At least 7-10 years of experience in science and technology policy, spanning some combination of federal agencies, Congress, research institutions, or policy organizations; Deep knowledge of NSF's directorate and division structure, funding mechanisms (grants, cooperative agreements, and related instruments), merit review processes, and strategic priorities; Fluency in the federal S&T policy landscape, including the roles of OSTP, NSF, DOE, NIH, and the ARPAs; funding structures; legislation; and appropriations; Familiarity with state-level S&T policy structures, state engagement with federal science priorities, regional innovation ecosystems, and/or research commercialization strategies; Exceptional written communication skills, evidenced by a track record of publishing policy proposals, and the ability to translate technical work for public-facing audiences; Demonstrated ability to build and sustain relationships with key stakeholders and policymakers, and to collaborate with them in developing policy; Demonstrated experience managing and facilitating convenings, workshops, and/or structured stakeholder engagement processes with high-profile, thought leaders; Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects on time with limited oversight; A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and pursuing it within the mission of FAS and within the broader science and technology ecosystem. FAS has a rich history: after the devastating bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945, a group of atomic researchers – deeply concerned about the use of science for malice – created an organization committed to using science and technology to benefit humanity.