Senior Policy Research Associate — Broadband Access

The Pew Charitable Trusts; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pew Charitable Trusts in Washington, DC seeks a senior associate to develop and implement its research agenda on broadband access and affordability, authoring papers and briefs, reviewing materials, and supporting communications and outreach.

The role includes coordinating external contracts, presenting findings, and ensuring deliverables align with project priorities, with Pew's hybrid work schedule and four telework flex weeks per year.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated research and analytical skills applied to public policy.
• Excellent written and oral communications, ability to write quickly and edit based on feedback.
• Non-partisan, evidence-based approach to research and projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration with internal/external partners.
• Ability to think strategically, manage multiple priorities, and attend to detail.

Responsibilities

• Foster an excellence-driven work environment and collaborative culture.
• Provide research, analysis, and writing support for projects including data collection and visualization.
• Participate in the full publication lifecycle from ideation to dissemination.
• Summarize state legislative and industry developments into actionable insights.
• Review proposals, monitor grant deliverables, and coordinate with grantees on methodology.
• Develop expertise on universal broadband access and digital equity through ongoing learning.

Skills

Research & analysis

Written & oral communication

Non-partisan approach

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

R

Stata

Job description

The Pew Charitable Trusts in Washington, DC seeks a senior associate to develop and implement its research agenda on broadband access and affordability, authoring papers and briefs, reviewing materials, and supporting communications and outreach.

The role includes coordinating external contracts, presenting findings, and ensuring deliverables align with project priorities, with Pew's hybrid work schedule and four telework flex weeks per year.