Research Policy Specialist

3 days ago

Washington DC USA, United States Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine Full time
Job Title: Research Policy Lead

Join our team at the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine as a Research Policy Lead, where you will play a crucial role in promoting alternatives to the use of animals in medical research through legislative advocacy and outreach.

About the Role

This is a full-time exempt position that requires a minimum of seven years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of five years' experience with federal lobbying. As a Research Policy Lead, you will be responsible for leading congressional outreach activities, building collaborative relationships with research agencies, congressional staff, academic scientists, and other organizations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead congressional outreach activities to replace animal research with human-based approaches, including lobbying, communications with congressional members and staff, educational and scientific briefings, and meetings.
  • Build collaborative relationships with research agencies, congressional staff, academic scientists, and other organizations.
  • Represent the Physicians Committee to a variety of audiences, including staff on Capitol Hill, research agencies, academic scientists, the public, and Physicians Committee membership.
  • Manage research policy outreach activities, such as conferences, briefings, workshops, and symposia, and help the Research and Regulatory Affairs department with logistics and organization.
  • Conduct research, prepare policy materials, and create and update resources advocating an increase in the use of nonanimal methods in research.
  • Support Physicians Committee scientists and lobbyists with their programs to replace animal use in research.
Requirements
  • A minimum of seven years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of five years' experience with federal lobbying.
  • Knowledge of federal lobbying processes and activities.
  • Strong relationships with the staff members of congressional offices.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary range of $78,000 to $82,000.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability income protection insurance.
  • 20 days of paid time off to start, plus 14 paid holidays.
How to Apply

To apply, please submit a formal cover letter and resume. In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in our mission, your related experience and accomplishments, and your professional goals. You may also be asked to respond in writing to screening questions.

Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis. We look forward to hearing from you

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