Science & Medicine Advisor — Remote Cardiovascular Impact

American Heart Association; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement program

PTO 16 days per year

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

American Heart Association is seeking a Science and Medicine Advisor (SMA) in the National Center, with a home-based option. The role directs science volunteers and provides clinical and research input to statements, guidelines, and educational efforts across national and international programs.

You will collaborate with staff to shape public-facing materials, conferences, and policy responses while interpreting complex cardiovascular literature for diverse audiences. Travel ~25% required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a graduate degree with clinical training in cardiovascular care.
• At least 3 years of professional adult cardiology clinical experience; 8+ years preferred.
• Strong publication history or evidence of scholarly writing.
• Ability to work with volunteers and internal staff across programs.

Responsibilities

• Guide science volunteers in creating scientific statements, guidelines, and related programming.
• Provide consultation to internal staff on science aspects for publications, websites, and communications.
• Review content for Association professional websites and products.
• Explain current science and medicine implications to non-experts and internal teams.

Skills

Writing & communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Literature synthesis

Volunteer management

Travel agility

Education

MD/DO/NP/PA with graduate degree

PhD preferred

Job description

American Heart Association is seeking a Science and Medicine Advisor (SMA) in the National Center, with a home-based option. The role directs science volunteers and provides clinical and research input to statements, guidelines, and educational efforts across national and international programs.

You will collaborate with staff to shape public-facing materials, conferences, and policy responses while interpreting complex cardiovascular literature for diverse audiences. Travel ~25% required.