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## Charting

the Future of

Biotechnology

Read the Report

Congress charged the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology with conducting a thorough review of how advancements in emerging biotechnology and related technologies will shape current and future activities of the Department of Defense.

## Mission

Congress charged the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology with the responsibility of examining the critical intersection of emerging biotechnology and national security. When Congress created the Commission, it defined the Commission’s formal mandate as conducting a thorough review of how advancements in emerging biotechnology and related technologies will shape current and future national defense activities, including activities of the Department of Defense. The Commission will submit its comprehensive report to Congress in 2025, which will include policy recommendations that respond to our mandate. The work of the Commission will continue through 2026 as we work to educate and expand upon our recommendations.

## ">">Biotechnology
In Action

## NSCEB Roadshow

The NSCEB is hitting the road to highlight biotechnology across America, including the companies, academic institutions, industry alliances, workforce development programs, and policy initiatives that are driving the future for this rapidly growing industry. Commissioners intend to continue learning about the work being done across this vibrant ecosystem while engaging on the key findings and recommendations from the Commission’s recent report to Congress. 

">">Roadshow Events

## Bioliteracy In Action

Bioliteracy is the concept of equipping people with an understanding of, and ability to engage with, biotechnology in their everyday lives. In the same way that we engage with computers, everyone should one day be as comfortable with biotechnology. Different groups and organizations across our country are driving bioliteracy efforts and expanding access to biology education, tools, and resources for the public, students, and workers. These are examples of bioliteracy in action across America today.

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## Commissioners

The Commission is comprised of appointed members selected by a bipartisan, bicameral group of Members of the House and Senate, including the Speaker of the House, House Minority Leader, Senate Majority Leader, Senate Minority Leader, and leadership of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees.

**Senator Todd Young**
Chair

**Dr. Michelle Rozo**
Vice Chair

**Senator Alex Padilla**

**Rep. Stephanie Bice**

**Rep. Ro Khanna**

**Paul Arcangeli**

**Dr. Angela Belcher**

**Dawn Meyerriecks**

**Dr. Eric Schmidt**

**Dr. Alexander Titus**

**Dr. Dov Zakheim**

## About Us

Congress charged the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology with conducting a thorough review of how advancements in emerging biotechnology and related technologies will shape current and future activities of the Department of Defense.

The Commission is a legislative branch advisory entity and is expected to provide an interim report to the President and the Armed Services Committees in December 2023 and submit a final, unclassified report in 2025, including recommendations for action by Congress and the federal government.

If you have ideas to share or would like to contribute to the work of the Commission, please email us at [email protected].

Authorizing Statute (PL117-81 Section 1091)

## Latest News

Read More

•

Analysis, Press Release

## New Analysis: Urgent Policy Action Needed to Maintain U.S. Global Leadership over China in Biotech Innovation

•

December 19, 2025

•

Legislation, Letter, Press Release

## NSCEB Commissioners Urge Lawmakers to Further Enable Biotechnology as the Next Wave of Battlefield Innovation

•

December 10, 2025

•

Legislation, Press Release

## Biotechnology Breaks Through in FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act

•

December 9, 2025

## Careers

We welcome applicants for all positions with a strong work ethic, ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and an ability to manage multiple work streams with competing timelines.  The Commission is an equal-opportunity employer.

## To apply

Send an email to [email protected] with the following information:

## Email Subject

Position Name [Your Last Name]

## Body of Email

Include the following:

• Desired Start Date
• Salary Requirements (optional)
• Tell us in no more than 300 words why you are the right fit to join the Commission staff
• Attach your current resume

## Open Positions

## Detailee

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology seeks experienced current Federal employees for Detailee positions with the Commission’s policy and research team. Responsibilities may include research and policy development for legislative and executive action; engaging with stakeholders including other government agencies and non-government entities; drafting and editing memos, reports, and other written products; and collaborating with other Commission staff to execute on Commissioner-driven ideas and requests. Ideal candidates will have expertise relevant to biotechnology, biomanufacturing, or other emerging technologies; excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team; strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills; and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. 

## Policy Fellow

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) seeks fall policy fellows available to work 20 to 40 hours per week. This is an early career fellowship for college graduates or graduate students with 1-5 years of work experience. The fellowship will provide an exciting opportunity to gain firsthand policy and research experience working at the intersection of national security and emerging biotechnology. Responsibilities may include: research; assisting with policy development; drafting and editing internal written products; and other duties as assigned. Ideal applicants will have demonstrated experience in science and technology policy, biology, or national security; excellent verbal and written communication skills; exceptional attention to detail; experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team; strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills; and the ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment.  

This is an unpaid position, but applicants are permitted to accept external funding from other sources. In-person work at our office in Arlington, VA is preferred, but we will consider remote candidates. 

When applying for this role, please list your hours of availability during the fall and your desired start and end dates. Please also indicate your interest in one or more of the following policy areas: 

• Infrastructure and biomanufacturing;  

• Medical and non-medical biotechnology product regulation;  

• U.S.-China competition (Mandarin proficiency strongly preferred); and/or  

• Science innovation ecosystem. 

## Legislative Affairs Fellow

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) seeks full-time fall fellows to contribute to the Commission’s policy implementation. This is an early career fellowship for college graduates or graduate students with 1-5 years of work experience. This fellow will play a critical role in advancing the Commission’s congressional strategy, supporting high-level interactions with Congress, and strengthening the Commission’s impact on Capitol Hill. Responsibilities may include: monitoring relevant legislative developments in both House and Senate; monitoring Congressional hearings and public events; assisting staff in drafting and editing both internal and public written products to dri...

## Home

## Charting

the Future of

Biotechnology

Read the Report

Congress charged the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology with conducting a thorough review of how advancements in emerging biotechnology and related technologies will shape current and future activities of the Department of Defense.

## Mission

Congress charged the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology with the responsibility of examining the critical intersection of emerging biotechnology and national security. When Congress created the Commission, it defined the Commission’s formal mandate as conducting a thorough review of how advancements in emerging biotechnology and related technologies will shape current and future national defense activities, including activities of the Department of Defense. The Commission will submit its comprehensive report to Congress in 2025, which will include policy recommendations that respond to our mandate. The work of the Commission will continue through 2026 as we work to educate and expand upon our recommendations.

## ">">Biotechnology
In Action

## NSCEB Roadshow

The NSCEB is hitting the road to highlight biotechnology across America, including the companies, academic institutions, industry alliances, workforce development programs, and policy initiatives that are driving the future for this rapidly growing industry. Commissioners intend to continue learning about the work being done across this vibrant ecosystem while engaging on the key findings and recommendations from the Commission’s recent report to Congress. 

">">Roadshow Events

## Bioliteracy In Action

Bioliteracy is the concept of equipping people with an understanding of, and ability to engage with, biotechnology in their everyday lives. In the same way that we engage with computers, everyone should one day be as comfortable with biotechnology. Different groups and organizations across our country are driving bioliteracy efforts and expanding access to biology education, tools, and resources for the public, students, and workers. These are examples of bioliteracy in action across America today.

">Interest Form

## Filter Map

All

Roadshow

Bioliteracy

Commissioner events

Staff events

×

## Loading...

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## Commissioners

The Commission is comprised of appointed members selected by a bipartisan, bicameral group of Members of the House and Senate, including the Speaker of the House, House Minority Leader, Senate Majority Leader, Senate Minority Leader, and leadership of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees.

**Senator Todd Young**
Chair

**Dr. Michelle Rozo**
Vice Chair

**Senator Alex Padilla**

**Rep. Stephanie Bice**

**Rep. Ro Khanna**

**Paul Arcangeli**

**Dr. Angela Belcher**

**Dawn Meyerriecks**

**Dr. Eric Schmidt**

**Dr. Alexander Titus**

**Dr. Dov Zakheim**

## About Us

Congress charged the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology with conducting a thorough review of how advancements in emerging biotechnology and related technologies will shape current and future activities of the Department of Defense.

The Commission is a legislative branch advisory entity and is expected to provide an interim report to the President and the Armed Services Committees in December 2023 and submit a final, unclassified report in 2025, including recommendations for action by Congress and the federal government.

If you have ideas to share or would like to contribute to the work of the Commission, please email us at [email protected].

Authorizing Statute (PL117-81 Section 1091)

## Latest News

Read More

•

Analysis, Press Release

## New Analysis: Urgent Policy Action Needed to Maintain U.S. Global Leadership over China in Biotech Innovation

•

December 19, 2025

•

Legislation, Letter, Press Release

## NSCEB Commissioners Urge Lawmakers to Further Enable Biotechnology as the Next Wave of Battlefield Innovation

•

December 10, 2025

•

Legislation, Press Release

## Biotechnology Breaks Through in FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act

•

December 9, 2025

## Careers

We welcome applicants for all positions with a strong work ethic, ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and an ability to manage multiple work streams with competing timelines.  The Commission is an equal-opportunity employer.

## To apply

Send an email to [email protected] with the following information:

## Email Subject

Position Name [Your Last Name]

## Body of Email

Include the following:

• Desired Start Date
• Salary Requirements (optional)
• Tell us in no more than 300 words why you are the right fit to join the Commission staff
• Attach your current resume

## Open Positions

## Detailee

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology seeks experienced current Federal employees for Detailee positions with the Commission’s policy and research team. Responsibilities may include research and policy development for legislative and executive action; engaging with stakeholders including other government agencies and non-government entities; drafting and editing memos, reports, and other written products; and collaborating with other Commission staff to execute on Commissioner-driven ideas and requests. Ideal candidates will have expertise relevant to biotechnology, biomanufacturing, or other emerging technologies; excellent verbal and written communication skills; experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team; strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills; and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. 

## Policy Fellow

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) seeks fall policy fellows available to work 20 to 40 hours per week. This is an early career fellowship for college graduates or graduate students with 1-5 years of work experience. The fellowship will provide an exciting opportunity to gain firsthand policy and research experience working at the intersection of national security and emerging biotechnology. Responsibilities may include: research; assisting with policy development; drafting and editing internal written products; and other duties as assigned. Ideal applicants will have demonstrated experience in science and technology policy, biology, or national security; excellent verbal and written communication skills; exceptional attention to detail; experience working as part of a multi-disciplinary team; strong interpersonal, organizational, and planning skills; and the ability to work productively in a fast-paced environment.  

This is an unpaid position, but applicants are permitted to accept external funding from other sources. In-person work at our office in Arlington, VA is preferred, but we will consider remote candidates. 

When applying for this role, please list your hours of availability during the fall and your desired start and end dates. Please also indicate your interest in one or more of the following policy areas: 

• Infrastructure and biomanufacturing;  

• Medical and non-medical biotechnology product regulation;  

• U.S.-China competition (Mandarin proficiency strongly preferred); and/or  

• Science innovation ecosystem. 

## Legislative Affairs Fellow

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB) seeks full-time fall fellows to contribute to the Commission’s policy implementation. This is an early career fellowship for college graduates or graduate students with 1-5 years of work experience. This fellow will play a critical role in advancing the Commission’s congressional strategy, supporting high-level interactions with Congress, and strengthening the Commission’s impact on Capitol Hill. Responsibilities may include: monitoring relevant legislative developments in both House and Senate; monitoring Congressional hearings and public events; assisting staff in drafting and editing both internal and public written products to dri...