Health Science Policy Analyst

Job Family

Research Analyst (Digital)

Travel Required

None

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do

We are currently searching for a Health Science Policy Analyst to support the National Library of Medicine (NLM) Assistant Director for Policy Development in policy analysis, monitoring, and response. Qualified candidates would have expertise in policy development related to broad domains relevant to NLM programs and activities, such as clinical data; genomic data sharing; scholarly communications and publishing; and public access policy development and implementation. Responsibilities include contributing to development and implementation of policies central to NLM's mission; identifying or advancing policy needs; and advising on science policy issues, as appropriate. Additional responsibilities include supporting stakeholder coordination, commenting on policy documents, and preparing written materials. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Bethesda, MD.

• Prepare briefings, summaries, talking points and background documents; assemble briefing books.
• Provide technical advice to staff regarding new policies and procedures.
• Compile and analyze policy and related information.
• Initiate, develop and implement new policies that support organizational goals.
• Research and summarize background materials as needed by locating scientific or other policy related information on the internet and other means, including literature and database searches.
• Compile, analyze and organize scientific, policy and related information.
• Attend meetings; provide minutes and reports. Review and implement discussion items.
• Prepare background information, options and recommendations that are used to brief upper management.
• Prepare background materials and provide context on a range of policy and program issues for use by upper management.
• Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of current policy initiatives.
• Attend meetings; provide minutes and reports. Review and implement discussion items.
• Interpret, analyze and condense material from a variety of sources for presentation.
• Prepare background materials and provide context on a range of policy and program issues for use by upper management.
• Participate in planning sessions; contribute expertise in discussions of current and new policy initiatives.
• Interpret, analyze and condense material from a variety of sources for presentation.
• Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of current policy initiatives.

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What You Will Need

• At least 5 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

What Would Be Nice To Have

• Policy brief, summary, presentation development
• Project management and communication
• Writing
• MS Office, specifically PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel
• Policy development and implementation
• Adobe Acrobat
• Review and analysis

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

• Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
• Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
• Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
• Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Parental Leave
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
• Employee Referral Program
• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
• Care.com annual membership

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

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