ACE Research Communications Analyst
The EPA National Student Services Contract has an immediate opening for a full-time contractor position; ACE Research Communications Analyst with the Office of Research and Development at the EPA facility in Research Triangle Park, NC.
Salary: $30.76 per hour.
Travel: Occasional overnight travel may be required.
Required Skills:
- Experience writing for a lay audience about science, environmental issues, or public health concerns as evidenced by a writing sample;
- Familiarity with web content management;
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar multimedia production software to preform video editing, audio editing, and/or data visualization;
- Advanced experience with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook;
- Experience in administration support functions (recordkeeping, filing, etc.) and managing records (electronic and hardcopy) and databases;
- Strong leadership and organizational skills, including a demonstrated ability to handle multiple assignments with competing deadlines;
- Strong written and oral communication skills; and
- Strong proof reading and editing skills.
Desired Skills:
- Experience using open-source content management systems and/or a basic knowledge of HTML5.
Qualifications
- Be at least 18 years of age and
- Have earned at least a Master’s degree in environmental or climate science, science journalism, environmental policy, or other closely related field of study from an accredited university or college within the last 24 months and
- Be a citizen of the United States of America or a Legal Permanent Resident.
EPA ORD employees, their spouses, and children are not eligible to participate in this program.
What the EPA project is about
The Air, Climate, and Energy (ACE) National Research Program is in the Office of Research and Development. ACE’s focus is on the impacts of climate change and air pollution, as well as the role of energy, particularly decision models and life-cycle impacts. To tackle increasingly complex problems, the ACE team employs innovative thinking and sustainable solutions to ensure a healthy and prosperous environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Master’s graduate to collaborate with EPA’s research team. Research experience includes:
- Analyzing activities and processes;
- Developing reports and communications materials;
- Supporting website development; and
- Networking and exploring many career paths at EPA.
Interested in this research opportunity? If so, follow the link below to apply. Questions? Email EPANSSC@ORAU.org