Policy Analyst, Assistant, Margolis Institute Health Policy, Hybrid; Washington, DC or Durham

Policy Analyst, Assistant – Hybrid (Washington, DC or Durham, NC)

Requisition Number: 264478

Work Arrangement:
Regular or Temporary:
Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.

With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

The Robert J. Margolis, MD, Institute for Health Policy at Duke University (Duke-Margolis) seeks to address critical health policy challenges and improve health, health equity, and the value of health care through practical, innovative, and evidence‑based policy solutions. The interdisciplinary nature of Duke-Margolis brings together policy experts, researchers, health care professionals, and students from across Duke’s schools of medicine, nursing, law, public policy, business, and engineering, and fosters extensive relationships with stakeholders both internal and external.

Duke-Margolis has an opening for a Policy Analyst, Assistant within the Institute’s Biomedical Innovation research portfolio. The successful candidate will support projects addressing the development, approval, and overall regulation of medical products, with anticipated areas of focus including real‑world data and evidence and policies that impact the adoption and use of cell and gene therapies.

• Conduct health policy‑focused background research and literature reviews.
• Draft summary documents, policy briefs, white papers, blog posts, peer‑reviewed publications, and other written deliverables.
• Support planning and execution of meetings, workshops, conference sessions, and round tables.
• Synthesize findings into clear materials for a range of audiences.
• Coordinate project activities and logistics with stakeholders, industry representatives, and policy professionals.
• Assist in preparing presentations and speaking points for principal investigators and senior researchers.
• Maintain liaison with project participants, faculty and other relevant parties.

Support and perform a variety of complex activities in research, writing, and analysis of quantitative and/or qualitative data within the scope of research projects at Duke University, focused on specializations in health policy. Contribute to one large or multiple smaller projects under the oversight of a principal investigator and/or senior researcher. Collaborate with senior researchers to conduct research, draft summary documents, and produce a broad range of health policy deliverables.

Produce high‑quality written work products and deliverables. Support the execution of Duke‑Margolis public and expert convenings.

Education/Training:
Typically requires a Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the position (e.g., policy, public health, public administration, economics, science, engineering, or law).

Experience:

No experience required above education/training requirements.

• Strong research and writing experience.
• Policy research skills, including the ability to synthesize content from a broad range of sources.
• Strong written communication skills, able to transform complex information into accessible materials.
• Professional interaction with senior‑level individuals and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with varied responsibilities.
• Proficient in standard computing software (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Training or experience in health policy, public policy, or public health.
• Administrative, project coordination, and/or project management experience.

• Cover letter, including statement of work site sought (Durham, NC or Washington, DC)
• Three references (names and email addresses)

Duke University is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging.

Annual base salary range: USD 51,450 to USD 77,950.