Lead Visionary in Environmental Change and Society

6 days ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine Full time
Job Overview

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine invite applications for a Lead Visionary in Environmental Change and Society. This senior leadership position will play a critical role in shaping the future of environmental research and policy.

About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to lead the Board on Environmental Change and Society (BECS), housed within the Division of Behavioral and Social Sciences and Education (DBASSE). BECS is the National Academies' primary voice for advancing research on the interactions between human activities and the environment.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the behavioral and social sciences and their applications to public policy, specifically focused on the dynamics of human-environment interactions. They will also possess strong leadership, administration, and management skills, with a proven track record of stewarding and growing relationships with federal, state, and private sponsors.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Pursue new lines of interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research, including social and behavioral science contributions to energy systems transitions, community climate resilience and adaptation, and greater coordination and integration across climate solution areas.
  2. Develop and maintain an impactful, interdisciplinary portfolio of projects/programs, establishing a vision and working strategy for studies and activities conducted within the program/board.
  3. Plan, conduct, and direct work on projects/programs, overseeing the management of numerous complex projects, assembling or overseeing board volunteer committees and their staff, and providing oversight and guidance to the conduct of their work.
  4. Maintain communication and productive working relationships with program volunteers, setting agendas and overseeing meeting arrangements, and overseeing quality assurance efforts.
  5. Oversee financial management of the unit, participating in business planning, conducting status meetings, coordinating logistical issues, and implementing planning, scheduling, and procedural changes.
  6. Respond to requests for studies/projects, developing and negotiating scope of work, budgets, and project staffing, leveraging board expertise, landscapes relevant fields, and works with prospective sponsors to develop high-impact programs/projects.
Requirements

Experience working in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness; ability to solve intellectual problems that reflect substantial variety and complexity; ability to serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.

A Ph.D. in a topic area or related field, or equivalent knowledge, is required. Advanced degrees in social and/or behavioral science, environmental studies, climate/environmental justice, or similar interdisciplinary expertise are preferred.

Ten years of related professional experience, five of which were in a supervisory capacity, with demonstrated impact on the advancement of science or policy through the successful completion of National Academies' activities or equivalent outside activities and through effective dissemination of these activities.

Benefits

The National Academies offer a competitive compensation package, including an estimated salary range of $126,880 - $198,250, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement and savings benefits, leave benefits, transportation subsidies, and education assistance.

The position reports to the Executive Director of DBASSE and offers a hybrid office/telecommute environment, with occasional travel between National Academies' facilities and off-site meeting/sponsor locations.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion

The National Academies value diversity among their staff, members, volunteers, partners, vendors, and audiences, recognizing that talent is broadly distributed in society and many perspectives enhance the quality of their work and drive innovation and impact.

They pledge to cultivate a workplace culture and climate that promotes inclusion, belonging, accessibility, and anti-racism; upholds equity; and values the participation of all who engage in advancing their mission.

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