‘Career Options: Science Policy’
Tennessee Governor’s Management Fellowship
Aug. 27, 2015—This fellowship gives recent graduates the opportunity to work for executive-level state government leaders in areas that interest them. It is a two-year commitment, and all of the fellows live and work in Nashville, Tennessee. Please visit the website for more information and if you have questions, those can be sent to tn.fellows@tn.gov. The Tennessee Governor’s Management Fellowship...
Volunteer Opportunity in Advocacy for the Alzheimer’s Association Mid-South Chapter
Jul. 28, 2015—Would you like to assist the Alzheimer’s Association in building a relationship with Congressman Jim Cooper and his staff throughout the year, as well as educating them on the foundation’s federal priorities? The Mid-South Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is head-quartered in Nashville, TN and has Advocacy Ambassadors assigned to our Tennessee Legislators. Dr. Eric...
From Vanderbilt to AAAS Fellowship Information Panel
May. 13, 2015—The AAAS Science and Technology Policy Fellowships provide opportunities for scientists and engineers to learn first-hand about policymaking while contributing their knowledge and analytical skills in the federal policy realm. Learn about the opportunities, process, and outcomes from the personal experiences of alumni Hillary Hager Carter, Nicole Garbarini, and Efrain Garcia as well as current...
Job Opportunity: Legislative Aide, FASEB
Apr. 21, 2015—The Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) seeks a Legislative Affairs Officer to assist in FASEB’s research advocacy program. The individual will track legislative and policy developments affecting FASEB member societies, draft congressional and correspondence, position papers and testimony, support the Director of Legislative Relations and Director of Public Affairs, represent FASEB and...
Paid Internship with House Committee on Science, Space and Technology for Spring 2015
Jan. 9, 2015—House Committee on Science, Space and Technology Internship The majority staff of the House Committee on Science, Space and Technology is looking for undergraduate and/or graduate interns for Spring 2015 under. Interns will have the responsibilities of providing legislative, general administrative support, answering phones, and other duties as assigned. Interns will be given opportunities to engage in...
Job Posting: Science and Technology Policy Fellowship, Institute for Defense Analysis Science and Technology Policy Institute, Washington D.C.
Dec. 5, 2014—About the Program:This highly selective two-year fellowship provides recent bachelor’s degree recipients with a unique opportunity to use their critical thinking and analytic skills to work on a diverse set of challenges in science and technology (S&T) policy areas, including space, energy and the environment, innovation and competitiveness, evaluation and scientometrics, information technologies, national security,...
Job Posting: Healthcare Policy Fellow, Representative Diane Black, Washington DC
Dec. 4, 2014—Rep. Diane Black seeks a Health Care Policy Fellow in her Washington, D.C. office In this position, the Legislative Fellow will act as legislative and administrative support to the policy team as it relates to health care initiatives. The Fellow will provide research and legislative drafting support while achieving a basic understanding of health policy...
Job Posting: Executive Coordinator, American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB), Rockville, MD
Oct. 31, 2014—The American Society of Plant Biologists (ASPB), a not-for-profit, member-based professional society of plant scientists, in partnership with the National Plant Science Council (NPSC), is seeking well-qualified applicants for the newly established position of Executive Coordinator. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy and other activities to drive heightened recognition and awareness...
Job Posting: Project Coordinator, The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), Washington D.C.
Oct. 31, 2014—The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) seeks a Project Coordinator to perform writing, data entry and analysis, and support activities as part of the Research and Development (R&D) Budget and Policy Program. Established in 1976, the R&D program strives to be a leading resource for accurate, impartial information on trends in federal science spending....
Vanderbilt students travel to Washington DC for science policy event
Oct. 30, 2014—Twenty-six Vanderbilt students explored the opportunities and challenges of setting policy on federal issues and advocacy related to science, technology, engineering and math during a two-day immersion event in Washington, D.C. The Oct. 16-17 workshop was designed to explain and demonstrate federal STEM policy and advocacy processes, and introduce the students to potential government sector and...
Job Posting: Science Policy Analyst, Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Bethesda, MD
Oct. 22, 2014—PRIMARY FUNCTIONWorks closely with FASEB leadership to develop and articulate public policy positions in the interest of investiga tors in the biomedical sciences MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Researches, develops, and drafts policy statements, letters, newsletter articles, congressional testimony, background papers, and press releases, using appropriate and accurate scientific information. Writes reports, position papers, and internal...
Job Posting: Science Policy Analyst, Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology, Washington D.C.
Oct. 15, 2014—Primary Responsibilty: Works closely with FASEB leadership to develop and articulate public policy positions in the interest of investigators in the biomedical sciences. MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Researches, develops, and drafts policy statements, letters, newsletter articles, congressional testimony, background papers, and press releases, using appropriate and accurate scientific information. Writes reports, position papers, and internal and external...
Job Posting: Regulatory Science & Policy Analyst, American Association for Cancer Research Inc., Washington D.C.
Oct. 15, 2014—Reports to: Director, Regulatory Science and PolicyDepartment: Science Policy & Government Affairs Location: AACR’s Washington DC OfficeEmployment Status: Full-time/ Exempt Position Description and Responsibilities: Assist the Director of Regulatory Science and Policy in developing and expanding AACR’s Regulatory Science and Policy portfolio. Research key topics and manage regulatory science related activities for the organization. Help...
BPS Congressional Fellowship, deadline Oct 14
Oct. 8, 2014—Apply for the BPS Congressional Fellowship: Deadline October 14 Interested in using your science skills to inform science policy or do you know a BPS member who is? The BPS Congressional Fellow will spend a year working on Capitol Hill in Washington helping develop policy while also participating in the AAAS Science & Technology Fellowship Program. Visit the website for...
Webinar on AAAS Science & Technology (S&T) Policy Fellowships, Oct 7
Sep. 26, 2014—Want to contribute your science knowledge to directly address societal challenges? Are you intrigued by the policy making process and seeking a way to develop science policy skills? Learn how you too can have a monumental fellowship experience! Join us for a live video chat session to learn more about the AAAS Science & Technology (S&T)...
ASPIRE externship opportunity for students and postdocs interested in STEM policy
Aug. 30, 2014—If you’re interested in a career in science policy, you won’t want to miss this unique opportunity to participate in an expense-paid trip to Washington D.C. for Federal STEM Policy and Advocacy: An Inside the Beltway Look. Federal STEM Policy & Advocacy:An Inside the Beltway Look October 16 – 17, 2014Washington, D.C. Hosted by the Vanderbilt...
Interested in a government career? Consider the Presidential Management Fellowship Program – STEM track
Aug. 19, 2014—If you are interested in a management or administrative career with the US federal government, consider applying for the Presidential Management Fellowship program-STEM track. The PMF program began in 1977 to help graduate students with advanced degrees in public policy or law transition to a career in the federal government. Over time, the program expanded to...
Conference opportunity for biomedical engineers interested in science policy
Jul. 28, 2014—AIMBE is hosting a Public Policy Training Institute on September 3-5 in Washington, DC geared toward educating and informing participants about the public policy landscape that surrounds health and regulatory science. Attendees will learn from some of Washington’s top insiders about the role of policy in shaping the scientific enterprise. Sessions with confirmed speakers are highlighted below. ...
Job Opportunity: Science Policy Analyst, The American Association of Immunologists, Bethesda, Maryland
Jul. 23, 2014—The American Association of Immunologists (www.aai.org), a professional society of research scientists, seeks a Science Policy Analyst to provide scientific expertise to the AAI public affairs program. Duties include analyzing and responding to relevant issues affecting biomedical research and supporting various AAI programs and activities. Ph.D. in immunology or related field, post-doctoral research experience, and...
Internship Opportunity: White House Public Service Leadership Program, Washington DC
Jul. 17, 2014—The White House Internship Program provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable professional experience and build leadership skills. This hands-on program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young leaders, strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office and prepare them for future public service opportunities. The White House Internship Program’s mission is to make the...