Senior Policy Advisor Jobs

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology seeks a Senior Policy Advisor to provide policy expertise and analysis on topics of relevance to the Commission’s mandate. Primary responsibilities include: managing policy research and agenda-building as directed by the Commission’s Policy Director, Commission senior staff, and, as appropriate, Commissioners; working with the Policy Director to build recommendations for legislative and executive action relevant to the Commission’s mandate; leading written reports and briefings discussing findings and recommendations and collaborating with other drafters on interim and final reports; collaborating with other policy staff on projects; representing the Commission staff in policy discussions related to national security; and other duties as assigned. Qualified candidates will have biotechnology experience and experience working with or within the national security community.

The expected annual salary for this position is $150,000 with eligibility for standard benefits. This employee must be able to pass a NACI background check. This position may require occasional evening, weekend, and/or overtime work and work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station.

The National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (as established in Section 1091 of Public Law 117-81) will carry out a review of advances in emerging biotechnology and associated biotechnologies. This review will include the methods, means, and investments necessary to advance and secure the development of biotechnology, biomanufacturing, and associated technologies by the United States. We welcome applicants for all positions with a strong work ethic, ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and an ability to manage multiple work streams with competing timelines. The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. All Commission positions are term appointments that will expire no later than June 2026.

To apply, send an email to [email protected] with the following information:

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