Research Associate, Human Rights & Policy Analysis

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine in Washington, DC is seeking a professional to conduct research, analyze data, and prepare background papers and program materials. The role involves drafting outlines, editing reports, and managing bibliographic databases while supporting external relations and public awareness efforts.

The position emphasizes independent judgment, collaboration across offices, and strong communication skills; hybrid work with onsite presence is expected.

Qualifications

• Ability to solve intellectual problems of appreciable variety and complexity using originality and ingenuity.
• Ability to exercise appreciable latitude for independent judgment and action.
• Experience working in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness.
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal skills with a proven ability to interact with all levels of employees.

Responsibilities

• Performs research and analysis, and drafts background papers.
• Prepares preliminary outlines of projects and determines methodology.
• Writes and edits program materials, reports, and summaries.
• Manages bibliographic and analytical databases and documents analyses.
• Creates bibliographies, graphics, and tables for program materials.
• Supports external relations and public awareness activities.

Skills

Research skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Editorial writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine in Washington, DC is seeking a professional to conduct research, analyze data, and prepare background papers and program materials. The role involves drafting outlines, editing reports, and managing bibliographic databases while supporting external relations and public awareness efforts.

The position emphasizes independent judgment, collaboration across offices, and strong communication skills; hybrid work with onsite presence is expected.