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Policy Analyst

Bethesda, MD

(ID: 2026-1624)


Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).


Axle is seeking a Policy Analyst to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the Fogarty International Center (FIC) in Bethesda, MD.


Benefits We Offer:

  • 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • 401K match up to 5%
  • Educational Benefits for Career Growth
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Flexible Spending Accounts:
    • Healthcare (FSA)
    • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
    • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
    • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

Overall Position Summary and Objectives

Provide support services to satisfy the overall operational objectives of the Fogarty International Center. The primary objective is to provide services and deliverables through performance of support services.

 


Deliverables:

 

  • Work products and documents related to developing new concepts and initiatives; conduct research; plan and implement activities; develop dissemination plans; develop FIC-sponsored programs and initiatives. - Ad-Hoc
  • Work products and documents related to designing and conducting program evaluation studies; analyze research activities; analyze programmatic and portfolio data; plan, organize and participate in meetings and consultations. - Ad-Hoc
  • Work products and documents related to preparing background materials and context on policy and program issues; prepare, write and edit technical proposals and papers related to global health; work with staff to respond to requests; draft documents. - Ad-Hoc

 

Work Details:

 

  • Develop new concepts and initiatives; conduct research; participate in planning and implementation of trans-NIH/multi-agency/multisector activities related to the Center for Global Health Studies (CGHS). - 1
  • Conduct research on specific areas of concern for FIC and develop recommendations for action. - 2
  • Plan, organize and participate in technical meetings and consultations that convene diverse groups to discuss key issues in global health research, identify research gaps and priorities, and articulate research agendas around particular global health research topics. - 3
  • Prepare background materials and provide context on a range of policy and program issues, for use by senior FIC leadership in discussions with senior government and non-government officials.

  • Prepare, write and edit technical proposals and papers related to global health, including topics related to international research policy and novel program evaluation approaches.

     

  • Work with Director of Division of International Science Policy, Planning and Evaluation to respond to Congressional requests; draft documents related to the Congressional appropriations process.
  • Participate in the development of FIC-supported programs and initiatives.

  • Work with FIC Evaluation Officer and staff to design and conduct program evaluation studies, the analysis of research activities, and the analysis of programmatic and portfolio data to support FIC’s program assessments.

     

  • Develop dissemination plans for project deliverables that result from CGHS projects.
  • Provides technical experience needed to analyze, develop and implement organizational policies and practices.
  • Prepare background materials and provide context on a range of policy and program issues for use by upper management.
  • Prepare substantive technical reports and succinct executive summaries explaining program and policy issues.
  • Provides technical advice to program staff regarding new policies and procedures.
  • Interpret requirements, analyze gathered information, verify facts, draw conclusions and prepare work products Performs research of issues pertaining to current policies, regulations and procedures, and prepares issuance to program staff on changes.
  • Research and summarize background materials as needed by locating scientific or other policy related information on the internet and other means, including literature and database searches.
  • Work with staff on reporting requirements, including collecting information, collaborating with other offices and preparing written reports.
  • Review and report on relevant publications, reports, conference proceedings, speeches and other materials.
  • Assists with data collection.
  • Compile and analyze policy and related information.
  • Collect and analyze relevant qualitative and statistical information and program information.
  • Analyze and evaluate data for policy information.
  • Conduct and summarize technical research on policy topics.
  • Collect, organize and analyze data from various sources.
  • Collects and analyzes data.
  • Compile, analyze and organize scientific, policy and related information.
  • Collect, analyze and organize relevant qualitative and statistical information and program information.
  • Research, analyze and evaluate data for policy information.
  • Conduct and summarize technical research on policy topics.
  • Collect, organize and analyze data from various sources.
  • Analyzes and provides information on current policy issues.
  • Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of current policy initiatives.
  • Prepare background information, options and recommendations that are used to brief upper management.
  • Conduct briefings with upper management on status of policy issues.
  • Attends meetings to review and implement discussion items.
  • Attend meetings; provide minutes and reports.
  • Review and implement discussion items.
  • Attend meetings, workshops, and seminars on relevant topics; provide a summary of relevant proceedings.
  • Prepares reports, graphs, etc., for use by upper management.
  • Interpret, analyze and condense material from a variety of sources for presentation.
  • Compile data and prepare graphs, slides and presentations.
  • Prepare reports, graphs, etc., for use by upper management.
  • Provides technical expertise needed to independently analyze, develop and implement organizational policies and practices.
  • Prepare background materials and provide context on a range of policy and program issues for use by upper management.
  • Prepare substantive technical reports and succinct executive summaries explaining program and policy issues.
  • Analyzes and consults with upper management regarding current policy issues.
  • Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of current policy initiatives.
  • Prepare background information, options and recommendations that are used to brief upper management.
  • Conduct briefings with upper management on status of policy issues.
  • Summarizes data and prepares and reviews reports, graphs, etc., for use by upper management.
  • Interpret, analyze and condense material from a variety of sources for presentation.
  • Compile data and prepare graphs, slides and presentations.
  • Prepare reports, graphs, etc., for use by upper management.
  • Develops new policies that support organizational goals.
  • Provide advice and guidance to managers in developing new policy initiatives and related supporting documentation.
  • Plan, lead, and attends meetings to review and implement discussion items.
  • Attend meetings; provide minutes and reports.
  • Review and implement discussion items.
  • Attend meetings, workshops, and seminars on relevant topics; provide a summary of relevant proceedings.
  • Plan, organize and participate in technical meetings and consultations that convene diverse groups to discuss key issues in research, identify research gaps and priorities, and articulate research agendas.
  • Plan and lead meetings regarding current and new initiatives.
  • Participate in planning sessions; contribute expertise in discussions of current and new policy initiatives.
  • Prepares briefing materials and professional packages for upper management and provides recommendations for improvement.
  • Prepare briefings, summaries, talking points and background documents; assemble briefing books.

 


1, 2, 3, 4, 5 represents priority rankings, where 1 is highest priority and 5 is lowest priority of those ranked



Minimum Education:

Bachelor


Additional Qualifications:

 

Certifications & Licenses

  • Master’s degree in global health-related field
  • Three years of specialized experience plus a Bachelor’s degree is equivalent to a Master’s degree
  • Master's or Bachelor's with equivalent experience

 

Field of Study

  • Community and Public Health

 

Software

  • MS Office Suite

 

Skills

  • Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
  • Strong communications skills, both oral and written

 


Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.


The diversity of Axle’s employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.


Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com


This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location.

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Salary Range

$75,000 - $85,000 USD

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