Research Scientist
Posting Details
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Job Description Summary:
GW’s Department of Environmental and Occupational Health ( EOH ) looks at how environmental and occupational exposures impact human health. It explores the underlying science and policy for issues such as sustainable cities and food systems, climate change and air pollution mitigation, workplace safety and risk management.
Additional information on EOH can be found at the following link: http://publichealth.gwu.edu/departments/environmental-and- occupational-health.
EOH is searching for a Research Scientist for the research group of Professor Dr. Susan Anenberg for 40 hours per week. Dr. Anenberg’s main interests are quantifying health impacts of climate change and air pollution from local to global scales, including developing scientific methods and evaluating policy scenarios for mitigation. This research is interdisciplinary and draws from a variety of fields, including atmospheric science, epidemiology, and economics.
This position will aid Dr. Anenberg in managing the NIH -supported Research and Engagement for Action on Climate and Health ( REACH ) Center, engaging with non-academic stakeholders, and implementing novel studies related to modeling the health implications of present and future climate change and air pollution. The individual will also receive mentoring and direct guidance from Dr. Anenberg in order to advance their career. The individual will work closely with Dr. Anenberg and the REACH Center Administrative Manager, and will work within project teams at GW, other academic institutions, and non-academic stakeholders.
Responsibilities include:
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s degree plus 5 years of experience or a PhD plus 2 years of experience in a related discipline to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
GW Staff Approach to Pay
How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. POSITION INFORMATION
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)
Family Research and Labs
Sub-Family Field Research
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 4
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am -5pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework:
Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: R002399
Job Open Date: 05/11/2026
Job Close Date:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
I. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
Job Description Summary:
GW’s Department of Environmental and Occupational Health ( EOH ) looks at how environmental and occupational exposures impact human health. It explores the underlying science and policy for issues such as sustainable cities and food systems, climate change and air pollution mitigation, workplace safety and risk management.
Additional information on EOH can be found at the following link: http://publichealth.gwu.edu/departments/environmental-and- occupational-health.
EOH is searching for a Research Scientist for the research group of Professor Dr. Susan Anenberg for 40 hours per week. Dr. Anenberg’s main interests are quantifying health impacts of climate change and air pollution from local to global scales, including developing scientific methods and evaluating policy scenarios for mitigation. This research is interdisciplinary and draws from a variety of fields, including atmospheric science, epidemiology, and economics.
This position will aid Dr. Anenberg in managing the NIH -supported Research and Engagement for Action on Climate and Health ( REACH ) Center, engaging with non-academic stakeholders, and implementing novel studies related to modeling the health implications of present and future climate change and air pollution. The individual will also receive mentoring and direct guidance from Dr. Anenberg in order to advance their career. The individual will work closely with Dr. Anenberg and the REACH Center Administrative Manager, and will work within project teams at GW, other academic institutions, and non-academic stakeholders.
Responsibilities include:
- Organize REACH Center events and other programs, such as student fellowships and pilot grants.
- Track REACH Center activities and outputs and draft grant reports.
- Assist REACH Center investigators with drafting grant proposals related to health and extreme weather.
- Partner with University of Maryland and other non-academic stakeholders to develop, test, and deploy environmental justice mapping tools that identify and visualize disproportionate climate and pollution burdens on vulnerable communities.
- Contribute to team-based projects tracking the health effects of climate change, including analysis of how shifting climate patterns affect air quality, heat exposure, and disease burden across populations.
- Prepare tables, figures, and written drafts for presentations and publications.
- Prepare and conduct presentations to stakeholders on research methods and findings
- Participate actively in GWU and cross-institutional project team meetings, contributing to collaborative research design and interpretation.
- Assist with providing guidance to junior staff
- Incumbent is expected to work well as part of multi-disciplinary teams and have enthusiasm for conducting research at the nexus of environmental science, public health, and policy.
Minimum Qualifications:
Qualified candidates will hold a Master’s degree plus 5 years of experience or a PhD plus 2 years of experience in a related discipline to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
- Experience working in teams to develop and implement projects.
- Experience translating complex scientific concepts, data, and tools to advance environmental policy.
- General understanding of atmospheric science and/or population-based health studies, such as epidemiology.
GW Staff Approach to Pay
How is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. POSITION INFORMATION
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH)
Family Research and Labs
Sub-Family Field Research
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 4
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am -5pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework:
Required Background Check Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: R002399
Job Open Date: 05/11/2026
Job Close Date:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.