Hybrid Research Manager, Overdose Prevention Initiative

at Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids

• Job title: Research Manager, Overdose Prevention Initiative
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: $75,000 - $85,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Washington, United States

About the role

• Policy Research Manager supporting GHAI's Overdose Prevention Initiative. Conducting research and analysis to advance policy solutions in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of high-quality research and advocacy materials that communicate the need for policy change to key decision makers, the media, and the public.
• Create and update fact sheets, presentations, reports, talking points, etc. in collaboration with other staff.
• Respond to time-sensitive requests for information and research materials, including assisting with responses to Congressional inquiries.
• Serve as a resource and subject matter expert on policy issues related to substance use disorder prevention, treatment, recovery, harm reduction, as well as other issues/topics.
• Develop command of the vast information resources of the Initiative and respond to inquiries from staff, partners, media, and the public for information.
• Fact-check documents, presentations and other materials for GHAI and our advocacy partners.
• Gather, organize and manage large datasets in Microsoft Excel, including state-specific statistics on prevalence and trends in substance use.
• Update materials and respond to requests using these data.
• Monitor and collect information on the treatment industry activities, tactics, and marketing strategies and examples through social media, news media, and industry financial reporting.
• Organize and maintain the Initiative’s research resources – publications, fact sheets, presentations, etc. and assist in tracking and locating new research.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have two to three years of professional experience and a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Excellent research, writing, communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience working with numbers and data.
• Ability to review research studies and synthesize information.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems creatively and work independently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience in substance use policy or public health preferred.
• Issue advocacy, legislative or political campaign experience a plus.

Benefits

• A comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plan for employees and dependents.
• Paid parental leave benefits in addition to the federal and local leave provisions.
• 403b plan participation (with 9% company contribution).
• 10 paid company holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, 5 personal days (on an accrual basis each calendar year); and an anniversary day to celebrate annual milestones.
• A hybrid work schedule (3 days in office; 2 days remote)