About the role

  • 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)

Job title

Research Manager, Overdose Prevention Initiative

Job type

Experience level

JuniorMid level

Salary

$75,000 - $85,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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