Program Specialist - Division Portfolio

ACS•Washington, DC

5d•$70,000 - $82,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of the Office of Scientific Content Management, the Program Specialist is integral to the day-to-day engagement with ACS Divisions and Committees. This role focuses on implementing ACS initiatives in meeting programming, evaluating dynamic content delivery, fostering innovative meeting formats, enhancing audience engagement, and promoting global collaboration. The Program Specialist will leverage data analytics to support ACS meetings and events through solution-oriented interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities also include collaborating with other team members within the Office of Scientific Content Management and the Scientific Advancement Division, as well as interfacing with external societies, industry, and governmental groups.

Requirements

Master’s degree in science or engineering required
2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and Experience
Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to handle rapidly changing priorities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven environment to achieve both short and long-term goals.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Technologically savvy, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new software platforms used by internal and external stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

PhD degree and specialized training in materials or energy research preferred.
relevant industry experience preferred
Project management and data analysis experience is highly desirable but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

ACS Meetings Initiatives: Support the development and execution of initiatives designed to shape the future of ACS meetings.
Meeting Coordination: Organize and coordinate meetings that foster collaboration and engagement among ACS Divisions and Committees.
Programming Support: Provide data-driven insights and scientific input into technical session programming for ACS meetings and events.
Project Management: Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, track progress, and manage programming projects to ensure timely completion.
Communication Management: Maintain up-to-date contact lists and facilitate constant communication with ACS Division leadership and program chairs.
Liaison Duties: Serve as the ACS staff liaison to ACS committees, managing internal and external communications related to assigned ACS Divisions, including handling requests, inquiries, and ACS initiatives.
Session Coordination: Oversee session programming at ACS National Meetings and other relevant events.
Grants and Awards Administration: Assist in the administration of grants and awards programs.
Scientific Publications: Contribute to the writing and revision of scientific publications and manuscripts.