Scientific Policy Analyst

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What You Will Do:
We are currently searching for a Scientific Policy Analyst to support the mission of the Scientific Planning, Policy, and Analysis Branch of the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS). NIAMS has a strong commitment to our science policy and planning efforts, and we are seeking a candidate with exceptional writing, organizational, and analytical skills who is energetic, creative, and an effective team player. Our new team member will participate in a broad range of science policy and planning activities. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.  

• Assist in developing presentations to groups, including but not limited to, the preparation of speeches, slides and speaking notes.
• Perform research and analyses in support of strategic planning, program planning and reporting activities.
• Prepare background materials, goals and objectives, and agenda.
• Provide scientific, analytical and/or policy support, assistance and coordination to senior leadership and program staff related to a broad range of institute activities.
• Attend information-gathering workshops, conferences, etc., to inform the white paper content and stakeholder workshop development.
• Procure evidence to support best practice through literature review and synthesis to complement guideline development.
• Identify mechanisms to support dissemination and development of guidelines through internal and external means, including publication medium, professional societies and organizations, and cancer advocacy organizations.
• Draft reports of program-related activities.
• Provide draft summary of the selected pertinent literature search results as Word abstracts and bibliography.
• Prepare background materials and provide context on a range of policy and program issues; prepare, write, and edit technical proposals and papers, including topics related to international research policy and novel program evaluation.
• Work with staff to design and conduct program evaluation studies, the analysis of research activities, and the analysis of programmatic and portfolio data and analysis to support program assessments.
• Collaborate with staff and participate in strategic plan development and scientific reporting, including conducting gap analyses, synthesizing recommendations from content matter experts, and writing summary documents.
• Prepare a broad range of recurring and special documents containing substantive scientific information and other program data, such as related fiscal data, and policy options.
• Coordinate the development of internal best practices; identify mechanisms for promoting those practices on a national level; identify and develop clinical practice guidelines.
• Design, develop and conduct a literature overview on several topics; analyze the research results, validity of the study design, results presented and summarization of the overall search results.
• Identify pertinent literature, resources, and other documents to support the review process.
• Participate in the development of Institute-supported programs and initiatives.
• Support the Branch by providing advice and assistance on a broad range of unique or recurring issues that require examination.
• Prepare documents to identify problem areas, trends, and areas of imbalance, measure progress towards goals, outline options and the feasibility of alternative approaches and include recommendations.
• Analyze research findings and preparing science advances in coordination with extramural research program directors.
• Compile information and data for reports and responding to data calls related to program research.
• Design and implement procedures for implementing policies related to oversight and operation of extramural programs.
• Develop cross-Institute collaborations to support initiatives in research program; develop support for research funding and educational initiatives.
• Identify external entities for collaboration and validation of best practices through con-census development.
• Coordinate active collaborations towards consensus development and dissemination.
• Collaborate with staff to provide information to staff in the scientific community in all scientific, policy and regulatory aspects of the program policy.
• Identify major research questions and issues, analyze data, and collaborate with staff on several systematic reviews of the literature.
• Conduct research on specific areas of concern and develop recommendations for action.
• Provide scientific, analytical and/or policy support, assistance and coordination to senior leadership and program staff related to a broad range of institute activities.
• Perform concept development management for planning; perform policy development.
• Analyze input from stakeholders related to the research portfolio and synthesizing those responses for the Institute’s senior leadership.
• Provide advice and guidance to staff responsible for the formulation, development and establishment of extramural research policies and operations.
• Participate in planning meetings to advise staff on the standard operating procedure methodology to be used in planning, implementation, operations, and evaluation of these reviews.
• Prepare materials for the appropriations hearings, advisory council and working groups meetings; attend Congressional briefings summarize meetings for senior staff and present finding to staff for discussion.
• Develop cross-Institute collaborations to support initiatives in research program; develop support for research funding and educational initiatives.
• Identify external entities for collaboration and validation of best practices through con-census development.
• Coordinate active collaborations towards consensus development and dissemination.
• Collaborate with staff to provide information to staff in the scientific community in all scientific, policy and regulatory aspects of the program policy.
• Identify major research questions and issues, analyze data, and collaborate with staff on several systematic reviews of the literature.
• Conduct research on specific areas of concern and develop recommendations for action.
• Perform concept development management for planning; perform policy development.
• Analyze input from stakeholders related to the research portfolio and synthesizing those responses for the Institute’s senior leadership.
• Provide advice and guidance to staff responsible for the formulation, development and establishment of extramural research policies and operations.
• Plan, organize and participate in technical meetings and consultations that convene diverse groups to discuss key issues, identify research gaps and priorities, and articulate research agendas around particular research topics.
• Develop the concept and structure and provide overall guidance for workshops and other activities.
• Identify participants, speakers, and session moderators; provide content support.
• Synthesize outcomes and next steps; prepare for publication.
• Attend meetings and seminars to identify new research developments and activities, including publication/announcement of research results, launching of clinical trials, launching initiatives involving new technologies, and others.

What You Will Need:

• Ph.D. degree in Physiology, Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Miscellaneous Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, Cognitive Science and Biopsychology, Biology, Biochemical Sciences, Pharmacy Pharmaceutical Sciences and Administration, Nutrition Sciences Miscellaneous Health Medical Professions, Health, and Medical Preparatory Programs, General Medical and Health Services, Community and Public Health, Psychology, Health, and Medical Administrative Services
• At least 3 years of experience

What Would Be Nice To Have:

• Knowledge of NIH grants and funding mechanism 
• Coding and classification of grants
• Funding Opportunity Announcements Workshop and conference planning
• Research conduct and compliance
• Establish collaborations
• Congressional testimony
• Portfolio analysis
• Project management
• Strategic planning
• Clinical research
• Plain language
• Policy briefs
• Legislative
• Writing
• Experience conducting health-related research
• Experience preparing scientific reports Strong analytical and communications skills, both oral and written
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in proofreading and editing
• PowerPoint
• SharePoint
• Excel

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What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

• Parental Leave

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance

• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits

• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities

• Employee Referral Program

• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

• Care.com annual membership

• Employee Assistance Program

• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)

• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse
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