Sr Research Program Coordinator II to provide support to Dr. Julia Wolfson, an Associate Professor in the Department of International Health, Human Nutrition Program at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health on research related to food and nutrition policy, food security, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, food agency/cooking interventions, and other efforts to promote healthy and sustainable dietary patterns. The person in this position will work closely with the Principal Investigator to manage one large clinical trial focused on evaluating the effects of climate change menu labels on food choices and dietary quality and will have the opportunity to provide support on one or more other research studies, depending on interest and availability.

For complete details and to apply, see the online position announcement.

The Demographic Directorate at the U.S. Census Bureau is hiring for several positions, including positions in the Social, Economic, and Housing Statistics Division. Its mission is to review and disseminate data products and analyses on key social, economic, and physical dimensions. The announcements listed below will close Monday, May 6. Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Lynda Laughlin if they would like to have an informational meeting.

Survey Statisticians-GS-1530-7/9 (DE) - ideal for new graduates or those with some work experience
Job Announcement Number: 24-ADDP-12367484-DE-TC
USA JOBS URL: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/785348000

Survey Statisticians-GS-1530-11/12 (DHA) - ideal for those with several years work experience and a master's or higher degree
Job Announcement Number: 24-ADDP-12367485-DHA-TC
USA JOBS URL: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/785356500

The Research Assistant will support the Pew Research Center’s Race and Ethnicity research team. The primary responsibility of the Research Assistant is to provide fact-checking and proof-reading of publications; creating charts, tables, and slides; organizing relevant polling data; and performing research and analysis as required. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in the social or computational sciences and a demonstrated interest in research on race and ethnicity in the United States, such as Asian Americans, Black Americans, and Latinos, and/or in immigration.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt. The typical starting salary for this position is $58,700.

For more information and to apply, see the online position listing.

The Division of Equity for Excellence in STEM (EES) is searching for two program officers, one permanent and one rotator.  EES is located in the Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) at the National Science Foundation (NSF).  EES manages the NSF grant programs related to broadening participation in STEM.  If you are interested in both opportunities, you must apply to both positions separately by the deadline.

Science Education Administrator (Program Director, permanent position) for the Excellence Awards in Science and Engineering Program. Closing date is Friday, May 10, 2024. Details and application at this link.

Science Education Administrator (Program Director, Temporary - Full-time IPA only) to work with one or more of the grant programs and activities managed within EES. Closing date is Friday, May 10, 2024. Details and application at this link.

Questions about the process of applying and technical questions with the process should go to erecruit@nsf.gov

This resource lists opportunities for postdoctoral training at 17 universities performing world-leading research and scholarship across 10 different states. As of this writing, the listed positions are weighted heavily toward the biological sciences, but there are openings related to educational research and health equity, for example, that may be of interest to social scientists. See the website for more information.

Data & Society Research Institute is seeking an engaging and collaborative Researcher to lead a project on Labor, Race, and Technology as a member of the Labor Futures Initiative. The Labor Futures Initiative researches emergent disruptions in the labor force as a result of data-centric technological development, with a special focus on structural inequalities. One area of research that the Labor Futures Initiative is dedicated to investing time, resources, and attention to is race, technology, and the future of work.

This position reports to the Labor Futures Initiative’s Program Director. This is an 18-24 month long position with the possibility of extension. The ideal candidate holds a Ph.D. or has equivalent work experience or is a researcher or postdoctoral scholar who intends to enter academia. While this role will start as completely virtual, it will likely involve onsite components in the future. 

Apply by April 30, 2024. See the online listing for complete details.

As a fellow in the NCSES Research Ambassadors Program-Environmental Statistics Innovation, you will have the opportunity to explore a federal career and gain a competitive edge as you apply your education, talent, and skills in a variety of settings. Fellowships are based on assigned research or technical projects.

The goal of this program is to engage in the development of evidence-based policies directed at environmental innovation, sustainability, and climate change by exploiting the wealth of text-based information on environmental and climate research and development (R&D) and innovation. 

Eligibility: Currently pursuing a Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree to be received by 7/31/2024

Application Deadline 4/22/2024 11:59:00 PM Eastern

See complete details online

The Sociology Department at Georgetown University invites applications for a one-year, full-time non-tenure line (FTNTL) faculty position as Assistant Teaching Professor beginning August 1, 2024. The standard teaching load for FTNTL faculty is 3-3. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in sociology as of July 1, 2024 and have experience teaching undergraduate level introduction to sociology and statistics courses. Georgetown University and the Department of Sociology encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented and minoritized groups.

Application review begins May 1. To ensure full consideration of application, please submit materials by May 15, 2024.

See the complete listing and apply through Interfolio. For assistance, contact Amanda Armstrong

Seeking a consultant/part-time/full-time policy guru with Hill experience and a passion for women’s healthcare issues, policy, and advocacy. Are you ready to make a difference? Consultant for Policy & Partnerships works with our team and designs innovative strategies to promote health and wellness for women in all their diversities and across the lifespan by shaping policy and identifying, expanding, and strengthening strategic partnerships. This opportunity is for a dedicated, influential thought-leader with a documented performance history of shifting paradigms, advancing existing legislation and working in coalition to craft new policies rooted in health equity. 

See the announcement on the NWHN website

EducationCounsel, LLC, in affiliation with Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, is seeking a Senior Policy Advisor to be located in its Washington, DC office. This critical role will lead projects designed to advance work on K-12 education policy towards success for all students, particularly low-income students and students of color. In addition, this role will provide a unique opportunity for thought leadership and strategy in partnership with clients and to serve as an advisor to a wide array of decision makers (e.g., policymakers, national organizations, foundation leaders, nonprofit executives and other stakeholders) on a variety of critical K-12 education topics.

The Senior Policy Advisor position is rolling and open until filled, so any interested applicants should apply as early as possible.