The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine · 10 hours ago
Research Associate - Program on Health Care and Public Health
Keck Center
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$56K/yr - $71K/yr
2+ years expThe National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine is seeking a Research Associate for their Program on Health Care and Public Health. The role involves conducting background research, drafting papers, performing data analysis, and managing databases to support various projects and programs.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Develops pertinent background research which contributes to a greater understanding of conditions, issues and trends impacting assigned program(s) or project(s), subjects and topics
Drafts background papers
Prepares preliminary outlines of projects to determine appropriate methodology, which may involve developing an historical perspective; identifying prevailing social and economic conditions, outlining legislative considerations; regulatory impact; international involvement in issues; and future trends and implications
Performs research and analysis
Documents and establishes files on all statistical analyses performed
Prepares data for use in summaries, fact sheets, and reports
Edits report material developed by committee members, senior staff, and consultants
Responds to inquiries about study activities and increases public awareness of studies
Manages related databases, including reference databases
May assist with administrative duties related to programs/projects
Applying general professional level knowledge and principals of research, incumbent performs duties requiring the identification and analysis of various factors and independent judgment and discretion to recommend best course of action
Incumbent proceeds on own initiative in compliance with policies, procedures, and practices, but receives guidance or expertise from supervisor or higher-level staff when needed
May lead and/or supervise lower level support employees
Qualification
Required
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
Ability to develop relationships with co-workers and employees in other National Academies' departments through effective communication
Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent knowledge
Two years of related professional experience
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time
Ability to travel
None required for licenses, certification or registration
Preferred
Master's degree in a related field
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
Retirement and savings benefits
Leave benefits such as paid holidays and paid personal leave
Transportation subsidies
Education assistance
Company
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