Transferable Skills

Teamwork as a Senior Project Manager in Science Policy

How do you apply this transferable skill in your position?

I work on part of multiple teams, and I've learned quickly that being an effective and high functioning team is critical for meeting deadlines and producing deliverables. I also serve as a liaison between our research team and our partners at the state and in a large national organization, so being able to connect across teams is important.

What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
  • Ability to work on a team
  • Ability to work with people outside the organization
  • Providing constructive feedback

Teamwork as a Director of Industry Partnerships in Science Policy

How do you apply this transferable skill in your position?

The professional indicated this transferable skill is important in their position, but did not provide specific examples.

What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
  • Ability to work on a team
  • Ability to work with people outside the organization
  • Contributing to institution (ie participating on committees)
  • Providing constructive feedback

Teamwork as a Chief Policy Director in Science Policy

How do you apply this transferable skill in your position?

I am preparing a briefing with a number of people. I am writing a policy memo with a number of people. I work on developing amendments for legislative in coordination and cooperation with others as well.

What specific skills are part of how you apply this transferable skill?
  • Ability to work on a team

How else do you use this transferable skill?
Simultaneously working together to advance the product (paper, legislation, briefing)

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