Metascience Policy Architect (Hybrid, Part-Time)

Federation of American Scientists; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 152,334 - 182,466; Part time

Job summary

A prominent scientific organization is seeking a Senior Advisor for Metascience to lead efforts in reforming federal scientific institutions and funding. This hybrid role emphasizes translating evidence into actionable policy and requires extensive experience with the federal government and metascience. The ideal candidate will engage with federal agencies, design impactful policy proposals, and support implementation strategies for research governance reforms. This part-time consultant position offers up to $15,000 monthly for 12 months.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in federal policy roles preferred.
• Experience providing technical assistance to agencies or Congress.
• Familiarity with federal grantmaking and research processes.

Responsibilities

• Map federal opportunities for metascience reforms.
• Design policy proposals for improving grantmaking.
• Work with federal agency staff to scope reform opportunities.
• Translate policy ideas into operational plans for adoption.
• Develop public-facing materials on metascience issues.

Skills

Extensive experience in federal government

Understanding of metascience

Experience with research funding agencies

Ability to translate evidence into policy

Strong communication skills

Comfort with ambiguity

Education

Advanced degree in relevant field

Job description

A prominent scientific organization is seeking a Senior Advisor for Metascience to lead efforts in reforming federal scientific institutions and funding. This hybrid role emphasizes translating evidence into actionable policy and requires extensive experience with the federal government and metascience. The ideal candidate will engage with federal agencies, design impactful policy proposals, and support implementation strategies for research governance reforms. This part-time consultant position offers up to $15,000 monthly for 12 months.