Research Associate - Physical Sciences & Infrastructure

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays and personal leave

Transportation subsidies

Job summary

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is seeking a Research Associate for the PSSI program to develop background research, perform analyses, and draft papers to support studies across energy systems, infrastructure, and manufacturing. The role involves synthesizing data, preparing program materials, and contributing to committee outputs and public awareness.

Responsibilities include preparing outlines, managing references, and editing materials for reports and meetings,

Qualifications

• Ability to solve intellectual problems of appreciable variety and complexity.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact at all levels.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and develop relationships across departments.

Responsibilities

• Research, analysis, and methodology to support program studies.
• Prepare outlines for projects and determine appropriate methodologies.
• Draft technical papers, summaries, and program materials for review.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is seeking a Research Associate for the PSSI program to develop background research, perform analyses, and draft papers to support studies across energy systems, infrastructure, and manufacturing. The role involves synthesizing data, preparing program materials, and contributing to committee outputs and public awareness.

Responsibilities include preparing outlines, managing references, and editing materials for reports and meetings,