AIP
Position description
The American Institute of Physics (AIP) is a federation of 10 Member Societies which together have nearly 120,000 members across the globe. Founded in 1931, AIP is a federation that advances the success of our Member Societies and an institute that engages in research and analysis to empower positive change in the physical sciences. Our overarching strategy is to advance the physical sciences with a unifying voice of strength from diversity. We want you to become a part of our mission and join our dynamic team!
SUMMARY:
Provides overall direction on federal science policy news as top editor of FYI, a news service dedicated to coverage of US policy and budget on science. Manages a team to monitor and disseminate information on the formulation of federal legislation, policy and budget related to scientific research. Develops and manages annual program budget and has responsibility for managing revenue and controlling expenses.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
- Oversee a team of writers and set an editorial agenda for coverage of science policy in the US
- Edit stories, newsletters and projects as needed
- Coordinate collaborative efforts with other content units in AIP, including Policy Research and Physics Today
- Provide strategic vision and operational support for FYI products
- Provide thought leadership on science policy development for internal stakeholders, including Member Organizations, and external audiences
- Oversee production of FYI newsletters, website and Budget and Bill Trackers
- Develop and maintain FYI portion of Content & Engagement annual budget and works to identify revenue opportunities
WHAT YOU’LL BRING:
- Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred.
- 5-8 years of proven success and experience in policy reporting, science writing, or policy analysis.
- A strong grasp of legislative and budget processes in the US federal government
- Preferably a solid understand of science policy and the issues surrounding science policy
- Experience level enables job holder to provide leadership to others work-related systems, processes, and challenges.
- Managerial Experience: Experienced in strategic management and leadership across organizational functions directing substantial resources over long-time frames.
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Include a resume and a cover letter.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience does not fully match the position description. At AIP, we embrace considering people from a diversity of backgrounds and career experiences.
COMPENSATION: $119,680.00- $131,648.00
WORKING AT AIP:
AIP embraces a flexible hybrid work environment to balance in-person collaborative work with remote work. The team works in a flexible, hybrid schedule and reports to our offices in College Park, Maryland and Washington, DC, as needed. Employees are required to reside in the DC Metro regions of Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC. We offer comprehensive benefits, including generous paid time off, medical/dental/vision coverage, an annual retirement contribution of 10% of base pay, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and more. Your colleagues at AIP are welcoming, gracious, and eager to help each other succeed. With our commitment to community service, institute-wide social opportunities, and ongoing learning and development, AIP is a rewarding place to work.
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