Science Policy Fellowship

Research America’s Mission
The Research!America alliance advocates for science, discovery, and innovation to achieve better health for all. We advocate for a federal policy climate that helps empower our nation’s biomedical and health research sectors as they work to accelerate medical progress.

Job Summary
Research!America is offering a paid, temporary fellowship with telework opportunity possible. Fellows assist the organization in advancing its mission and objectives through education, advocacy and public policy activities. The fellowship is a one-year appointment (start and end dates are flexible). Fellowship will be directly supervised and mentored by the Senior Director of Policy and Advocacy, who will provide routine feedback. An online Microsoft 365 license will be provided.

Job Description
The science policy fellow will:

• Track relevant policy issues, including budget and appropriations legislation.
• ​Perform background research and write fact sheets, newsletter articles and text for Research!America’s website.
• Complete and present a self-directed project on a science policy topic relevant to the mission of Research!America.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and hearings on Capitol Hill, as well as events off Capitol Hill that are relevant to our organization’s mission.
• Provide administrative and project management support as requested.

Eligibility
Individuals with a PhD or other terminal degree who seek science policy experience in the areas of biomedical research, health services research and other health research disciplines, and related Research!America priorities. Ideal candidates have a strong academic background and excellent oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with the health and life sciences research sectors is preferred. Candidates must have experience with Microsoft Office software.

Compensation
Salary is $4,500 per month. Research!America offers a benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; and long- and short-term disability insurance.