SDF Fellows
Social Solutions International | |||
United States, D.C., Washington | |||
1101 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest (Show on map) | |||
Sep 22, 2024 | |||
SDF Fellows Job Locations
US-Washington, D.C.
Overview Social Solutions International, Inc. (Social Solutions) is a Hispanic and woman-owned business emphasizing quality research and evaluation, training and technical assistance, and institutional support services. We are a mission-driven organization that believes that superior science can improve the world. Social Solutions is dedicated to the creation of social and health solutions to improve the welfare of underserved populations worldwide. Social Solutions is a large, thriving business with a fun atmosphere that encourages creativity, new ideas, and employee health and well-being. We put our employees first and use empathetic leadership, taking a genuine interest in our employees' lives and the challenges they face in and out of the workplace. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) are integral to our company culture, and we are continuously striving to enhance our DEIA efforts across our company. You will feel like a contributing member of a growing team and company that has flexibility to enhance processes and procedures quickly to improve performance and growth. We help our employees carve out a professional pathway that has mutual benefits for them and Social Solutions. Social Solutions also offers exceptional compensation and benefits, detailed below. Overview of the Position **MUST BE DESIGNATED AS A FELLOWSHIP FINALIST TO BE APPLY** Social Solutions International is seeking applicants to serve as Science for Development Fellows (SDF) in support of United States Agency for International Developments (USAID) SDF program. Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: SDF Fellows will be expected to participate in activities that benefit from scientific and technical (S&T) inputs, such as:
Provide expert technical support and research to USAID with regards to studies, analyses, data, and systems across a wide array of development-relevant subject areas.
*Applicant must be a US citizen *This position may require international and/or domestic travel. *Applicant must be able to obtain and maintain either a Secret clearance or a USAID issued FAC prior to start (level to be determined upon final USAID host office placement). *All male fellowship applicants must confirm that they have registered for Selective Service, as required of male citizens of the U.S. Government. Failure to meet the Selective Service requirement will result in disqualification from the SDF program. For information about selective service registration, go to: https://www.sss.gov/. Qualifications Experience Excellent scientific and technology research, technical or clinical training and expertise. Individuals with 0 to 10 years of experience following receipt of a Doctorate degree (or Masters of Science in engineering). Education Qualifying doctorate degree in a STEMM discipline (science, technology, engineering, math, medicine, including social sciences), or a Master's of Science in an engineering discipline, such as such as biomedical engineering, electrical and software engineering, environmental engineering, industrial, etc. *The qualifying degree must be completed by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on June 1, 2024. This includes any elements required for completion of the degree, such as submission of final thesis text and sign-off from doctoral committee members. Proof of completion is required. Qualifying disciplines include:
Equal Employer Social Solutions offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits. Please submit your resume online at www.socialsolutions.biz. Social Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Need help finding the right job? We can recommend jobs specifically for you!
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