Remote Senior Policy Analyst, Tobacco & Systems of Care

American Heart Association; Burlington (VT); Remote; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance

Paid time off 16 days + 12 holidays

Job summary

The American Heart Association is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst, Tobacco, Systems of Care. This remote/hybrid role focuses on translating science into policy, developing briefs, and supporting advocacy at state and federal levels. You will build external relationships and contribute to policy implementation research.

Qualifications include a health science degree, 5 years in policy, 3+ years translating science for policy, and strong writing/speaking skills. Travel about 10% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or equivalent in Health Science, Public Policy (Healthcare) or related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience in health policy
• Minimum of three years translating science and medical research into public policy
• Proficient knowledge of health policy issues including public health, health care delivery systems, and tobacco prevention/cessation
• Effective writing and speaking skills
• Ability to develop external relationships with government agencies, coalitions or partners for advocacy work
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Ability to meet deadlines amid competing project requirements
• Ability to manage people and prioritize policy research
• Willingness to travel overnight ~10% of the time

Responsibilities

• Translates science into policy for state/federal advocacy and develops policy statements, regulatory comments, and model legislation.
• Leads writing groups and coordinates experts for policy papers and publications.
• Reviews and analyzes research for policy relevance and support.
• Conducts policy implementation and outcome evaluation research to inform model policy.
• Represents AHA at conferences and may speak on behalf of the organization.
• Leads or participates in interdepartmental groups addressing tobacco and systems of care.
• Provides policy content for Advocacy Coordinating Committee meetings and liaises with volunteers

Skills

Policy research

Policy writing

Public health

Stakeholder management

Communication

People management

Deadline management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Science

MPH or related graduate studies

Job description

The American Heart Association is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst, Tobacco, Systems of Care. This remote/hybrid role focuses on translating science into policy, developing briefs, and supporting advocacy at state and federal levels. You will build external relationships and contribute to policy implementation research.

Qualifications include a health science degree, 5 years in policy, 3+ years translating science for policy, and strong writing/speaking skills. Travel about 10% is expected.