Associate Program Officer: Lead Science & Policy Projects

National Academy of Sciences

Washington (District of Columbia)

Hybrid

USD 74,000 - 92,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave and travel support

Job summary

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine seeks an Associate Program Officer to lead projects in mathematics, statistics, chemistry, and related fields within the PSSI program. The APO will help develop strategies, budgets, and schedules, coordinating with experts and sponsors to advance policy-relevant science.

Under general supervision, you will recruit committee members, organize workshops, and manage publication materials, ensuring high-quality written products for

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a mathematical science, engineering, physical science, or field related to defense and energy policy.
Three years of related professional experience.
Advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead assigned projects; develop strategies, budgets, and schedules.
Perform financial and administrative tasks; monitor budgets and expenditures.
Organize workshops and convenings; prepare summaries.
Identify and recruit committee and panel nominees; support expert groups.
Coordinate with chairs, consultants, sponsors; ensure timely information flow.

Skills

Project leadership

Policy analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree (mathematical/physical sciences or related field)

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Under general supervision, you will recruit committee members, organize workshops, and manage publication materials, ensuring high-quality written products for

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