Job Description Summary:THE BOARD ON POPULATION HEALTH AND PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICEThe work of the Board on Population Health and Public Health Practice (BPH), within the Health and Medicine Division, focuses on areas and issues affecting the public's health. In studies ranging from core principles and needs in the field to specific issues such as vaccine safety, pandemic preparedness issues, smoking cessation, health equity, woman's health issues, and reducing environmental and occupational hazards, BPH considers the best ways to ensure the health of the public. In order to improve the health of groups, communities, and populations, the Board explores topics such as cardiovascular and infectious disease prevention and control interventions and the capacity of federal, state, and local agencies to protect the health of the public.ABOUT THE POSITIONIncumbent will support the work of the Roundtable on Health Literacy (the Roundtable), which convenes leaders from government, industry, academia, disease advocacy organizations, philanthropic foundations, and other interested parties to inform, inspire, and activate a wide variety of stakeholders to support the development, implementation, and sharing of evidence-based health literacy practices and policies. The goal is to improve the health and well-being of all people. Incumbent may also work on other projects within the Board on Population Health and Public Health Practice.JOB SUMMARYUnder general supervision, leads one or more of the organization's programs or projects. Conducts research and prepares research papers and/or summaries. Tracks relevant issues and compiles reports. Coordinates program or project activities, handling inquiries, organizing meetings and workshops, and developing materials. Supervises or assists with the supervision of support staff. Ensures the program or project meets its stated objectives. May assist senior staff in the development of programs/projects, including developing prospectuses and raising funds.Applies specific professional-level knowledge to solve problems requiring the identification and analysis of moderately complex variables. Incumbent takes action to solve routine problems in areas of assigned responsibility, but receives guidance or expertise from higher-level staff on more complex problems. Incumbent establishes processes and procedures to ensure the effective and efficient operation of program/project.Job Description:ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESLeads assigned program(s) or project(s). Where applicable and with senior staff oversight, recruits potential committee/panel nominees. Communicates with and facilitates the flow of information among chair, members, consultants, program or project sponsors, and staff. Prepares reports on program or project activities.Represents the program/project within and outside the National Academies. Collaborates and communicates with experts and sponsors from government agencies, foundations, institutes of higher education, and other organizations. Maintains communication with relevant legislative staff when requested.Identifies and gathers research materials. Conducts background research. Synthesizes and edits research findings and technical data. Determines relevance of data and prepares background papers and technical summaries. Manages reference anizes meetings. Develops agendas, invites presenters and participants, oversees meeting logistics and multimedia presentations, and prepares written summaries.Develops written materials and coordinates/oversees publication of materials. May edit reports, facilitate response to review, and participate in dissemination activities, including identification and engaging of external organizations, preparing dissemination materials, and conducting dissemination meetings.Assists with supervising and mentoring staff. Assigns tasks and provides guidance and feedback to staff. Ensures required training is accomplished and participates in performance reviews. Serves as a resource to support staff.Performs financial and administrative tasks related to assigned program(s) or project(s). Creates, maintains, and updates records, databases, and files. Authorizes expenditures, tracks spending, monitors budget, and projects future spending plans.May assist in raising funds for current and future projects by conducting research on topics for new studies, writing proposals, and identifying potential sponsors.NONESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESRelated duties and special projects as assigned.JOB SPECIFICATIONSRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of issues in applicable discipline. Ability to solve varied and complex problems using originality and ingenuity. Ability to operate using appreciable latitude for independent judgment and action. Ability to work successfully in a team environment. Ability to develop relationships with co-workers and employees in other National Academies' departments through effective communication. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees.Minimum Education/Training Requirements: Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent knowledge.Minimum Experience: Three years of related professional experience.Preferred Education and Experience: MS plus three years of related experience or PhD in neuroscience, biomedical research, or related fields.Physical Capabilities: Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time. Ability to travel.Required Licenses, Certification or Registration: None.Supervisory Responsibilities/Controls: Reports to director. Sets objectives with supervisor and receives input and advice as needed. Assists in the supervision of project/program staff.Work Environment: Hybrid Office/Telecommute environment, with occasional travel between National Academies' facilities and to off-site meeting/sponsor locations. In accordance with the National Academies' commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, all employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, except as otherwise permitted under a reasonable accommodation for medical or religious reasons. Unless granted an accommodation, successful applicants will be required to confirm their vaccination status and proof of vaccination promptly upon beginning employment. Applicants needing accommodations should indicate this in their application; applicants will not be discriminated against in the hiring process on the basis of requesting an accommodation.The National Academies' Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:To promote diversity and inclusion in the sciences, engineering, and medicine, we are committed to increasing the diversity of the National Academies' staff, members, and volunteers to reflect the populations we serve. We pledge to cultivate an environment and culture that promotes inclusion and values respectful participation of all individuals who help advance the mission of the institution.Equal Opportunity Employer:It is the policy of the National Academies to recruit, hire, transfer, compensate, and promote people in all job categories and to administer all other personnel actions, terms and conditions of employment in a manner that is consistent with equal employment, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, medical condition for which a person has been rehabilitated or cured, marital status, family responsibilities, genetic information, political affiliation, personal appearance, matriculation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. It is also the institution's policy to recruit, hire, promote, and provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and covered veterans who are otherwise qualified.Any qualification to be considered equivalent, in lieu of stated minimum, requires the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Some functions in this description may be specific to a particular unit of the National Academies and not applicable to other units.Employee Type:EmployeeScheduled Weekly Hours:37.5City/State:Washington, District of ColumbiaPDN-96a9902a-2210-4207-8bd9-c3f6dd2c74ed