The Ford Agency is spearheading a search for a Regulatory Affairs Associate to join a DC scientific consulting firm. This individual will be tasked with developing a regulatory strategy for clients in the scientific community, monitoring legislation and regulations, drafting policy positions, and responding to client inquiries. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, deadline-driven and action-oriented. This individual communicates closely with industry leaders and builds coalitions with members both nationally and at the state level. If you have a scientific educational background and at least 3 years of regulatory experience dealing with food science or agricultural science and are looking to bring your unique skillset to a team of professionals committed to providing exceptional service to their clients, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities Include:
Develop and implement a regulatory and government affairs strategy in collaboration with leadership team
Track and summarize regulations that will impact clients
Represent clients in the science field at relevant meetings, regulatory agencies, conferences and scientific community
Respond to inquiries in a timely and thorough manner
Organize content for webinars, conferences, and other educational events
Draft policy positions, draft comments for proposed regulations
Assist with other projects as needed
Qualifications Include:
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Political Science, Public Policy/Health or related field
3+ years of regulatory experience with a government agency, trade association, or nonprofit
Direct regulatory experience in food science or agriculture science
Professional writing and verbal communication skills
Project Management experience preferred
Candidates for this position must be based in DC, MD, or VA area or have independent plans for relocation.
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