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Career Opportunity: Program Officer

Board on Atmospheric Sciences & Climate
The National Academies

The Board on Atmospheric Sciences & Climate is seeking an exceptional person with strong scientific expertise and an interest in applying science in the policy arena. A Program Officer (sometimes called Study Director) is responsible for all aspects of implementation of the Board’s work – designing studies, working with agencies and committees of experts, analyzing complex issues, and preparing reports. It’s a dynamic work environment – the National Academies’ staff of more than 1000 people address all the issues in today’s headlines and more, from stem cell research to alternative energy sources to climate change.

Qualifications: Ph.D. or equivalent knowledge is preferred, but Master’s degree or equivalent knowledge with 3 years of related experience will be considered. Requires ability to review and analyze scientific literature; good organization, interpersonal, and leadership skills; and ability to work productively in a team environment. Excellent oral and written communications skills are essential. Background in a variety of fields within the areas of atmospheric sciences, meteorology, and climate will be considered. The job is located in Washington, D.C. Some travel is required.

Responsibilities:
• Plan, develop, and direct technical and policy studies related to a diversity of scientific issues in the atmospheric sciences, meteorology, and climate.
• Manage the study process, including organizing meetings of scientific experts; gathering and analyzing information for projects; guiding committee selection process and evolution of committee reports; and keeping projects on time and within budgets.
• Effectively express complex technical and policy information in various written forms, including status reports, project summaries, and detailed committee reports.
• Guide reports through review, publication, and dissemination.
• Interact with agency personnel, policy makers, and senior scientists.
• Assist in preparation of prospectuses and proposals and work on special projects.
• Supervise the work of support staff.

For more information, visit www.national-academies.org/basc. To apply, send a resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position to Chris Elfring, Director, Board on Atmospheric Sciences & Climate at celfring@nas.edu. Send a copy of your application to Rob Carlucci, Office of Human Resources, at rcarlucc@nas.edu. Please include the job number (040215-2) on your application. No phone calls, please. The National Academies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.