Government & Policy Journalist in Residence (Office of the Dean, SOGP) - 119033
The newly announced School of Government and Public Policy presents a pivotal opportunity for Johns Hopkins University to strengthen its footprint and engagement in the nation’s capital. This initiative aims to serve society, train the next generation of public servants, drive data-informed government innovation, and confront the complex challenges facing today’s policymakers.
We are seeking a Government & Policy Journalist in Residence who will be working in a start-up environment – creating processes and procedures, navigating unexpected obstacles, and adapting to change frequently. An agile mindset and flexible approach to daily responsibilities is needed as we define new ways of working within a well-established university.
The Journalist in Residence Program at the Johns Hopkins University School of Government is designed to integrate distinguished media practitioners into the academic environment, enhancing the school's mission in research, education, and public discourse.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- The Journalist in Residence will be responsible for three primary work-streams :
Public Programming
Host flagship events featuring academics, practitioners, and journalists debating liberalism, technology & society, regulatory reform, and institutional performance.Organize and facilitate public facing events.Permitted to publicly affiliate with the JHU School of Government and Policy in public forums, conferences, and media engagements, sharing insights on contemporary policy issues.Participate in and serve as a media expert in School of Government webinars, podcasts, and articles.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.Research Immersion
Engage with faculty across economics, political science, sociology, and public health to surface under-reported findings ripe for translation to general audiences.Work alongside faculty on research projects, serving as an intellectual bridge between academic inquiries and real-world governance and policy issues.Contribute to the school's policy initiatives, serving as a thought leader in the translation of research findings into actionable policy recommendations and public discourse.Lead research collaborations focused on evidence-driven policy analysis and reporting.Facilitate faculty focused workshops on how to effectively engage with journalists.Educational Enhancement
Advise and develop curriculum or courses providing real-world policy experience and media 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 journalism and public discourse.Support co-curricular activities that enhance the academic experience of students.Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree.Five to seven years of experience in journalism, media, or policy communication work.An established practitioner or leader with strong journalism experience, academic and professional achievement, and a demonstrated commitment to evidence-driven policy writing and public discourse.Strong ties to a journalism and policy community, facilitating opportunities and building networks for collaboration and enhancing the school's national and international profile.Demonstrated experience in bridging academic research and public discourse.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 experienced practitioner with a record of being responsive to emerging governmental, policy and societal needs.A demonstrated record of understanding and integrating evidence-based research and practical policy recommendations into public-facing content.Experience in fellowship program development or newsroom-style mentorship.Track record of successful public programming and event hosting.Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.
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