Policy Director, Economic Dignity Lab - McCourt School of Public Policy - Georgetown University

Georgetown University•Dallas, TX

8d•$65 - $127•Hybrid

About The Position

The Economic Dignity Lab at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy develops evidence-based policy proposals to help Americans provide for loved ones, pursue purpose and potential, and work with respect and dignity. The Policy Director works with the Lab’s Executive Director to develop its policy agenda, set research priorities, guide research assistants and student researchers, coordinate contributors, and help present the Lab’s work to policymakers, academics, and the public. As the senior substantive lead on the Lab’s policy work, the Policy Director helps shape the intellectual direction of publications and ensures they meet high standards of rigor and impact. The role reports to the Founding Executive Director and partners closely with the Managing Director on the Lab’s operations and output. It also collaborates with commissioned policy experts, McCourt School faculty, and external partners in government, academia, and advocacy. The position is part-time, requires a commitment of at least 15–20 hours per week, and is designated hybrid.

Requirements

Preference for five years of progressively responsible experience in policy development, analysis, or a related field.
Ability to author and edit rigorous, publication-quality policy papers and briefs.
Substantive knowledge of relevant areas such as labor markets, AI and the future of work, job creation, workforce development, care policy, and tax policy.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex analysis for policymaker and public audiences.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple publications and deadlines simultaneously.
Experience supervising or mentoring junior researchers.
Commitment to at least 15–20 hours per week.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in public policy, economics, law, or a related field; an advanced degree (Master’s, JD, or PhD) in one of these fields is valued.
Prior experience in federal or state policymaking, including work in the executive branch, Congress, or state government.
Established network among policymakers, researchers, and advocates in economic and labor policy.
Familiarity with the economic dignity framework and the Lab’s body of work.

Responsibilities

Support development of the Lab’s policy agenda and major policy papers, briefs, and reports from conception through publication.
Supervise and mentor research assistants and student researchers, and guide their day-to-day research work.
Coordinate the work of outside policy experts and contributing authors.
Contribute to the Lab’s public forums and events.
Work with the Executive Director to set research priorities and shape the intellectual direction of the Lab’s publications.
Help develop public event presentations that communicate the Lab’s work to policymakers, academics, and the public.