Union OF Concerned Scientists
Science Policy Advisor
United States · Contract
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About the role
- Climate change is reshaping not only the questions science must answer, but the institutions through which climate change knowledge is produced, governed, communicated, evaluated, and applied.
- Meeting this challenge requires new approaches that integrate physical science, social science, governance, public policy, adaptation practice, and the knowledge and experience of affected communities.
- The Science Policy Advisor is a one-year, grant-funded position that plays a crucial role in advancing the Union of Concerned Scientists' mission to ensure robust and independent science informs public policy and decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Support the Reimagining Federal Science for Policy Initiative Contribute interdisciplinary analysis and strategic thinking across the broader initiative.
- Collaborate with colleagues across UCS to identify opportunities to strengthen public-interest science institutions.
- Maintain continuity across the Reimagining Federal Science for Policy initiative by tracking emerging work, connecting collaborators, identifying opportunities for coordination, and documenting lessons learned.
- Develop and evaluate practical approaches that strengthen climate change knowledge institutions under changing political conditions.
- Build and maintain productive relationships across communities of practice.
- Yes Our Organization The Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) is an independent nonprofit that puts rigorous, independent science into action, developing solutions and advocating for a healthy, safe, and just future.
- Action inspiring and mobilizing people to build a healthier, safer, and more just world.
Requirements
- Covid Mandate for New Hires For in-office roles, UCS employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
- Occasional travel to conferences, workshops, partner meetings, UCS retreats, and other organizational events as required.
Benefits
- Justice and Equity for people of all races and incomes-now, and for future generations.
- Support organizational learning, evaluation, and strategic planning related to the initiative.
Company info
- We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and a collaborative and supportive work environment where all staff can thrive.
Equal opportunity
- UCS is an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to diversify its staff.
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