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Washington, DC, United StatesApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobAffiliated Office AddressWashington, DC, United StatesRequisition ID122712Date CreatedOctober 09, 2026Job FunctionProgram ManagementExempt StatusExemptShift TypeLimitedScheduleMonday-Friday 8:30am-5pmWorksite01-DC:District of ColumbiaWork ModalityOn-site: 90-100% of hours worked on-siteThe Government and Policy Sr. Fellow Program at the Johns Hopkins University School of Government and Policy is designed to integrate distinguished practitioners into the academic environment, enhancing the school's mission in research, education, and policy development. This program aims to foster a dynamic exchange between academia and practice, enriching the educational experience and advancing the school's impact on public policy discourse. GPEIRs will collaborate with faculty and students, providing practical insights and fostering connections between academic theories and real-world policy challenges.
Each Government and Policy Sr. Fellow appointed will have a bespoke focus that aligns with a research, education and/or policy project or initiative at the School of Government and Policy.
This is an appointment which is for six months per year, may be benefit-eligible and can be renewed.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Sr. Fellows may be asked to support any of the following duties and responsibilities
Research Collaboration
- Work alongside faculty on research projects, serving as an intellectual bridge between academic inquiries and real-world governance and policy issues.
- Supervise and mentor students on research projects.
- Llead research projects and/or academic collaborations.
Educational Enhancement
- Advise and develop curriculum or courses providing real-world policy experience and perspectives.
- Collaborate with faculty to design course modules that incorporate practical case studies and current policy debates.
- Enrich the curriculum by participating in or teaching lectures, seminars, and/or workshops offering students firsthand perspectives on policy implementation and governance.
- Guide and mentor students, particularly those engaged in research, impact work, capstone projects or pursuing careers in government or public policy.
- Support co-curricular activities that enhance the academic experience of students.
- Conceive of and organize events that connect students and JHU alumni around policy-specific issues that build networks within the school and throughout the university.
Policy Engagement
- Contribute to the school's policy initiatives, serving as thought leaders or participating in the translation of research findings into actionable policy recommendations and strategies.
- Represent the school in public forums, conferences, and media engagements, sharing insights on contemporary policy issues.
- Participate in and serve as policy experts in School of Government and Policy webinars, podcasts, and articles.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree.
- Five to seven years experience in government or policy work.
- An established practitioner or leader with strong practice experience, academic and professional achievement, and a demonstrated commitment to the promotion and promise of government and policy.
- Strong ties to a government and policy community (local, regional, national or international), facilitating opportunities and building networks for collaboration and enhancing the school's national and international profile.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula
Preferred Qualifications
- An advanced Degree preferred.
- An experienced practitioner with a record of being is responsive to emerging governmental, policy and societal needs.
- A demonstrated record of understanding and integrating evidence-based research and practical policy recommendations.
Classified Title: Government & Policy Exec. in Residence
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Senior Fellow (School of Government and Policy)
Role/Level/Range: APPTSTAF/01/ST
Starting Salary Range: Commensurate w/exp.
Employee group: Limited
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: District of Columbia
Department name: Staff
Personnel area: School of Government & Policy
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.
The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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