Policy Analyst, Tobacco & Care Systems (Advocacy)

American Heart Association; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Employee Wellness Program

Telemedicine

Job summary

The American Heart Association is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst, Tobacco, Systems of Care, to research, write, and report on an advocacy portfolio. You will translate scientific findings into policy briefs, position statements, and materials to support state and federal efforts.

You will manage relationships with government agencies and coalitions, collaborate across teams, and help set policy direction. Travel up to 10% may be required; home-based work is acceptable in this role.

Qualifications

• Translates science and medical research into public policy outcomes.
• Strong writing and speaking skills for policy advocacy.
• Ability to develop external relationships with government agencies and coalitions.

Responsibilities

• Translates science into policy for assigned strategic issues and policy development for state/federal advocacy.
• Leads policy papers from conception to publication and manages the writing process.
• Reviews and analyzes research to support policy positions and conducts evaluation.

Skills

Policy analysis

Public speaking

Writing

Relationship building

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Health Science/Public Policy

Job description

The American Heart Association is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst, Tobacco, Systems of Care, to research, write, and report on an advocacy portfolio. You will translate scientific findings into policy briefs, position statements, and materials to support state and federal efforts.

You will manage relationships with government agencies and coalitions, collaborate across teams, and help set policy direction. Travel up to 10% may be required; home-based work is acceptable in this role.