We have the following openings:
Deputy Director
Location: Washington, DC (Hybrid)Start Date: April 2026
Hours: Full-time or part-time (minimum 30 hours/week)
Salary Range: Starting salary up to $125,000, commensurate with education, experience, and hours. Opportunity for salary increase within 12 months as well as advancement.
The National Center for Health Research (NCHR) invites applications from individuals passionate about improving U.S. health care through evidence-based programs and policies, and communicating accurate, understandable, and persuasive information to the public.
This is a unique opportunity to apply your clinical or research training and oral and written communication skills, supervising a small but impressive team of medical and public health professionals under the guidance of an influential health policy expert.
What We’re Looking For: We seek intellectually curious, mission-driven candidates who:
- Hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent in public health, epidemiology, medicine, psychology, or related fields
- Must be available to work in Washington, DC, starting in April or early May 2026 without visa or sponsorship issues
- Have strong biostatistics expertise and excellent communication skills to translate complex research findings into clear, compelling writing for scientific and lay audiences
- Is a team player with a commitment to public service, scientific integrity, and improving the quality of medical care for all adults and children in the U.S.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and interpret peer-reviewed studies to assess their clinical and policy relevance
- Write evidence-based content for the public, policy briefs, and HHS agencies such as FDA and CMS
- Participate in national meetings and federal advisory committee meetings
- Supervise the writing of articles and policy comments (see center4research.org and stopcancerfund.org for examples of our work)
This is a new position that we hope to fill as soon as possible. To apply, please submit the following to nb@center4research.org:
- Your resume or CV
- A cover letter explaining how your expertise aligns with our mission, your available start date, whether FT or PT, and salary expectations.
No calls, please.
Spring 2026 Social Media & Communications Internship
Applications are now open for a Spring 2026 Social Media & Communications Internship position at the National Center for Health Research in Washington, DC! The internship will begin in January. If interested, please send your resume and a cover letter describing your interests and the weeks and hours per week that you are available during the spring semester to info@center4research.org.
This paid internship is open to graduate students and recent graduates who can commit to at least 25 hours per week for at least 12 weeks. The internship stipend is $500/month, with the possibility of advancement. Please note: You must be available to work in person at least 2 days per week (likely Tuesday and Thursday) in our DC office to be considered.
Through this opportunity, you’ll gain first-hand experience with key health issues and develop practical skills in communicating health information through social media and web content. Our interns become part of our team by working on various projects such as:
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- Drafting and scheduling social media posts across multiple platforms
- Tracking social media analytics and identifying opportunities to improve reach and engagement
- Supporting digital campaigns and communications strategies related to the organization’s work
- Collaborating with staff to develop messaging materials and contribute to organizational communications priorities
Only candidates with excellent writing skills and a solid background in social media will be considered. Interest and experience with health issues and health policies is preferred. To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume to info@center4research.org. Please look at our web articles and social media platforms before applying. Your cover letter should describe how the position and our work fit with your goals and interests.
No calls please.