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Announcement of the Inauguration of the Israeli Association for Military-Society Studies

Dr. Reuven Gal

I wish to announce the creation of a new scholarly society, the Israeli Association for Military-Society Studies.

The idea of creating such an association has been with me and other Israelis, such as Moshe Lissak, since the opening ceremony of the Israeli Institute for Military Studies in 1986. That organization was established with the encouragement and assistance of Morris Janowitz, who also served as its Founding Chair. David Segal and Charlie Moskos were also our guests on that occasion, and we all agreed that Israel is a natural hub for such an association. The number of Israeli scholars who concentrate on military- society studies -- many of them longtime members of the IUS -- has now grown to more than a hundred, and this idea has now come to fruition.

The newly-born Israeli Association for Military-Society Studies is inspired and motivated by the IUS, and we expect a significant overlap in our membership. Indeed, membership in our new association should help draw other scholars to the IUS. We hope it will be not only a network of researchers, but also a 'family of colleagues' and an incubator for innovative ideas and influence on national policy -- as is true also for the IUS.

My sincere hope as the first Chairman of the Israeli Association for Military- Society Studies is that this new body will serve as a stimulating platform for young Israeli researchers and a network for exchanging ideas. In addition, we will strive to make this new body of Israeli professionals one that will foster, a better, stronger, and more moral society, build bridges of tolerance, and help to achieve a sustainable peace between Israel and its neighbors.

On December 14th and 15th, 2011, we will have our inaugural conference on the shores of the Lake of Galilee. We are pleased that we will be joined there by Jay Williams, Bernard Boëne, and Christopher Dandeker. In future years I hope to see many more of you with us, as well.

On behalf of myself and the other Israeli scholars forming this new association, I thank you all for your encouragement and support.

SHALOM !

Department Of The Air Force - Military Defense Analyst

Posted January 8, 2011

Job Title: Military Defense Analyst
Department: Department Of The Air Force
Agency: Air Force Personnel Center
Job Announcement Number: AFPC-418467-984652-OPM

SALARY RANGE:
$81,823.00 - $106,369.00 /year

OPEN PERIOD:
Thursday, December 30, 2010 to Thursday, January 13, 2011

SERIES & GRADE:
GS-1701-13

POSITION INFORMATION:
Full Time Term NTE 3 Years

PROMOTION POTENTIAL:
13

DUTY LOCATIONS:
1 vacancy - Maxwell AFB, AL

WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED:
United States Citizens

JOB SUMMARY:

The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win...in air, space and cyberspace.

To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Travel and relocation expenses will not be paid
• Term position not to exceed 3 years
• Top Secret security clearance and/or background check required

Click here to view the full job listing and apply online.

Visiting IPA - Air Force Research Institute

Posted January 8, 2011

The Air Force Research Institute seeks a visiting research faculty with the proven ability to write and conduct strategic policy research. Strong skills in methodology and critical thinking are necessary. An academic background and interest in disciplines that can relate to the domains of air, space, and cyber are preferred. These include international relations, political science, history, operations research, military sociology, and economics. An interest in Asia is also desired. The principal effort of the hire will be to work with AFRI faculty on a long range strategy that will focus on the Air Force's role in Asia over the next two decades.

This is a one year position, with the option for a second year.

Applicants must be US citizens and eligible for a security clearance. Some travel is required.

The Air Force Research Institute conducts independent strategic level research to inform both Department of Defense and United States Air Force senior leaders. More information on the Air Force Research Institute is available at http://www.au.af.mil/au/research/index.asp

For further information please contact Dr. Adam Lowther at adam.lowther@maxwell.af.mil or (719) 494-4369