[iris-bulk] (Job) International Policy Associate - IRIS

[IRIS]

INTERNATIONAL POLICY ASSOCIATE

(Washington D.C.)

The Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology (IRIS), a non- 
profit consortium of 110 universities with national and international  
research programs in seismology, is seeking a Policy Associate to  
develop activities and secure funding for  sustainable technical  
infrastructure and development of human capacity in low- and middle  
income countries. Programs will support seismological research  
education and training, hazard mitigation, and resource exploration.

Specific responsibilities include: Initiating/promoting collaborative  
partnerships with Government agencies, development banks, academic  
institutions, industry, and private foundations; Collaborating with  
consortium members, program managers, and partners to identify new  
activities and funding mechanisms to leverage existing IRIS resources;  
Providing staff support for IRIS Standing Committee for International  
Development Seismology; Writing and editing reports and proposals;  
Performing research, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and  
program assessment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelors Degree (Masters preferred)  
in Public Policy or International Affairs and demonstrated  
professional interest and experience in science, technology and  
geophysics, plus familiarity with US Government agencies and private  
foundations that fund geophysical disaster mitigation and recovery in  
low-and middle income countries.  Must also possess excellent verbal,  
written and interpersonal skills.

Some travel is required.

To apply, please e-mail cover letter with salary requirement and  
resume to: hr at iris.edu.

Website:  www.iris.edu


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