Senior Research Manager, Food Regulation

Politico • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

POLITICO is seeking a Senior Research Manager to help lead part of AgencyIQ, its regulatory intelligence and information services product. AgencyIQ provides regulatory intelligence and analysis for professionals in the life sciences and food industries. The role focuses on U.S. food regulations issued by the FDA, USDA, and state agencies, analyzing regulatory developments and their relevance and impact on food companies, and providing context for an informed professional audience.

The Senior Research Manager will join an experienced research team producing daily content, in-depth research, weekly insights, directed deliverables, and presentations. Coverage includes food regulatory topics such as labeling, ingredients, packaging, nutrition, safety, and compliance. The position also involves collaboration with researchers covering chemical, food, and life sciences regulation, as well as participation in subscriber- and prospect-facing events and business development activities.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience analyzing U.S. food regulations, guidance, and policies from the FDA, USDA, and state authorities.
• Prior experience writing about regulatory developments in a deadline-driven environment for an executive or industry audience.
• Strong writing skills, including the ability to write efficiently and effectively for a business or policy audience.
• Knowledge of and interest in regulation and regulatory policy.
• Experience and comfort working in fast-paced, research-driven environments where daily delivery of regulatory analyses is standard.
• Excellent working knowledge of food regulatory frameworks and processes, particularly the FDA, and ability to deliver expert insights to knowledgeable subscribers.
• Enjoyment of reading, analyzing, writing, speaking, and learning about challenging or new regulatory topics.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Nice To Haves

• An advanced degree or certification related to food science, law, or policy, such as a JD, PhD, or relevant master’s degree.
• Prior media experience, including journalism or writing a product widely read by others, such as a business intelligence product or internal newsletter.
• Experience presenting on regulatory topics to different audience types and in different settings, both virtual and in person.

Responsibilities

• Produce three to four topical intelligence articles per week and other subscriber content based on emerging food-related regulatory and legislative developments.
• Serve as a subject matter specialist on food topics such as labeling, packaging, nutrition, ingredients, safety, and compliance.
• Lead or participate in developing and delivering in-depth analysis, deep-dive research, webinars, and email newsletters.
• Collaborate with AgencyIQ researchers focused on chemical, food, and life sciences regulation.
• Participate in subscriber- and prospect-facing events, briefings, and business development activities.
• Analyze the relevance of regulatory changes and developments and explain their type and degree of impact on food companies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed