Director, Regulatory Science & Policy Strategy

American Association for Cancer Research; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Association for Cancer Research seeks a Director of Regulatory Science and Policy to implement policy programs in support of cancer research and patient care. You will work with the Vice President for Science Policy and Government Affairs to engage policymakers, researchers, and advocates, shaping regulatory science strategies and regulatory policy issues.

You will monitor legislation, prepare issue briefs, and coordinate cross‑functional teams to advance AACR priorities, including

Qualifications

• PhD, MD or equivalent doctoral degree in science/regulatory science‑related field required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in science policy or regulatory science environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement complex policy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support for AACR’s science and health policy activities and priorities.
• Identify key science policy and regulatory science issues and develop policy analyses.
• Support committee and task force activities, including coordinating meetings and drafting background materials and reports.
• Collaborate with AACR staff in the D.C. office and leadership on crosscutting policy issues.
• Monitor and assess legislation related to priority science and policy issues.
• Prepare issue briefs and contribute policy articles for AACR communications.
• Shape sessions and briefings to educate Members of Congress and staff.”
• Develop relationships with external organizations and coalitions to advance AACR policy goals.
• Manage direct reports to achieve science and health policy objectives.
• Maintain awareness of AACR scientific programs to inform policy implications.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Judgment and insight

Creativity and initiative

Policy analysis

Strategic thinking

Negotiation with VIPs

Problem solving

Regulatory policy understanding

Education

PhD, MD, or doctoral degree in science/regulatory field

Tools

PC, word processing, spreadsheets, databases

Job description

The American Association for Cancer Research seeks a Director of Regulatory Science and Policy to implement policy programs in support of cancer research and patient care. You will work with the Vice President for Science Policy and Government Affairs to engage policymakers, researchers, and advocates, shaping regulatory science strategies and regulatory policy issues.

You will monitor legislation, prepare issue briefs, and coordinate cross‑functional teams to advance AACR priorities, including