Science Policy Fellowships from AAAS

Interested in contributing your physics knowledge to science policy and public service? The AAAS Science & Technology Policy Fellowships provide physicists the opportunity to learn first-hand about the intersection of science and policy. Fellows serve yearlong assignments in congressional offices and federal agencies (NIH, USAID, DoE, etc) in the Washington, D.C. region.

For more than 40 years, scientists, social scientists, and engineers have applied their knowledge and technical expertise to policy-making while developing valuable career-enhancing skills. Join a network of more than 2,800 current and alumni fellows, affecting policy decisions and forging new careers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

-Doctoral-level degree (PhD, MD, DVM, DSc, etc.) in any scientific, social science or engineering discipline OR

-Master's in engineering with 3 years of professional engineering experience

-US citizenship

ONLINE APPLICATIONS DUE: November 1, 2013

FELLOWSHIP START DATE: September 1, 2014

For more information and to apply visit: http://fellowships.aaas.org/ Questions? Call: 202-326-6700 or email: fellowships@aaas.org NOTES: Additional Salary Information: STIPEND & BENEFITS: - $74,000 - $99,000 - Health insurance, travel/training and relocation allowances. *dependent on agency placement