National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine seek an Associate Program Officer (APO) to lead assigned projects in various technical areas, including mathematics, statistics, chemistry, materials science, nuclear and radiation sciences, physics, engineering and manufacturing, energy technology and policy, defense capabilities and policies, federal infrastructure, and construction. This position is in the National Academies’ Center for Advancing Science and Technology (CAST) which fuels innovation across physical sciences, engineering, education, and policy to advance the nation’s future prosperity and resilience. Our work prepares and supports the U.S. workforce to strengthen American competitiveness and security. The Associate Program Officer will work in the Physical Sciences, Systems, and Infrastructure (PSSI) program area.
The PSSI program area sets research priorities, highlights critical future directions, and develops policy innovations to advance mathematical and physical sciences, energy systems, engineering and manufacturing, infrastructure and facilities, and defense and intelligence.
The APO will lead one or more projects under general supervision from the PSSI Senior Program Director; help develop project strategies, budgets, and schedules; and ensure activities achieve their objectives. Drawing on professional knowledge of one or more areas of the mathematical and physical sciences, engineering, defense and energy policy, physical infrastructure, and related fields, the APO will address varied and moderately complex problems, exercising independent judgment on routine matters and seeking guidance on more complex issues.
The APO will communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with technical and general audiences, and collaborate with committee members, external experts, and National Academies staff to develop and prepare written products for publication. With senior staff oversight, the APO will identify and recruit experts and help assemble committees and other authoring groups. The APO will conduct background research, coordinate meetings and convenings, and may assist with concepts, prospectuses, and proposals for new projects. The APO may also oversee assigned work and assist with the supervision of support staff and will report to a senior staff member in PSSI.