Government & Policy Journalist in Residence (Office of the Dean,SOGP)

Johns Hopkins University
United States, D.C., Washington
Sep 27, 2025
The newly announced School of Government and Public Policy, unveiled in October 2023, 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. We are seeking a solution-focused person with a demonstrated ability to create new paths to achieve results. 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. This program aims to bridge cutting-edge social-science research and public dialogue while fostering a dynamic exchange between academia and journalism. The Journalist in Residence will be embedded at the School of Government for one academic year (2025-26), collaborating with faculty and students while providing practical insights and fostering connections between academic research and public policy discourse. This is an appointment which is for up to one year, may be benefit-eligible depending on type of commitment and may be eligible for renewal. 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 (local, regional, national or international), 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. Classified Title: Government & Policy Exec. in Residence Job Posting Title (Working Title):Government & Policy Journalist in Residence (Office of the Dean,SOGP) Role/Level/Range: APPTSTAF/01/ST Starting Salary Range: Commensurate w/exp. Employee group: Limited Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm FLSA Status:Exempt Location: Remote Department name: Office of the Dean Personnel area: School of Government & Policy Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 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