Research Associate - Physical Sciences & Infrastructure (Hybrid)

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 office/telecommute

Comprehensive benefits

Travel opportunities

Job summary

The National Academies, Washington, DC, seeks a Research Associate for the Physical Sciences, Systems and Infrastructure program. The role focuses on background research, data analysis, and technical writing to support reports, studies, and dissemination of findings.

You will prepare outlines, synthesize data, and manage references while collaborating with experts across disciplines. This is a hybrid role with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent knowledge.
• Two years of related professional experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs research and analysis, drafts background papers and prepares outlines.
• Writes and edits technical reports and program materials for committee use.
• Manages bibliographic databases and references; maintains files and archives.
• Supports meetings, workshops, and committee activities; summaries and briefings.
• Engages external stakeholders to increase public awareness of program work.

Skills

Problem solving

Independent judgment

Team collaboration

Communication

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The National Academies, Washington, DC, seeks a Research Associate for the Physical Sciences, Systems and Infrastructure program. The role focuses on background research, data analysis, and technical writing to support reports, studies, and dissemination of findings.

You will prepare outlines, synthesize data, and manage references while collaborating with experts across disciplines. This is a hybrid role with travel as needed.