation, and develop practical policy recommendations.

The Fellow will author publications, policy briefs, commentary, and thought leadership pieces for a variety of audiences. The Fellow will represent GMF at conferences, workshops, media engagements, and private dialogues and will serve as a visible voice in transatlantic technology policy discussions.

A central responsibility for the position will be identifying the most significant technology issues for the transatlantic community and developing solutions and actionable recommendations. The Fellow will convene and moderate discussions that bring together policymakers, business leaders, technologists, researchers, and civil society representatives to address shared challenges and opportunities. The Fellow will work closely with colleagues across GMF’s Technology Program, Innovation and Competitiveness team, and broader institutional network to develop collaborative research, events, and policy initiatives.

The position also includes responsibility for developing and managing externally funded projects, cultivating relationships with donors and strategic partners, and contributing to fundraising efforts that support GMF’s technology portfolio. Working closely with program leadership, the Fellow will help identify new opportunities for growth and strengthen GMF’s role as a leading transatlantic institution on technology policy and innovation.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong record of achievement in technology policy, digital affairs, innovation, national security, international economics, or a related field. Candidates may come from government, industry, academia, think tanks, civil society organizations, or a combination thereof. Experience working in both the United States and Europe, or deep knowledge of the US and European tech ecosystems, would be greatly valued. The successful candidate will demonstrate intellectual curiosity, policy relevance, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach to advancing GMF’s mission.

The Fellow will embody GMF’s commitment to rigorous, nonpartisan analysis and practical impact, helping advance democratic approaches to technology governance and strengthening transatlantic cooperation on the technological issues that will shape the coming decades.

• Conduct original research and policy analysis on technology-related issues affecting transatlantic cooperation, economic competitiveness, and democratic resilience.
• Author reports, policy briefs, articles, op-eds, and other written products for policymakers, industry leaders, and public audiences.
• Convene and moderate transatlantic dialogues, workshops, roundtables, and conferences involving government officials, technology leaders, researchers, investors, and civil society stakeholders.
• Build and maintain a strong network across the technology policy ecosystem in the United States, Europe, and other partner countries.
• Develop practical policy recommendations on emerging technology challenges and opportunities.
• Represent GMF at conferences, public events, media engagements, and stakeholder meetings.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across GMF programs and offices to advance interdisciplinary research and programming.
• Contribute to the development and execution of externally funded projects, including project management, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Cultivate relationships with government agencies, foundations, corporations, and research institutions to support GMF’s mission and programmatic goals.
• Support fundraising efforts through proposal development, donor engagement, and identification of new funding opportunities.
• Monitor and analyze emerging developments in technology, innovation, and digital policy.
• Provide subject-matter expertise and strategic guidance to GMF leadership and partners on technology-related issues.

Education and Experience

• Graduate degree in public policy, international affairs, economics, political science, law, technology policy, engineering, business, or a related field.
• 10 years of professional experience in technology policy, innovation policy, digital governance, national security, international economics, or a related field.
• Experience working in government, industry, academia, think tanks, research organizations, civil society organizations, or related institutions.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more technology policy areas, including artificial intelligence, digital governance, cybersecurity, emerging technologies, technology standards, data policy, semiconductors, telecommunications, or innovation policy.
• Strong record of producing high-quality research, publications, or policy analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical and policy issues into accessible recommendations for diverse audiences.
• Established network of relationships across the technology, policy, research, and business communities.
• Experience organizing and leading conferences, workshops, roundtables, or other stakeholder engagements.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across teams and disciplines.
• Experience developing or managing grant-funded projects and working with external partners and funders.
• Excellent written, verbal, and public presentation skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to nonpartisan analysis, intellectual rigor, and public service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D., J.D., M.P.P., M.P.A., or equivalent) in a relevant field.
• Direct experience shaping or implementing technology-related policy in government or industry.
• Experience working on U.S.-Europe technology policy issues or other international technology cooperation initiatives.
• Established public profile through publications, media engagement, conference participation, or other thought leadership activities.
• Foreign language proficiency relevant to GMF’s transatlantic mission.