Science Writer/Analyst (Interdisciplinary Focus)

Rose Li and Associates, Inc. (RLA), a growing professional services firm based in Chevy Chase, MD, seeks a full-time Writer/Analyst (Associate) to support our government, academic, and corporate clients’ efforts to move science forward. This role will focus on a suite of federal public policy initiatives, including efforts to guide the development, use, and governance of artificial intelligence technologies as well as a range of other potential initiatives at the intersection of data science and public policy (for example, efforts to enhance federal race and ethnicity data collection). The common thread in these projects is their engagement of experts from many sectors and disciplines—technology developers, civil rights advocates, policy makers—and the need for research and writing support that works comfortably across disciplinary boundaries.

RLA helps life and social science organizations move science forward by performing qualitative and quantitative analyses and by providing various kinds of writing/communications support. If you are excited about being part of a growing enterprise, producing high-quality work, and supporting a team effort, read more and apply.

Job Responsibilities

Analysis

• Formulate research questions and research plans to inform clients’ public policy efforts
• Develop bibliographies and conduct literature reviews
• Complete rigorous qualitative analyses of textual data, such as public comments, responses to Requests for Information, and survey responses
• Support simple quantitative data analysis (e.g., descriptive statistics)
• Collaborate with graphic designers to translate analyses into data visualizations
  
  
  

Writing

• Develop a wide range of communications materials, including formal reports, meeting summaries, draft journal articles, video scripts, etc.
• Attend and document meetings (both in person and virtual) of multidisciplinary committees and working groups; synthesize comments from many sources into coherent, concise notes that highlight points of agreement/disagreement and action items
• Translate abstract, conceptual, or technical information into accessible language
• Work on a team of writers to apply consistent standards and style within and across documents
  
  
  

Job Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• Success conducting advanced interdisciplinary research and writing
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and complete multiple projects simultaneously, on time, and with limited oversight
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Proficiency with basic office software, including Microsoft Word (templates, styles, and layout functions), Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.
• Ability to meet and maintain requirements of National Agency Clearance with Inquiries (NACI) and installation access requirements for Fort Detrick
• Ability and willingness to commute to Chevy Chase office twice per week and periodically attend meetings throughout the greater Washington, DC region
  
  
  

Preferred Skills And Experience

• Experience writing for both technical and lay audiences
• Experience with SharePoint and citation management software (e.g., Zotero)
  
  
  

Education

• PhD with interdisciplinary experience (social science or humanities background strongly preferred) OR
• MA/MS in social science or humanities field plus at least 2 years of experience
  
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

RLA offers competitive compensation, based on experience. Our benefits package is generous and includes paid time off, all federal holidays, health insurance, short-and long-term disability and life insurance, 401(k) company match, and profit-sharing plan.

Application Process

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest in this role.

Qualified applicants will complete at least one screening interview, an in-depth in-person interview, and a trial task.

About Rose Li And Associates, Inc. (RLA)

Since our inception in 2003, RLA has developed a reputation for delivering outstanding research and writing services to research-centric organizations, with a focus on biological, health, and social sciences. We are a woman- and minority-owned small business specializing in science writing, research and analysis, conference services, and program management support.

For more information about RLA, visit our website at https://roseliassociates.com.

RLA is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.