JSPG ambassador opportunity
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Title: JSPG Ambassador
Supervisor: Ambassador Program Manager Status: Part-time, volunteer Term: One (1) Year Commitment: One (1) to three (3) hours per week - varies depending on assignments Location: Remote Compensation: Volunteer/unpaid Applications are currently open from April 29 – June 7, 2024. Start: August 2024 How to apply: Apply through the form below. For questions, please email: [email protected] with the subject line "Ambassador Position." |
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How to learn more: To facilitate opportunities for questions about the program, and meeting JSPG staff and current ambassadors, we held an open house on February 21, 2023. The recording is available below. Please email [email protected] with any questions.
Thank you so much for allowing me to learn and grow in the world of science policy. The ambassador program has allowed me to build a policy network and collaborate with the fantastic JSPG events team.
- Nabila Riaz, JSPG ambassador; PhD student, Dartmouth College
The Journal of Science Policy & Governance (JSPG), a 501-c3 non-profit organization and international, open-access peer-reviewed publication, seeks Ambassadors to join the journal. This position provides professional development opportunities for students interested in science policy. As JSPG is an entirely volunteer-run organization, we are not able to offer compensation.
Duties:
Eligibility and qualifications:
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Benefits of being an ambassador:
About JSPG: The Journal of Science Policy and Governance (JSPG) is a non-profit organization and an international, interdisciplinary, and peer-reviewed publication based in the United States. Since 2011, JSPG has served as a visible publication outlet and professional development resource for early career scientists, engineers, and researchers to bolster their research and writing credentials on matters covering every aspect of science, technology, and innovation policy.
JSPG diversity statement: JSPG is committed to empowering minority students and early career researchers in science and technology policy debates, and uplifting the voices of those who have traditionally gone unheard in our field. We seek to engage all early career leaders in developing innovative policy and governance solutions consistent with a more diverse and equitable society.
Duties:
- Assist JSPG leadership in outreach efforts, event organizing, podcast planning and distribution, media engagement, communications and social media engagement, as well as data collection and impact evaluation around published work.
- The position will be tailored to individual interests of the ambassadors, but opportunities will be provided for engaging in multiple projects.
- These include but are not limited to: promoting calls for submissions and issue launches, expanding the reach of publications, and helping further the mission of JSPG to elevate early career voices in science policy debate and discourse.
Eligibility and qualifications:
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program (BS) or graduate program (Master’s or PhD).
- Ideal candidates will have interest in science policy and publishing; prior science policy experience is not required.
- Applications from candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged, including but not limited to the natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities with a concentration in science and technology.
- Must be willing to commit to a one (1) year term, dedicating 1-3 hours to editorial duties per week, workload varies throughout the academic year.
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- This position is distinct from the editorial board, and is meant to expand opportunities for trainees around published issues. Editorial board applications will be separate from ambassador roles.
Benefits of being an ambassador:
- Gain knowledge of science policy topics and understanding of journal operations
- Learn skill sets that are applicable to a variety of science policy careers
- Obtain exposure to working in teams and interact with science policy professionals
- Receive highlight on the JSPG website with headshot and bio
- Get credit for JSPG work performed in official materials and in partner communications
- Gain opportunities to join calls and meetings, and work with JSPG leadership on projects
About JSPG: The Journal of Science Policy and Governance (JSPG) is a non-profit organization and an international, interdisciplinary, and peer-reviewed publication based in the United States. Since 2011, JSPG has served as a visible publication outlet and professional development resource for early career scientists, engineers, and researchers to bolster their research and writing credentials on matters covering every aspect of science, technology, and innovation policy.
JSPG diversity statement: JSPG is committed to empowering minority students and early career researchers in science and technology policy debates, and uplifting the voices of those who have traditionally gone unheard in our field. We seek to engage all early career leaders in developing innovative policy and governance solutions consistent with a more diverse and equitable society.
