Project Research Analyst

Industrial Economics, Incorporated (IEc)

. Support the NOAA Office for Coastal Management in meeting responsibilities under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeSilver Spring • Maryland • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $50,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drafting technical communications and analyzing regulatory applications, with a strong focus on synthesizing public comments and producing high-quality written products under tight deadlines. Proficient in managing multiple priorities in a collaborative environment while supporting federal and Congressional requests.

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Bachelor's Degree in Marine ScienceTechnical Communication DraftingRegulatory Application AnalysisPublic Comment SynthesisWritten Policy Analysis

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Hard Skills

Technical CommunicationRegulatory AnalysisPolicy Document PreparationData GatheringFederal Record MaintenanceSufficiency ReportingDrafting Federal Register NoticesFOIA Request SupportGeospatial Data CompilationRegulatory Clearance Tracking

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationAbility to Manage Multiple PrioritiesCollaborative Work StyleAttention to DetailAbility to Work Under Tight Deadlines

Industry Keywords

Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources ActNOAA Office for Coastal ManagementEnvironmental PolicyCongressional RequestsPublic Hearings CoordinationInteragency ConsultationTechnical SummariesRegulatory CriteriaFederal Staff CoordinationPublic Comment Tracking

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the NOAA Office for Coastal Management in meeting responsibilities under the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act
Maintain federal records and files under the Government’s direction
Gather data and draft technical summaries for NOAA, Department of Commerce, or Congressional requests
Provide high-quality information and talking points regarding OCM activities and partnerships
Assist with rollout plans communicating major decisions or activities
Generate customized, accurate, and up-to-date responses to inquiries about OCM program actions and expenditures
Review DSHMRA exploration license and commercial recovery permit applications against technical, statutory, and regulatory criteria
Provide sufficiency reports to federal staff
Develop draft Federal Register notices
Assist with coordinating virtual public hearings and gathering public comment
Synthesize, sort, and format public comments for NOAA federal staff and General Counsel
Support review and collection of responsive records for FOIA requests
Track and process regulatory clearance packages
Coordinate between NOAA technical experts and NOAA OGC
Maintain a centralized tracking matrix for active DSHMRA regulatory clearance packages
Document milestones from initial application through final interagency disposition
Review draft regulatory packages for administrative completeness
Compile scientific attachments, maps, and geospatial datasets for NOAA OGC submission
Monitor, log, and distribute follow-up action items from legal reviews or interagency consultations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in marine science, oceanography, environmental policy, or a closely related discipline
Professional experience drafting technical communications to support federal or Congressional requests
Experience synthesizing public comments
Experience analyzing statutory criteria for regulatory applications
Experience preparing written policy analysis documents, regulatory summaries, briefing papers, or decision-support materials
Strong written communication skills
Ability to produce high-quality written products on short timelines
Experience reviewing technical or policy documents and providing clear and concise written feedback
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
Must be located within commuting distance of Silver Spring, such as the DC area
Must upload a cover letter, resume, undergraduate transcript, and a solely authored writing sample of no more than five pages including technical information/analysis

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus averaging 10% of annual salary
Quality medical and dental insurance
Contribution to a Health Savings Account
Generous contribution to retirement savings based on tenure
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible vacation/holiday time
Financial support for relevant professional development opportunities
Sick time
Short- and long-term disability
Paid family and medical leave
Commuter benefits
Recreational and social opportunities