Telecommunications Researcher

Corner Alliance is a dynamic, growing consulting firm that devotes itself to providing an enriching employee experience while working in meaningful ways to create results for the government. We are currently seeking a Telecommunications Researcher with 10+ years of experience required to join our team and fully embrace our commitment to deliver, grow and thrive.  

About the Role: 

As a Telecommunications Researcher supporting our federal government client, you will be trusted to provide senior-level telecommunications oversight and technical expertise across a myriad of Wireless Communications R&D topics. This role requires a seasoned leader with deep knowledge of the wireless telecommunications industry, strong familiarity with the research community, and established relationships across government, industry, academia, and other key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring an appreciation for both foundational research and practical technology transition.  

Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):  

• Advise on the technical framing of workshops, webinars, panels, and demonstration events across the portfolio 
• Translate foundational research results toward development, demonstration, and translation outcomes, particularly for verticals-driven projects 
• Identify translation opportunities and connect research teams with relevant industry partners and vertical-market stakeholders 
• Support recurring progress meetings with funded teams and with NSF Program Directors 
• Serve as a liaison to related organizations and initiatives, including research testbeds, standards bodies, and industry alliances 
• Contribute technical perspective to collaboration and teaming activities that bring research teams together 
• Advise the Virtual Office on where the global telecommunications landscape is moving and where the program should concentrate 
• Provide input to program reporting, annual lessons learned, and the improvement process 

Location: 

You will work as part of a primarily remote team, with two semi-annual meetings at locations in the United States. 

Experience/Skills:  

• 10+ years of experience in wireless telecommunications, networking, or a related field, including substantial experience in wireless telecommunications research and development.  
• A background in academic research, or a demonstrated track record of collaborating with academic researchers, sufficient to earn the confidence of university research teams 
• Demonstrated technology translation experience, moving research results toward commercialization, standards, open source, or operational deployment 
• Deep understanding of the global wireless telecommunications industry landscape, including key technology trends, stakeholders, and innovation pathways 
• Working knowledge of emerging wireless vertical industries such as manufacturing, transportation, energy, healthcare, and public safety 
• Demonstrated ability to engage credibly with senior leaders across government, industry, academia, and research organizations 
• A working understanding of the National Science Foundation's role across fundamental research and translation, including the Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships 
• Established relationships across the telecommunications stakeholder community 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills. 
• US citizenship or permanent resident and the ability to pass public trust clearance or suitability 

Preferred Experience/Skills: 

• Experience supporting federal research, innovation, or technology transition programs.  
• Established relationships across the wireless telecommunications, networking, and innovation ecosystem. 
• Experience working with research testbeds, public-private partnerships, standards bodies, or technology transition initiatives. 

Don’t think you have everything for this role but are still very interested? Please don’t hold back from applying because you may not have it all. You can learn and grow with us. We're looking for someone who is coachable, unflappable in navigating challenges, resourceful in learning new skills, innovative in challenging the status quo, excellent in writing, analytical in thinking, skilled in prioritization, and a rapport builder with clients and colleagues. 

About Us: 

Corner Alliance offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for full-time employees including 401k matching (4%), PTO (3 weeks to start, 4 weeks (2-5 years) and 5 weeks (5 years+)), health, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, FSA accounts, 4 weeks of paid parental leave, 11 paid holidays (including your birthday off), fitness & cell phone reimbursements, monthly all hands update meetings, annual in-person all hands team building day and evening out, regular check-ins for professional growth goals, semi-monthly one on one performance manager meetings, a social team that coordinates monthly events, use of technology like Slack to keep us connected and collaborative, and overall, a company culture dedicated to a highly engaged team.  

Corner Alliance is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by applicable law. We are dedicated to building a talented workforce that reflects the strength of our society and our shared commitment to excellence. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Corner Alliance please call (202) 754-8120 or email [email protected]. Corner Alliance participates in the E-verify program and will provide the Federal Government with Form I-9 information to confirm work authorization in the U.S. 

Visit us at www.corneralliance.com to learn more. 

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