Associate Director, Science and Research Policy

ASCO • Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Science and Research Policy, to lead efforts at the intersection of science, health, and federal policy. This role serves as a trusted advisor to ASCO leadership, committees, and staff—monitoring and shaping regulatory actions from key agencies such as NIH, NCI, FDA, CDC, and ARPA-H. The successful candidate will help guide ASCO’s advocacy strategy, strengthen relationships with federal partners, and ensure the Society’s policy priorities advance cancer research and care in alignment with its Strategic Plan. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, dedicated to advance care policy and care – we want to hear from you! This position is hybrid with a primary location in Alexandria, VA.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, health- or science-related discipline or equivalent years of experience.
• 7+ years' experience with the regulatory and/or legislative process, preferably as Agency or Congressional staff, consultant, or in a related capacity, with a focus on healthcare issues.
• Experience in regulatory and legislative affairs and a strong knowledge of lead scientific research agencies at the federal level (e.g., NIH/NCI, FDA, CDC, ARPA-H, and related subagencies and organizations).

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree preferable, especially in health-research or science-related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory issues impacting the cancer research enterprise, including but not limited to clinical trials, drug development, and funding.
• Previous experience working for a cancer non-profit or association or member organization.

Responsibilities

• Function as a content and subject matter expert regarding policies and regulatory actions that impact clinical research and cancer care delivery, e.g., drug- and biomarker approval, trial design, diagnostics, and drug shortages.
• Monitor, analyze, and project impact of proposed regulations or other administrative actions; and provide input on proposed legislation and its impact on cancer care and research, as appropriate.
• Lead ASCO’s formal response to regulatory issues, including drafting of comments.
• Support development of ASCO advocacy materials, testimony, and other materials as appropriate.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to build and maintain relationships with Agency staff and relevant external stakeholders to work collaboratively and raise ASCO’s visibility on positions related to cancer research and care.
• Prepare succinct and substantive written and oral regulatory updates for membership communications and serve as a resource for ASCO members on regulatory issues.
• Present updates as appropriate to ASCO committees, state societies, and other organizations as appropriate.
• Provide strategic leadership to the Government Relations Committee and other ASCO committees and task forces on regulatory affairs, including impact on political positioning, and advocacy strategies.
• Represent ASCO priorities and perspectives in external coalitions, on task forces, with federal agencies, and on Capitol Hill, when needed.
• Participate and contribute to strategic planning including identifying emerging policy areas needed for ASCO action.

Benefits

• Hybrid Work Environment
• Open Leave Policy
• Paid Family Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays per Calendar Year
• Staff Appreciation Days
• 401(k): 7.5% Employer Contribution
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility and Family Forming Healthcare Concierge
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Healthcare Savings Account
• Disability and Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees