Associate Editor, Artificial Intelligence

The Lawfare Institute

Associate Editor managing AI-focused content at Lawfare Institute, bridging legal and policy expertise. Collaborating on editorial processes, research, and podcasts in the national security domain.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $48,800 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong writing, analytical, and research skills with a focus on artificial intelligence, technology policy, and national security. Capable of managing editorial processes, engaging with contributors, and maintaining publication schedules in a fast-paced environment.

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Outstanding Writing SkillsAnalytical SkillsResearch SkillsEditing ExperienceFamiliarity with AI and Technology Policy

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Hard Skills

EditingResearchCopyeditingPublication ManagementContent Development

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsInitiativeVerbal Communication

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Website ManagementPodcast DevelopmentTracking Resources

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Artificial IntelligenceNational SecurityTechnology PolicyPolitical ScienceJournalism

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reviewing submissions for possible publication on the Lawfare website, including reviewing AI-related submissions for substantive accuracy and analytical rigor
Soliciting submissions from contributors based on current developments and perceived gaps in Lawfare’s AI and national security coverage
Processing accepted submissions to prepare them for publication
Working with the podcast team to develop new audio content and daily podcasts
Contributing to long- and short-term research projects at the direction of the senior editorial staff
Maintaining AI-related tracking resources, such as AI on the Docket and the Section 230 Tracker
Assisting with the logistics of the program’s workshops and briefings
Ensuring final copyediting and posting of publications to the website
Maintaining the Lawfare publication schedule
Contributing as needed to Lawfare podcasts and articles on topics of particular expertise or need
Managing the website, including rotating highlighted pieces, posting relevant documents and livestreams, and controlling quality
Scheduling and other administrative responsibilities
Assisting with fundraising and donor-required documentation, as needed
Managing and hiring Lawfare interns
Completing other duties as assigned by Lawfare management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field related to political science, government, journalism, history, law, or a technology-related discipline
Outstanding writing, analytical, and research skills
Interest in artificial intelligence, technology policy, and national security issues
Familiarity with AI and technology-policy debates is preferred
Ability to engage credibly with AI capabilities and their legal and policy implications is a plus
Able to work effectively with minimal supervision
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and organizational skills
Ability to take initiative and work in a fast-paced environment
Previous experience in editing, journalism, the legal industry, or digital media is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and dental care (with premiums fully paid by Lawfare)
Flexible hours
Participation in Lawfare’s 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match