The Johns Hopkins University

The specialist must be an excellent researcher and writer, have strong quantitative skills, possess knowledge of public policy and/or related social science research areas, and be able to work quickly with depth and precision.. Specific projects will evolve, focusing on a range of policy issues and perspectives in areas such as the changing landscape of higher education; campus democratic and civic engagement; university collaboration with industry and community; and urban social and institutional challenges.. Master’s degree or juris doctorate preferred.. Classified Title: Research & Policy Analyst. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing.

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Job Req ID: 113571 Policy & Special Projects Research Specialist We are seeking a Policy and Research Specialist who will work in the Office of the President to provide in-depth research, writing, and analytical support to senior staff in the form of briefings, memos, literature reviews, presentations and other written materials. The specialist must be able to independently identify issues, verify data and facts, and exercise judgement to distill voluminous inputs into their essentials. The specialist must be an excellent researcher and writer, have strong quantitative skills, possess knowledge of public policy and/or related social science research areas, and be able to work quickly with depth and precision. Specific projects will evolve, focusing on a range of policy issues and perspectives in areas such as the changing landscape of higher education; campus democratic and civic engagement; university collaboration with industry and community; and urban social and institutional challenges. The candidate must be a disciplined self-starter who enjoys working in a fast paced and flexible environment. Specific Duties & Responsibilities <ul><li> Conducting in-depth research and original analysis independently.</li><li> Preparing in-depth memos, briefs, presentations, and other written materials for President and senior staff.</li><li> Communicating complex information in clear, precise, and compelling prose.</li><li> Ensuring that materials prepared for President and senior staff are accurate, fact-checked, and proofed.</li><li>Monitoring and analyzing developments and major issues in higher education and other policy arenas to remain informed and proactively address issues germane to ongoing research projects.</li><li> Developing and sustaining contacts with faculty, staff, and other constituents within and outside the university, as necessary to create thorough work products.</li><li> This description is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. </li></ul>Special Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities <ul><li>Excellent oral and written communications skills with high attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent research and writing skills.</li><li>Ability to synthesize and analyze information quickly and thoroughly.</li><li>Ability to analyze and interpret data in a social science and policy context.</li><li>Knowledge of grammar usage and academic style guidelines.</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality, discretion, and diplomacy.</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while balancing competing priorities and managing multiple assignments.</li><li>High degree of flexibility and self-motivation in order to deliver high quality work product. </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor's degree in political science, history, sociology, or a related field required. </li><li>Two years related experience in high-level policy research, project management, or communications environment required. </li><li>Additional education may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li> Master’s degree or juris doctorate preferred.</li><li> Experience conducting formal research and writing and drafting memos and briefs.</li><li> Experience providing research support to senior faculty members, policymakers or private sector leaders strongly preferred. </li><li> Experience producing policy briefs/papers preferred. </li></ul>Classified Title: Research & Policy Analyst Job Posting Title (Working Title): Policy & Special Projects Research Specialist Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MD Starting Salary Range: $55,200 - $96,600 Annually (Commensurate with experience) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm Exempt Status: Exempt Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus Department name: President Office of Personnel area: University Administration Total Rewards The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. <ul><li>Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. </li></ul>The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEO Is The Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf Accommodation Information If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/. Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office. Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week

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