Content Specialist

Natcast (short for The National Center for the Advancement of Semiconductor Technology) is a new, purpose-built, non-profit entity created to operate the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) consortium, established by the CHIPS Act of the U.S. government.

Working at Natcast represents an opportunity to help extend America’s leadership in semiconductor technology, significantly reduce the time and cost of moving from idea to commercialization, and build and sustain a semiconductor workforce development ecosystem.

These efforts to advance semiconductor technology and seed new industries built on the capabilities of a wide range of advanced chips hold the potential to benefit the country and the world for generations to come.

Content Specialist, NSTC Workforce Center of Excellence 

In this role you will help shape semiconductor workforce development in the United States. by creating compelling content that influences industry leaders, policymakers, and educational institutions. 

Every day you will translate complex workforce data and industry insights into engaging stories that illuminate the path forward for semiconductor talent development, working alongside leading experts in both workforce development and technology innovation. 

To thrive in this role you must combine exceptional research and writing abilities with a passion for workforce development, demonstrating both analytical rigor and creative storytelling skills that can be combined to build compelling narratives that drive action. 

Natcast, through the NSTC Workforce Center of Excellence (WCoE), leads the nation's efforts to develop a world-class semiconductor workforce. As the operator of the National Semiconductor Technology Center, Natcast uniquely bridges the interests of industry, academia, and government to address critical workforce challenges that face this innovative sector. The WCoE's research and insights directly influence both national and regional workforce development strategies and help shape the future of semiconductor talent across the United States. 

The Content Specialist plays a pivotal role in translating workforce research into actionable insights that guide the semiconductor industry's talent development initiatives. This position offers the opportunity to influence national workforce policy while creating compelling content that drives meaningful change in how the industry approaches talent development. 

Responsibilities: 

• Conduct comprehensive workforce development research and analysis 

• Create data-driven reports and white papers for industry stakeholders 

• Draft engaging blog posts and articles on workforce trends 

• Interview industry experts and program participants 

• Synthesize complex data into actionable insights 

• Collaborate with data scientists to interpret research findings 

• Develop content for multiple platforms to promote thought leadership 

• Engage with stakeholders across the semiconductor ecosystem 

• Monitor and analyze workforce development trends 

• Contribute to program evaluation and impact assessment 

Required Skills and Experience: 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in public policy, journalism, or a related field 

• 3+ years experience in research or policy analysis 

• Expert-level writing and editing skills  

• Record of public-facing writing 

• Strong qualitative research capabilities 

• Experience in stakeholder engagement 

• Demonstrated analytical skills 

• Experience with program evaluation 

• Proficiency in data visualization 

• Strong project management abilities 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of the semiconductor industry  

• Experience with public datasets (IPEDS, NCES, Census, state data) 

• Background in workforce development 

• Technical writing experience 

• Data journalism expertise 

If you are a passionate writer or researcher with a keen interest in workforce development and the semiconductor industry, eager to contribute to a mission of national importance, we encourage you to apply for this position. Join us in our efforts to build a robust and skilled workforce that will drive the future of semiconductor innovation and manufacturing in the United States. 

Natcast is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, or any protected attribute. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join us in our mission. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process due to a disability, please let us know. 

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