Chuck Freilich

Chuck Freilich is an Adjunct Professor of Political Science at New York University, Columbia University, and Tel Aviv University. He previously served as Deputy National Security Adviser in Israel and was a Senior Fellow at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government. His research focuses on Israeli national security, U.S.-Middle East relations, and strategic policy formulation. He holds a Ph.D. in International Relations from Columbia University and has taught courses on the Arab-Israeli Conflict and Middle Eastern security strategy.

Education:

• Ph.D., International Relations – Columbia University
• M.S., Organizational Behavior – Tel Aviv University
• B.A., Political Science – Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Research Interests: Dr. Freilich examines decision-making processes in Israeli national security, evolving U.S. foreign policy toward the Middle East, and cyber threats in strategic contexts. His work combines academic rigor with real-world policy analysis, informed by his extensive government experience.

Publications Trends: His articles address critical issues like Turkish-Israeli relations under the AKP, structural flaws in Israeli security policymaking, and Israel's strategic calculus regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions. These works reflect a focus on regional stability, institutional reforms, and crisis management.

Awards:

• 2014 INSS Annual Book Prize for Zion’s Dilemmas

Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisee students are listed, though his career includes roles as a policy adviser to Israeli cabinet ministers and executive director of non-profits. He frequently contributes to media commentary via TV/radio platforms.