Senior Legislative Analyst

# Who We Are

The Association of American Medical Colleges (**AAMC**) is a not‑for‑profit association dedicated to transforming health care by supporting the entire spectrum of medical education, medical research, and patient care conducted by our member institutions. We are dedicated to the communities we serve and steadfast in our goal to improve the health of all.

At the AAMC, we are committed to supporting our employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to promote well‑being, professional development, and work‑life balance.

**Hybrid Work** – Primarily remote roles with the ability to work across the U.S.
**Comprehensive Health & Wellness** – Medical, dental, and vision coverage; wellness programs; and fitness reimbursement
**Generous Time Away** – Paid time off, holidays, personal days, sick leave, paid parental leave, and short‑ and long‑term disability benefits
**Retirement & Financial Well‑Being** – 403(b) retirement plan with generous employer contributions and financial planning resources
**Family & Care Support** – Backup care for children, elders, and pets, plus resources for families with specialized needs
**Learning & Purpose** – Tuition reimbursement, professional learning and development opportunities, and the chance to advance a meaningful mission

Additional information can be found on our website.

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# Why Us, Why Now?

The **Senior Legislative Analyst** serves as a senior subject‑matter expert within Government Relations, independently and collaboratively advancing AAMC’s federal advocacy priorities related to the budget, medical research, public health, Veterans Affairs, and higher education. The role leads and supports legislative analysis and advocacy strategy on specific issues within the portfolio, represents AAMC to Congress, federal agencies, and national coalitions, and serves as primary staff lead for major advocacy partnerships. The position exercises significant judgment in complex, evolving policy environments and regularly advises senior leadership on legislative strategy and organizational priorities.

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# How You Will Make an Impact

## Advocate, Maintain Strategic Alliances, and Assess & Analyze Legislative Activity

Educate Congress, the Federal Executive Branch, AAMC constituents, and advocacy partners on AAMC policy priorities.

Help position AAMC as a respected resource regarding academic medicine issues by:

– Developing advocacy materials and implementing advocacy messaging and strategy
– Leading Congressional advocacy meetings and educating Members of Congress and their staff
– Developing and maintaining professional relationships with congressional staff and advocacy partners
– Organizing Congressional briefings on AAMC priorities
– Increasing Congressional support for AAMC‑supported legislation
– Staffing the Friends of VA Medical Care and Health Research Coalition and related higher education coalitions
– Representing the AAMC and related policy priorities at Congressional hearings, briefings, and stakeholder meetings with fellow health care organizations
– Leading and facilitating working groups for government relations representatives on key issues as advocacy needs emerge
– Coordinating with other Government Relations staff and others throughout the organization
– Informing AAMC constituents of important legislative and regulatory activity and communicating the AAMC’s views to the medical and scientific research, physician, hospital, health, and higher education communities

Serve as AAMC legislative issue lead to track, analyze, and summarize legislation and regulations at various stages of the policymaking process, including issue briefs and one‑pagers.

Monitor and respond to fast‑moving legislative and regulatory developments, providing rapid analysis, strategic recommendations, and messaging guidance during time‑sensitive or high‑impact situations affecting AAMC priorities.

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## Staff the Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research

Under the direction of the Senior Director, Public Policy & Strategic Outreach, help staff the AAMC‑led Ad Hoc Group for Medical Research, including:

– Drafting correspondence on behalf of the coalition
– Leading working groups
– Disseminating materials to the coalition
– Managing content on the coalition’s website
– Helping to develop the coalition agenda
– Participating in strategy and advocacy meetings

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## Edit Publications

– Serve as *Washington Highlights* co‑editor and assist in creating and updating materials for the advocacy section of the AAMC website
– Manage *Washington Highlights* contributors across the organization to secure, review, and publish content for the newsletter

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## Special Projects and Mentorship

– Work directly with the Chief Public Policy Officer and others across the association to manage high‑priority projects and organizational strategy issues
– Participate in selected meetings on behalf of the department or organization and deliver presentations on topics within the portfolio
– Work with legislative analysts and other specialists across the association to provide guidance, coaching, and review of materials related to this position

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# What You Will Bring to the Role

## Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree is required, along with **5–7 years of related work experience** (an advanced degree may substitute appropriately).

Related experience includes:

– Work on medical research, higher education, health care, and/or public health policy issues
– Working with elected officials at local, state, and federal levels
– Covering hearings, briefings, and related events
– Handling advocacy and coalition communications and inquiries
– Tracking and analyzing federal legislative and regulatory issues
– Presenting and communicating analyses and positions on key legislative and policy issues
– Drafting and disseminating policy documents and related materials

Additional requirements:

– Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills (with emphasis on writing)
– Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
– Ability to utilize AAMC software to post approved content online

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## Preferred Experience

– Working knowledge of policy areas important to medical schools and teaching hospitals

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# Remote Work Eligibility

This position is eligible for remote work **within the Washington, DC / Baltimore metro area only**.

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# Compensation Grade Range

**$115,855.00 – $136,300.00**

Multiple factors determine the final salary, including scope, responsibilities, experience, education, internal equity, market conditions, and business considerations.

If a bachelor’s degree is required, related work experience may be substituted. One year of accredited college coursework equals one year of related work experience.

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# Equal Opportunity Statement

The AAMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair and equitable recruitment, hiring, career advancement, and all personnel practices. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability, military service, or any other legally protected characteristic.

We ensure full inclusion of qualified individuals and provide reasonable accommodations as needed. To request accommodation for the application or interview process, essential job functions, or access to benefits, please contact the talent acquisition team.

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