Program Officer, Science & Technology Policy Research

American Academy of Arts & Sciences; United States; Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 115.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The American Academy of Arts & Sciences seeks a Program Officer to support When the Facts Change, a multidisciplinary initiative exploring how scientific knowledge evolves and how institutions respond to changing evidence. The Program Officer will oversee case study development, coordinate interdisciplinary research and expert working groups, and contribute to written publications and public engagement.

The role emphasizes independent, nonpartisan scholarship. Reporting to the John E.

Formación

• Ph.D in a relevant field preferred; minimum five years of professional experience.
• Strong research and analytical skills across disciplines.
• Excellent written and oral communication for diverse audiences.
• Experience managing complex collaborative research projects.
• Ability to engage scholars, policymakers, and leaders across fields.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and research tools.

Responsabilidades

• Implement the project's research agenda with steering committee and working groups.
• Oversee case study development and interdisciplinary research.
• Prepare written materials: memoranda, case studies, and reports.
• Coordinate researchers, questions, and deliverables.
• Organize expert meetings, workshops, and public events.
• Collaborate to ensure coordination across research activities.
• Develop outreach materials to make findings accessible.
• Monitor progress, timelines, and grant reports.
• Represent the project at meetings and briefings.
• May supervise Academy staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Research & analysis

Written communication

Oral communication

Project management

Collaboration

Organization

Microsoft Office

Educación

Ph.D in science-related field

Descripción del empleo

The American Academy of Arts & Sciences seeks a Program Officer to support When the Facts Change, a multidisciplinary initiative exploring how scientific knowledge evolves and how institutions respond to changing evidence. The Program Officer will oversee case study development, coordinate interdisciplinary research and expert working groups, and contribute to written publications and public engagement.

The role emphasizes independent, nonpartisan scholarship. Reporting to the John E.