393 policy researcher jobs at 236 companies in Lanham, MD

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Youth Policy Research Contractor
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$4k/mo HybridContract
Future of Privacy Forum
Future of Privacy Forum: Develops principled data practices for emerging technologies and privacy.
Experience with legislative/regulatory tracking and policy research on technology, AI, education, or youth privacy; strong research, writing, and organizational skills; familiarity with FERPA and COPPA preferred; bachelor’s degree preferred.
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Policy Analyst, Budget Policy
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$86k-$110k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Heritage Foundation
The Heritage Foundation: Conducts conservative public policy research and political advocacy.
3+ YOEGraduate degree (or equivalent skills) in public policy/economics/finance/law/business, 3+ years public policy research or advocacy experience, strong writing and oral communication, Microsoft Suite proficiency.
Microsoft Suite
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Policy Analyst, Conservation Policy
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$65k-$78k/yr OnsiteFull Time
American Progress
American Progress: A progressive think tank developing and advocating for public policy.
3+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 3+ years in conservation/environmental policy; strong research, quantitative, and writing skills; proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with large datasets and preferred familiarity with GIS, R, or Tableau.
Microsoft Excel, GIS, R, Tableau
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Policy Analyst
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$75k-$85k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck
Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck: Full-service law and government relations firm.
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, policy research and analysis experience, technology or telecommunications policy familiarity, legislative tracking, strong writing and communication skills, and ability to manage competing priorities.
Federal Register, FCC, NTIA
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Policy Analyst IV
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Essnova Solutions: Provides professional and technical services to government entities.
Federal policy analysis experience; support regulatory and policy environments; research and reporting; independent support to leadership; U.S. citizenship; on-site at CSOSA locations in the DC area.
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Senior/Principal Researcher, Medicaid Policy and Program (Remote Eligible)
Remote or Ann Arbor or Cambridge or Chicago or Princeton or Washington or Windsor Mill
$145k-$200k/yr RemoteFull Time
Mathematica
Mathematica: Independent, employee-owned policy research firm delivering data-driven health policy insights.
10+ YOESenior state Medicaid leader with 10+ years (Sr) or 15+ years (Principal); Master’s or doctoral degree in analytics/public policy; strong quantitative/qualitative methods; excellent written/spoken communication; project leadership.
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Policy Research Specialist
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$103k-$139k/yr HybridFull Time
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association: National association coordinating independent Blue Cross Blue Shield health plans.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 5+ years in policy analysis and research. Requires qualitative and quantitative analysis, health policy, economics, statistics, project management, writing, presentation, and collaboration skills.
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, SAS, Stata
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Research & Policy Manager, Agriculture
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$76k-$99k/yr HybridFull Time
University of Chicago
University of Chicago: Provides higher education and conducts academic research.
5+ YOEManage agricultural research projects, translate findings into policy, supervise junior researchers, coordinate partners, and guide fundraising and dissemination.
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Senior Policy Analyst/Policy Analyst, Elections Project
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$70k-$100k/yr HybridFull Time
Bipartisan Policy Center
Bipartisan Policy Center: Conducts public policy research to develop bipartisan legislative solutions.
Bachelor's degree required; policy research, writing, legislative analysis, regulatory interpretation, strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Senior level requires 5+ years and project management experience.
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Transportation Researcher
Arlington, Virginia, United States
$55k-$94k/yr HybridFull Time
ICF
ICFNASDAQ: ICFI: Provides strategic consulting and technology services to global organizations.
Bachelor's degree in planning, public policy, transportation engineering, or related field; strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills; proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint; ability to manage multiple projects.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
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Space Policy Analyst
Crystal City, Virginia, United States
$117k-$176k/yr OnsiteFull Time
The Aerospace Corporation
The Aerospace Corporation: Provides technical expertise and research for national space programs.
8+ YOEBachelor's in STEM or policy,8+ years space policy experience,ability to obtain security clearance (U.S. citizenship required),strong research, writing, and public communication skills.
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Policy Intern (Fall 2026)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$20/hr HybridInternship
Greater Washington Partnership
Greater Washington Partnership: Drives regional economic growth, infrastructure, and workforce development initiatives.
Part-time internship (20–24 hrs/wk) involving policy research, writing, stakeholder engagement; interest/experience in public policy, government relations, strong communication and organizational skills required.
Microsoft Office, Salesforce
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Policy Fellow, Global Innovation
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
OnsitePart Time
Information Technology and Innovation Foundation
Information Technology and Innovation Foundation: Non-partisan think tank focused on science and technology policy.
Undergraduate or graduate student with interest in technology, innovation, and trade policy; strong research, writing, analytical, and communication skills; highly proactive and organized.
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Policy Coordinator
Maryland or Virginia or Washington
$65k-$75k/yr RemoteFull Time
Climate Justice Alliance
Climate Justice Alliance: A coalition of organizations uniting frontline communities for climate justice.
Requires policy research, legislative analysis, excellent writing, project management, organization, self-direction, and familiarity with climate policy, environmental justice, Congress, and virtual collaboration.
Basecamp, NextCloud, Powerbase
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Policy Analyst
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$102k-$133k/yr OnsiteFull Time
United States Department of Labor
United States Department of Labor: US federal agency overseeing labor standards and workforce programs.
1+ YOERequires 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to GS-11, including policy analysis, legislative research, policy development, recommendations, briefings, and work with high-level officials.
USAJOBS, USA Hire
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Policy Analyst, Decarceration and Decriminalization
Atlanta or Jackson or Miami or Montgomery or New Orleans or Washington
$103k/yr HybridFull Time
Southern Poverty Law Center
Southern Poverty Law Center: Fighting hate and seeking justice through litigation and education.
5+ YOERequires 5+ years of public policy experience focused on criminal legal systems, a bachelor's degree in public policy or a related field, research and data analysis skills, and strong written and verbal communication.
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Policy Advisor
Annapolis or Anne Arundel County
$88k-$96k/yr HybridFull Time
State of Maryland
State of Maryland: Provides public governance and services for Maryland residents.
2+ YOEBachelor's degree, 2+ years in policy analysis, research, or a similar role, and 1+ year supporting senior managers. Requires strong writing, organization, research, presentation, and office software skills.
Google, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint
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Policy Analyst (workforce development and economic policy)
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$70k-$85k/yr OnsiteFull Time
National Governors Association
National Governors Association: Bipartisan organization representing the governors of all U.S. states.
1+ YOEBachelor’s degree preferred in public policy or related field, 1–3 years of workforce or economic policy experience, strong analytical and communication skills, MS Office knowledge, and ability to manage projects and travel.
Microsoft Office, ClearCompany
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Policy Analyst
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$122k-$158k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Federal Protective Service
Federal Protective Service: Provides law enforcement and security for federal government facilities.
1+ YOERequires one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 advising senior officials, coordinating border security and immigration policy projects, managing urgent actions, conducting research, and providing policy analysis and recommendations.
USAJOBS, Microsoft Word
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Policy Associate
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
$80k-$120k/yr HybridFull Time
The New Foreign Assistance
The New Foreign Assistance: Advocacy group promoting conservative reforms to American foreign assistance.
Strong writing, research, organization, judgment, and follow-through; familiarity with the private sector and commercial diplomacy; rapid learning, strategic flexibility, and comfort in conservative policy environments.

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