Policy Analyst II (Hybrid)

American Medical Association; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Medical Association (AMA) invites applicants for the Policy Analyst II (Hybrid) position in Chicago, IL. The role blends policy analysis with research, material development, and stakeholder engagement on the Medical Student Section (MSS) initiatives.

As a key member of the Marketing & Membership Experience team, you will guide MSS policy processes, create briefing papers, and support education programs while coordinating with senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health care administration or related field required.
• 1-3 years of health care policy development experience.
• Broad-based knowledge of U.S. health policy.
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Well-developed project management in fast-paced teams.
• Willingness to travel and work nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Analyze policy, data, and literature on medical student issues.
• Serve as staff resource on medical student policy matters.
• Prepare reports, position papers, and briefing materials.
• Develop and edit content for Section communications.
• Respond to inquiries from stakeholders.
• Support education programming and resources.
• Assist in planning Governing Council meetings and Section events.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Policy writing

Policy research

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in health care administration or related field

Master's degree

Job description

Policy Analyst II (Hybrid)

Chicago, IL

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional Association of physicians and a non-profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.

We encourage and support professional development for our employees, and we are dedicated to social responsibility. We invite you to learn more about us and we look forward to getting to know you.

We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Policy Analyst II (Hybrid) on our Marketing & Membership Experience team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office.

The Policy Analyst for the Medical Student Section (MSS) is responsible
for the policy-related functions of the MSS and in that capacity (1) guides
Section members through the MSS and AMA policymaking processes, (2) conducts
research and contributes to the development of resources for Section
constituents, and (3) serves as a center of expertise on medical student issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Policy-making and Subject Matter Expertise

• Analyzes policy, data and the research literature medical student -related issues.
• Serves as staff resource on medical student issues related to the AMA policymaking process.
• Researches issues of interest to Section members.
• In collaboration with Director, prepares AMA reports, position papers, and correspondence/briefing materials for the Board of Trustees and senior management.
• Contributes content and expertise to Section communications and develops web content as assigned. Supports research and analysis of manuscripts for publication.
• Researches and responds to physician and other internal/external stakeholder inquiries on issues of interest to Section members.
• Provides subject matter expertise to the development of education programming and other resources for Section members.

Governance and Other Section Activities

• Supports Section leaders in policy-related aspects of strategic planning and program development.
• Builds, manages, and sustains professional relationships with Governing Council members and other Section leaders. Supports the work of Section committees and other leadership groups as assigned.
• Contributes to the planning and execution of Section Governing Council meetings, Annual/Interim meetings, and other Section events.
• Completes other tasks and projects for the Medical Student Section and other Sections as assigned.

May include other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in health care administration, public policy/administration, health policy, public health, or other relevant field required. Master's degree a plus.
2. 1-3 years of experience in health care policy development, along with knowledge of medical student constituencies, preferred.
3. Broad-based knowledge of U.S. health policy required.
4. Excellent writing, editing, presentation, and communication skills, including demonstrated ability to write a diverse range of material, develop well thought-out policy positions, and edit material prepared by others.
5. Polished interpersonal skills including well-developed relationship building with medical students, physicians and staff.
6. Strong organization and prioritization skills.
7. Well-developed project management skills including the ability to initiate, manage, and execute multiple policy projects in a fast-paced team environment under tight time constraints.
8. Travel and extended hours, nights, and weekends as business demands dictate, required.

The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago.

This role is an exempt position, and the salary range for this position is $74,160 - $98,318. This is the lowest to highest salary we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to business consideration and geographical location, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan. To learn more about the American Medical Association's benefits offerings, please click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status.

THE AMA IS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING THE HEALTH OF THE NATION