The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), historically a group focused primarily on nutrition and food safety, is searching for a Policy Associate to advance our efforts to address pressing public health challenges beyond nutrition and food safety. In recent years, we’ve leveraged our expertise and resources to advocate for transparency and evidence-based policymaking in the COVID-19 pandemic, improve the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA’s) regulation of medical products, and promote conflict-of-interest disclosures in research, and precision nutrition, among other topics. CSPI’s work in this realm aims to fight against misinformation and anti-science forces, and for scientific integrity, transparency, and agency accountability in U.S. public health policy.
We are searching for a science-savvy advocate to serve as a Policy Associate in CSPI’s Regulatory Transparency and Accountability Initiative. The Policy Associate will participate in advocacy campaigns related to a variety of topics, including: 1) Federal agency transparency; 2) Conflict-of-interest disclosures in research and policymaking; 3) Corporate and government accountability; and 4) Drug and medical device regulation.
This is a 12-month, grant-funded, full-time position with a likelihood of extension. The Policy Associate is a member of the Science Department and reports to the Senior Policy Scientist for Regulatory Transparency and Accountability. The position works in collaboration with colleagues across the organization engaged in activities related to these issues. The position is located in CSPI’s DC office, where we offer a hybrid work environment, or remotely within the United States.
About CSPI
CSPI, your food and health watchdog, is one of the nation’s leading public health advocacy organizations with an over 50-year record of fighting for science in the public interest. We’ve led efforts to win passage of many state and local policies to improve school foods, require calories on chain restaurant menu boards, and remove sugary drinks from children’s menus. National policy successes include the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act; Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act; Food Safety Modernization Act; and Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act. The Regulatory Transparency and Accountability team was a major force behind a recent rule from the FDA to regulate laboratory-developed tests.
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The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI), historically a group focused primarily on nutrition and food safety, is searching for a Policy Associate to advance our efforts to address pressing public health challenges beyond nutrition and food safety. In recent years, we’ve leveraged our expertise and resources to advocate for transparency and evidence-based policymaking in the COVID-19 pandemic, improve the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA’s) regulation of medical products, and promote conflict-of-interest disclosures in research, and precision nutrition, among other topics. CSPI’s work in this realm aims to fight against misinformation and anti-science forces, and for scientific integrity, transparency, and agency accountability in U.S. public health policy.
We are searching for a science-savvy advocate to serve as a Policy Associate in CSPI’s Regulatory Transparency and Accountability Initiative. The Policy Associate will…
CSPI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 3 weeks of annual vacation leave; additional paid holiday leave between December 24 and January 1; 8 weeks of paid parental leave; excellent medical and dental insurance with CSPI paying a significant portion of employee and dependent premiums; and a 3% employer match contribution to the retirement plan after six months of service. We also offer ½ day Fridays, which means full-time staff work 36 hours per week.
CSPI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 3 weeks of annual vacation leave; additional paid holiday leave between December 24 and January 1; 8 weeks of paid parental leave; excellent medical and dental insurance with CSPI paying a significant portion of employee and dependent premiums; and a 3% employer match contribution to the retirement plan after six months of service. We also offer ½ day Fridays, which means full-time staff work 36 hours per week.
Please utilize CSPI’s Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the position. You are required to submit a resume and, in lieu of a cover letter, answer screening questions regarding your relevant experience and interest. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, with priority to applications submitted by the November 27, 2024, deadline.
CSPI is committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspective, and skills and encourages people of diverse ages, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, disabilities, religions, races, ethnicities, socioeconomic statuses, work, and life experiences to apply.
Please utilize CSPI’s Paylocity Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to apply for the position. You are required to submit a resume and, in lieu of a cover letter, answer screening…