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Manager, Policy, Research and Analysis

Washington, DC (901 E)💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-09 → 2026-09-29

Core

Conduct research and analysis to inform and influence public policy regarding substance use prevention and treatment, specifically increasing medication initiation for opioid use disorder.

Role type

Manager, Policy, Research & Analysis

Builds

State and federal policy efforts, peer-reviewed publications, and technical assistance for states

Domain

Public health, behavioral health, and substance use policy

Required skills

policy research, data analysis, team management, stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, project coordination, technical assistance, advocacy, publication development

Preferred skills

advanced degree in public health/policy/social work/economics/law, experience in public health or behavioral health fields

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day execution of research objectives and milestones; develop research strategy to advance state policy objectives; manage and oversee daily operations of a policy research and analysis team; collaborate with external partners on research and policy initiatives; advise leadership on strategic direction; manage development of background research and written products; serve as primary reviewer on research publications; present research topics to internal and external audiences; maintain knowledge of evolving substance use policy and research

Seniority

Manager, hands-on leadership with strategic oversight

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