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POLICY ASSOCIATE, Institute for Global Sustainability
Inside Higher Ed, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
POLICY ASSOCIATE, Institute for Global Sustainability
Location: Boston, MA, United States Position type: Full-Time / Regular Salary: $71,700 - $75,000 (Grade 49) Posted date: 11/17/2025 Application review will begin on December 8th, accepted on a rolling basis. Cover letters are required. Job Description
The Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS) at Boston University seeks a Policy Associate to support research translation efforts that advance equitable energy transition in Massachusetts. The role is co-hosted with the Clean Energy and Environmental Legacy Transition (CELT) Initiative and is a full-time, grant-funded, 1-year position with the possibility of extension, requiring in-person presence at IGS three days per week. Responsibilities
Support relationship-building with key government, industry, and stakeholder organizations in the state by mapping contacts, setting meetings for the IGS/CELT team, and maintaining a contact database. Translate BU research findings and offerings into communications materials that are easily understood by government, industry, and stakeholder partners. Pursue new opportunities for partnerships and projects with government and industry, and synthesize existing efforts for this purpose. Assess and catalogue external research needs, match them with BU faculty and researchers at other local universities, and facilitate participation of BU faculty in external events. Required Skills & Qualifications
Graduate degree in a relevant field such as public policy, science communication, environmental science, or public health. 3-5 years of professional experience in the policy realm, with government, industry, or non-profit organizations. Additional professional experience in research environments preferred. Demonstrated ability to synthesize and communicate research findings for non-academic audiences. Track record of establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with government agencies and stakeholders. Technical expertise in energy transition, climate adaptation, or related fields preferred. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across teams. Ability to manage multiple and competing deadlines. Excellent communication skills. To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316115
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Location: Boston, MA, United States Position type: Full-Time / Regular Salary: $71,700 - $75,000 (Grade 49) Posted date: 11/17/2025 Application review will begin on December 8th, accepted on a rolling basis. Cover letters are required. Job Description
The Institute for Global Sustainability (IGS) at Boston University seeks a Policy Associate to support research translation efforts that advance equitable energy transition in Massachusetts. The role is co-hosted with the Clean Energy and Environmental Legacy Transition (CELT) Initiative and is a full-time, grant-funded, 1-year position with the possibility of extension, requiring in-person presence at IGS three days per week. Responsibilities
Support relationship-building with key government, industry, and stakeholder organizations in the state by mapping contacts, setting meetings for the IGS/CELT team, and maintaining a contact database. Translate BU research findings and offerings into communications materials that are easily understood by government, industry, and stakeholder partners. Pursue new opportunities for partnerships and projects with government and industry, and synthesize existing efforts for this purpose. Assess and catalogue external research needs, match them with BU faculty and researchers at other local universities, and facilitate participation of BU faculty in external events. Required Skills & Qualifications
Graduate degree in a relevant field such as public policy, science communication, environmental science, or public health. 3-5 years of professional experience in the policy realm, with government, industry, or non-profit organizations. Additional professional experience in research environments preferred. Demonstrated ability to synthesize and communicate research findings for non-academic audiences. Track record of establishing and maintaining strategic partnerships with government agencies and stakeholders. Technical expertise in energy transition, climate adaptation, or related fields preferred. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively across teams. Ability to manage multiple and competing deadlines. Excellent communication skills. To apply, visit https://jobs.silkroad.com/BU/External/jobs/316115
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