Assistant Research Scientist; PREP
Listed on 2026-06-06
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Research/Development
Data Scientist, Research Scientist
PREP Research Associate
This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program. It involves collaborating with academic researchers on projects of mutual interest. Employees in this role will perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration.
Research TitleArtificial intelligence research and evaluation programs.
Key Responsibilities- Assist in finalizing and disseminating the program's publications or other written work products.
- Assist with adjudicating public comments related to NIST's Zero Draft Pilot Project or other deliverable comment periods, and prepare written analysis of the feedback for the project team's review.
- Support investigations about program related activities through empirical research.
- Support senior leaders in analyzing and reviewing a variety of sources including media reports and legislation for the impact on the NIST artificial intelligence program.
- Bachelor's degree in social science or related major.
- Understanding of American government and politics.
- Familiarity with empirical research methods.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
U.S. Citizen preferred.
Salary RangeThe referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary based on geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors.
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