Paid Science Policy Fellowship (PhD or other terminal degree)

Research America’s Mission

The Research!America alliance advocates for science, discovery, and innovation to achieve better health for all. We advocate for a federal policy climate that strengthens our nation’s biomedical and health research sectors as they work to accelerate medical progress.

Job Summary

Research!America is offering a paid, one-year fellowship named in honor of Louis Sullivan, MD for individuals with a PhD or other terminal degree who seek science policy experience. Telework opportunity is possible, and start and end dates are flexible. The fellow will assist Research!America in advancing its mission and objectives through education, advocacy and public policy activities with the goal of integrating the following objectives into Research!America’s work:

• Accelerating advocacy efforts to improve health equity;
• Developing cross-sector efforts to advance STEM workforce diversity; and
• Partnering with HBCUs and other minority serving institutions to expand their profile in the U.S. medical research world while highlighting the important work they are already doing.

Job Description

The Dr. Louis Sullivan Science Policy Fellow will:

• Track relevant policy issues, including budget and appropriations legislation.
• Perform background research and write fact sheets, newsletter articles and text for Research!America’s website.
• Complete and present a self-directed project on a science policy topic relevant to the mission of the Dr. Sullivan fellowship.
• Attend briefings, meetings, and hearings on Capitol Hill, as well as events off Capitol Hill that are relevant to Research!America’s mission.
• Provide administrative and project management support as requested.

Eligibility

Individuals with a PhD or other terminal degree who seek science policy experience in the areas of biomedical research, health services research and other health research disciplines, and related Research!America priorities. Ideal candidates have a strong academic background, excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated interest in advancing health equity and workforce diversity. Familiarity with the health and life sciences research sectors is preferred. Candidates must have experience with Microsoft Office software.

Compensation

Salary is $4,500/month. Research!America offers a benefits package that include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; and long- and short-term disability insurance. A commuter benefit is available for those working a hybrid schedule in our Arlington, VA office.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to email a cover letter and resume to hr@researchamerica.org. Please include academic status, specific area(s) of interest and expertise, reason(s) for wanting to be a Research!America fellow, availability, and contact information for three references. Please submit applications by April 25, 2025.

Research!America is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.