Research Assistant Jobs in District Of Columbia

Job Title: 3 Research Assistant Company: National Academy for State Health Policy Location: Washington, DC Description: 3 Research Assistant Positions - Washington, DC Office National Academy for State Health Policy The National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) is seeking Research Assistants to help with health policy and state assistance projects addressing areas such as health care reform, Medicaid, the uninsured, children’s health insurance, mental health, substance abuse, foster care, juvenile justice, and the health care safety net. The ideal candidate will have solid organizational and writing skills, basic research skills, and the ability to work with state officials, other stakeholders, and National Academy for State Health Policy (NASHP) staff to successfully carry out tasks consistent with the mission of the organization. Work involves assistance with research; communications; meetings, web events and audio conferences; information collection and analysis; preparation of materials such as fact sheets, graphs and tables; and other tasks necessary for successful completion of projects. Some travel may be required. Specific tasks include: • Conducts internet and literature research. • Assists in planning and implementing project specific face-to-face, audio and Web-based meetings and training sessions, including assistance with scheduling, developing agendas, preparing and disseminating materials, taking notes, and drafting meeting summaries. • Compiles and presents data and information in formats needed for analysis and for presentation, including tables, graphs, charts, and reports. • Assists in drafting policy briefs, fact sheets, and reports. • Assists in developing and implementing NASHP annual conference sessions. • Carries out necessary follow-up project activities, including working with communications staff to keep the NASHP Web site current. • Assists in providing support to NASHP committees. • Assists in researching and developing funding proposals and applications. • Assists other staff with speech and document preparation by conducting background research, formatting documents and tables, preparing presentations, and other related activities. • Assists with online and electronic communications with a variety of state officials and other stakeholders. • Collects and analyzes data and information through methods including surveys, evaluation tools, and phone interviews. • Represents NASHP at meetings and conferences. • Provides administrative support and performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: • The minimum qualification for a research assistant is a bachelor’s degree, preferably in a field relevant to health policy. Knowledge of state policy or health policy and related experience are preferred. • Excellent organizational, writing, and communication skills; attention to detail, and strong analytical skills. • Proficiency with all or most aspects of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access). • Proficiency with electronic communications and Internet research; familiarity with on-line survey tools preferred. • Ability to balance multiple assignments, working with a number of policy and program managers. • Ability to create and sustain positive working relationships with staff and diverse constituencies.