Policy Research Associate: Real-World Data & Health Policy

Duke University; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Margolis invites applications for a Policy Research Associate focused on real-world data and evidence. This hybrid role blends policy research with project management across health policy topics, requiring strong writing, analysis, and collaboration with senior researchers and external partners.

Responsibilities include developing study designs, drafting policy briefs, and coordinating complex projects within deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in policy/public health, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Experience in policy/research/data analysis at multiple levels.
• Equivalents may be considered.
• Strong writing and research capabilities required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute subject matter expertise in health policy to project design and goals.
• Draft research deliverables including white papers, briefs, and blogs.
• Manage complex research projects, timelines, and external sponsors.
• Collaborate with principal investigators, senior researchers, and stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent research skills

Excellent writing skills

Project management

Policy research

Communication skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in policy/public health/related

Master's or higher degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Research and analytic software

Job description

Duke Margolis invites applications for a Policy Research Associate focused on real-world data and evidence. This hybrid role blends policy research with project management across health policy topics, requiring strong writing, analysis, and collaboration with senior researchers and external partners.

Responsibilities include developing study designs, drafting policy briefs, and coordinating complex projects within deadlines.