Support project teams by conducting data analysis, literature reviews, stakeholder interviews, and synthesis across multiple concurrent projects
Contribute to the design and execution of analytic approaches to address complex science, technology, and innovation policy questions
Translate quantitative and qualitative findings into clear, well-structured, client-ready insights, reports, and presentations
Communicate analysis results effectively in written and oral formats to internal team members and external clients
Collaborate closely within small, multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced consulting environment
Apply a range of qualitative and quantitative analytic methods under the guidance of senior staff
Support effective project delivery through meeting coordination, documentation, and high-quality notetaking
Occasionally travel domestically and internationally

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required due to government contract requirements
Ability to start in March 2026
Bachelor’s degree required (master’s degree preferred) in a STEM field, public policy, or a related social science discipline
0–5 years of relevant experience (including internships, fellowships, research assistantships, or consulting-style project work) related to science, technology, and innovation policy
Demonstrated interest in addressing real-world science, technology, and innovation policy challenges
Demonstrated research or analytical experience using qualitative and/or quantitative methods
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively about complex policy subjects, including:
Demonstrated critical communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing project needs
Interest in developing consulting, problem-solving, and client engagement skills
Experience working in or with federal agencies or government contractors (preferred)
Experience with R, Python, econometrics, and/or data visualization tools (preferred)

Benefits

SRI has a competitive benefits package, to view details please go to https://www.sri.com/resources/benefits/

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

data analysisliterature reviewsstakeholder interviewsqualitative methodsquantitative methodsRPythoneconometricsdata visualization

Soft Skills

communication skillscritical communicationproblem-solvingclient engagementtask managementadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor’s degreeMaster’s degree