Director, Health Equity

MILKEN INSTITUTE•Washington, DC

6h•$150,000 - $170,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director is responsible for supporting the mission of FasterCures by serving as a leader in addressing barriers and developing solutions to catalyze the biomedical research system – from basic science to bedside. This position requires an ability to conceptualize and oversee a portfolio of programs and projects consistent with our areas of focus within the organization. The role involves overseeing and supporting FasterCures’ portfolio of projects addressing representation in and access to clinical research, as well as other projects related to FasterCures’ mission. The role includes representing FasterCures at conferences and meetings and supporting events programming. The Director works with internal staff to bring FasterCures’ programs to targeted external audiences and build communities around our areas of focus to move from ideas to implementation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree or above preferred
8-15 years of successful experience in the health and medical research-related field that includes research and analysis, project management, and stakeholder engagement
Experience in the clinical research industry is preferred; including experience in global markets
Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and execute projects independently
Ability to lead business development efforts to identify new projects and engage funders
Deep understanding of the stakeholders in the biomedical research ecosystem, their challenges, and drivers
Ability to engage and build relationships with external audiences and stakeholders
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to prioritize multiple work streams and manage project teams
Ability to facilitate and coordinate diverse individuals to solve specific problems
Ability to be flexible and quickly take on new program areas and adapt to the external environment
Ability to engage external audiences and stakeholders, and skilled at program development and execution
Comfortable with public speaking, either in small meeting settings or for large audiences
Availability for overnight travel approximately 3-5 times per year
Eligible to work in the United States
Resume and cover letter illustrating how your experience and skills will contribute to the department and any unique qualities you bring to the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the clinical research industry is preferred; including experience in global markets

Responsibilities

Oversee and advise on FasterCures’ efforts to address barriers to medical product innovation and, in particular, representation in clinical research and access to health innovation in US and global markets.
Serve as FasterCures subject matter expert on representation and access to clinical trials, clinical research infrastructure and innovative approaches to clinical trials in US and global markets.
Conceptualize projects, identify and engage potential funders and execute projects across all of FasterCures’ priority areas, including projects focused on improving the R&D environment and accelerating innovation.
Work with and expand FasterCures’ stakeholder network.
Develop project-specific work products, including convenings, events, papers, summaries, etc., as required.
Represent FasterCures at conferences, meetings, and workshops.
Contribute to overall FasterCures activities – events, programmatic work, etc.
Manage and contribute to the professional development of direct and indirect reports, with responsibility for staff supervision and development.
Engage cross-functionally, including with Business Development, Government Affairs, and Communications.
Other duties as assigned.