‘Career Options: Science Policy’
Job Opportunity: Science Policy Analyst, APS
Feb. 26, 2014—The American Physiological Society seeks a Science Policy Analyst to identify emerging issues involving biomedical research with animals; help formulate Society responses to these issues; and keep the APS leadership and members informed on these issues. Qualifications will include an advanced degree in the life sciences; familiarity with life sciences research; superior communication and interpersonal...
Public Service Fellows Program
Feb. 18, 2014—The Public Service Fellows Program at the Partnership for Public Service is an opportunity for undergraduate students, graduate students and recent graduates to participate directly in transforming the way government works while developing valuable professional skills. At the Partnership, fellows are integral to the day-to-day operations, programs and activities of our organization. We value the contributions...
“Planning a Career in Today’s Landscape” article by Kenneth Gibbs
Jan. 30, 2014—November 2013 PhD Career Connections speaker Kenneth Gibbs shares his experience when he made the nerve-wracking decision to step away from lab science, highlighting his non-traditional journey since. When, after completing my Ph.D. in immunology, I told colleagues and mentors that I had accepted a position as a Science & Technology (S&T) Policy Fellow at the American...
Job Opportunity: Legislative Specialist, National Science Foundation
Jan. 27, 2014—Job Title: Legislative Specialist, GS-0301-11/12 DEAgency: National Science FoundationJob Announcement Number: LPA-2014-0002SALARY RANGE: $63,091.00 to $98,305.00 / Per YearOPEN PERIOD: Thursday, January 23, 2014 to Wednesday, January 29, 2014SERIES & GRADE: GS-0301-11/12POSITION INFORMATION: Full-time. – Permanent.PROMOTION POTENTIAL:13DUTY LOCATIONS: FEW vacancies – Arlington, VA View MapWHO MAY APPLY: Any US Citizen. This opportunity is also open to status candidates and...
Internship Opportunity: The Office of Science and Technology Policy
Jan. 24, 2014—The Office of Science and Technology Policy is currently accepting applications for its Summer 2014 Internship Program. The application deadline is 11:59pm Friday, March 7. Students who are U.S. citizens and who will be actively enrolled during the 2014 academic year are welcome to apply. More information and application instructions are available at http://www.whitehouse.gov/ostp/about/student/. About OSTP. The Office...
Job Opportunity: Associate Program Officer, Government-University-Industry Research Roundtable
Jan. 2, 2014—Associate Program Officer, Government-University-Industry Research Roundtable Location: Corporate Headquarters – DC Department: Policy & Global Affairs Div Job Req #: 130185-6 Basic Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent knowledge with 3 years of related professional experience. Master’s in science or science policy; government and/or business exposure desired. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite desired. Knowledge of...
Job Opportunity: Senior Science Policy Analyst, American Association of Cancer Research
Jan. 2, 2014—AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF CANCER RESEARCH Date Posted: 12/16/13 Deadline for Applying: Open until filled Position Title: Senior Science Policy Analyst Reports to: Director of Science Policy Department: Science Policy & Government Affairs Location: 1425 K Street NW, Washington, DC Employment Status: Full-time/ Exempt POSITION DESCRIPTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES Contribute to the...
Job Opportunity: Health Policy Analyst, American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists
Jan. 2, 2014—The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is a not-for-profit membership organization supporting over 57,000 members/physicians across the country. As the experts in women’s health we provide a wide range of services for the nation’s leading group of professionals. Located in S.W. Washington, DC, we provide a positive, supportive work environment, excellent benefits and so...
Job Opportunity: IDA – STPI Science Policy Fellowship Program
Jan. 2, 2014—IDA – STPI Science Policy Fellowship Program Job ID 2013-2089 # Positions 6 More information about this job: Fellows will work with a team of researchers to support a wide variety of S&T policy-related tasks. Duties may include conducting survey-based and interview-based research, database development, use of data...
Job Opportunity: The Department of Energy’s EERE Science and Technology Policy (STP) Fellowships
Jan. 2, 2014—The Department of Energy’s EERE Science and Technology Policy (STP) Fellowshipswill serve as the next step in the educational and professional development of leaders in energy efficiency and renewable energy policy, providing an opportunity for scientists and engineers with relevant energy technology experience to participate in policy-related projects at DOE’s Office of Energy Efficiency and...
Postdocs can apply now for the AAI Public Policy Fellows Program
Dec. 17, 2013—Postdoctoral fellows and other early career scientists with an immunology background and interest in science policy are invited to apply for the 2014 AAI Public Policy Fellows Program. The PPFP provides postdoctoral fellows and other junior scientists who are committed to a career in biomedical research with the opportunity to learn about and participate in the...
Applications open for the California Science and Technology Policy Fellowship
Dec. 16, 2013—Offered by the California Council on Science and Technology (CCST), the California Science and Technology Policy Fellowships place professional scientists and engineers in the California State Legislature for one-year appointments. These professional development opportunities enable fellows to work hands on with policy-makers to develop solutions to complex scientific and technical issues facing California through their interaction...
Apply for the Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award to receive a travel award to DC
Nov. 25, 2013—Graduate students in the biological sciences who have demonstrated initiative and leadership in science policy can apply today for the Emerging Public Policy Leadership Award. Recipients obtain first-hand experience at the interface of science and public policy. Winners will receive a trip to Washington, DC, to participate in the Biological and Ecological Sciences Coalition Congressional Visits Day, an annual...
Kenny Gibbs to discuss science policy and research on career choice of STEM PhDs
Oct. 26, 2013—Don’t miss the November PhD Career Connections seminar about Science Policy on Wednesday, November 13! The speaker is Dr. Kenny Gibbs, who recently finished a AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowship at the National Science Foundation. During his AAAS Fellowship, Kenny conducted research about factors that influence career choice of STEM PhD students and postdoctoral fellows. He also...
Presidential Management Fellows program now accepting applications
Oct. 2, 2013—The Class of 2014 Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) Program Application is now open. Applications are due by 11:59PM (EST) on October 15, 2013. You may access the application on www.USAJOBS.gov, or from the PMF homepage, www.PMF.gov. Remember to study the PMF Assessment Preparation Guide (available at http://www.pmf.gov/become-a-pmf/assessment-process.aspx) before you begin the on-line assessment portion of the application. NEW...
Job Posting: Associate Director of Science Policy, American Association for Cancer Research, Washington DC
Sep. 30, 2013—The Associate Director of Science Policy position is through the American Association for Cancer Research, Inc, Science Policy & Government Affairs Department, in Washington DC. Position Description and Responsibilities:• Proactively provide direction and support for the AACR’s national policy activities and priorities in terms of advice, needs assessment, strategies for implementation, and execution of activities toward...
PhD Career Connections: Policy (November)
Sep. 9, 2013—PhD Career Connections presents Science Policy Discussion with: Dr. Kenneth Gibbs Wednesday, November 13, 2013 12:15-1:15 PM Location: Light Hall, Room 208 Advance registration requested. Kenneth Gibbs is currently serving as a Cancer Prevention Fellow with the National Cancer Institute (NCI). From 2011-2013, he served as a Science and Technology Policy Fellow with the...
Job Opportunity: Science Policy with FASEB
Aug. 9, 2013—The individual will track legislative and policy developments affecting FASEB member societies, draft congressional and membership correspondence, position papers and testimony, support the Director of Legislative Relations and Director of Public Affairs, represent FASEB and its member societies in meetings on Capitol Hill and with other coalition partners, and arrange and staff meetings for FASEB...