Research Associate, Food & Nutrition Policy & DRIs

National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is seeking a Research Associate to support the DRIs project. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, data analysis, and preparing background materials and reports.

The role involves coordinating meetings, maintaining project records, and ensuring accurate, high-quality publications. The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), strong research methods, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid

Qualifications

• Knowledge of research methodologies, literature review techniques, and information analysis.
• Ability to analyze complex information, synthesize findings, and communicate results clearly.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and sound judgment in solving a variety of research and program-related challenges.

Responsibilities

• Conducts research and analysis to support the DRIs project.
• Identifies, evaluates, and synthesizes information from scientific literature, data sources, and other relevant materials.
• Develops research methodologies and prepares project outlines.
• Summarizes findings for reports, fact sheets, presentations, and other project deliverables.
• Verifies references and validates factual content in reports and supporting materials.
• Manages project databases, prepares briefing materials, and coordinates meeting logistics.

Skills

Research methodologies

Literature reviews

Data analysis

Communication

Project coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Research databases

Job description

National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is seeking a Research Associate to support the DRIs project. Responsibilities include conducting literature reviews, data analysis, and preparing background materials and reports.

The role involves coordinating meetings, maintaining project records, and ensuring accurate, high-quality publications. The position requires a Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred), strong research methods, and the ability to work independently in a hybrid