VP, Science Medicine and Public Health (Hybrid)

American Medical Association•Chicago, IL

14d•$347,820 - $469,710•Hybrid

About The Position

The American Medical Association (AMA) is a nonprofit professional association of physicians and works to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health. The VP, Science Medicine and Public Health provides vision and leadership in science and public health for the AMA, advancing the organization as a credible source of evidence-based information on science, medicine, and public health. The role develops and leads policies and programs on scientific topics relevant to the AMA agenda, including high-profile public health issues, pharmaceuticals and the intersection of opioids, pain, and addiction, and emerging areas such as precision medicine. The VP represents Science, Medicine and Public Health as a subject matter expert across the organization, informing communications, marketing, policy development, educational products and resources, and legislative, regulatory, and judicial advocacy. This hybrid position is based at the AMA’s Chicago, Illinois corporate office and requires three days per week in the office. The role reports into the Chicago office and involves some travel. It provides leadership for strategy and programs, external collaborations, a portfolio of initiatives, budget and resource allocation, and professional and administrative staff. The position also provides leadership within Health, Science & Ethics, contributes to cross-functional strategic and operational planning, and informs or stands in on scientific matters for the Group Vice President. The position is exempt. The stated salary range is $347,820–$469,710, and employees are eligible to participate in an incentive plan. The AMA describes itself as an inclusive, people-first organization that supports employee professional development and social responsibility. The AMA is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

Documented expertise in a medical or public health field relevant to the position.
In-depth understanding of scientific and evidence-based medicine methodologies, literature review and grading methodologies, and their relevance to policy development.
Record of publication in the field.
Proven ability to build and maintain relationships between and within organizations.
Excellent negotiation and facilitation skills, including diplomacy, tact, professionalism, responsiveness, flexibility, and persuasion.
Outstanding analytical skills.
Proven ability to build a strategic roadmap and develop and implement a tactical plan.
Experience and comfort with verbal presentations.
Some travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Strong background in pharmaceutical science or public health.

Responsibilities

Lead, define, and develop the Science, Medicine & Public Health team’s strategy and efforts in science and public health.
Maintain and strengthen the AMA’s role as a credible and trustworthy voice in science by overseeing analysis, interpretation, and reporting on science, medicine, and public health topics.
Brief AMA leaders before high-level public meetings to ensure messaging is evidence-based and aligned with AMA policy positions.
Provide evidence-based and politically attuned recommendations for AMA policy and initiatives.
Develop and lead a team that monitors emerging areas of science and public health and helps the AMA and profession prepare for emerging areas and possible threats.
Coordinate with AMA business units and external stakeholders to strengthen public health systems and ensure infrastructure for essential public health services in all communities.
Serve as principal investigator and/or provide leadership for grant applications seeking external funding to advance the AMA strategic mission.
Build and maintain relationships and collaborations with leaders of relevant public and private sector organizations and serve as the primary contact with their management.
Represent the AMA at external scientific and public health discussions.
Collaborate with other business units to develop and support guidance and resources on science and public health, inform communications to the profession and public, and ensure amicus briefs and advocacy positions are evidence-based.
Engage internal and external resources to develop partnerships, trainings, and educational resources for physicians and health care personnel, including resources on implementing evidence-based guidelines.
Lead and manage a portfolio of initiatives, programming, and activities through partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
Manage budgets and make resource allocation decisions within SMPH.
Lead, mentor, and provide management oversight for professional and administrative staff.
Set staff objectives, evaluate performance, and develop staff.
Provide leadership within Health, Science & Ethics; participate in cross-functional strategic and operational planning; and inform or stand in on scientific matters for the Group Vice President.
Perform other responsibilities as assigned.