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Organizational Profile:
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), with more than 56,000 members residing in the U.S. and 119 other countries, is the first and largest organization in the world dedicated to advancing cancer research and its mission to prevent and cure all cancers. Our members are the collective brain trust of all scientific areas in cancer research, from population science and prevention; to cancer biology, translational, and clinical studies; to survivorship.
We marshal the full spectrum of expertise in the cancer research community to identify the top scientific priorities and foster the exchange of new knowledge among scientists and physicians in the cancer field as well as in related biomedical sciences; convene conferences and educational workshops each year; publish eight high-impact, peer-reviewed scientific journals; produce a magazine for cancer survivors, patients, and their caregivers; and work to raise funds for cancer research from the philanthropic community and the public.
The AACR also actively communicates to legislators, other policymakers, and the broader public about the importance of robust and sustained funding for cancer research and related biomedical science in saving lives from cancer. Additionally, the AACR advocates for science-based policies that accelerate progress against cancer, including interacting with regulatory agencies on key regulatory science and policy-related issues.
Job Summary:
Under the leadership of the AACR Chief Policy Officer, and Vice President, Science Policy and Government Affairs, the Director, Government Affairs, will provide specialized expertise and support to AACR leaders, including the Science Policy and Government Affairs Committee, its relevant subcommittees, and the broader advocacy community to further the goals of the AACR’s Strategic Plan and policy priorities, which include programs and activities that are designed to create and strengthen the dialogue between policymakers on Capitol Hill and cancer scientists and patient advocates.
The Director, Government Affairs, will also play a key role in informing and educating legislators and their staffs on Capitol Hill about evidence-based policies to advance cancer research. These potential policy proposals are recommended by the AACR Science Policy and Government Affairs Committee and approved by the AACR Board of Directors on behalf of the collective membership of the AACR.
The Director, Government Affairs, plays a central role in the success of AACR’s work on Capitol Hill and guides AACR policy activities to a productive conclusion. This staff member provides real-time information, analysis, and expert oversight of legislative issues and pending bills related to the cancer field, and reports on them to the Chief Policy Officer and Vice President, Science Policy and Government Affairs, the CEO, other AACR officers, AACR committee members, and AACR members at large. The Director, Government Affairs, focuses on initiatives that inform policymakers about the value of cancer research in improving public health and saving lives.
The Director, Government Affairs, is charged with promoting AACR position statements on Capitol Hill, including in the areas of appropriations, science and health policy-related initiatives, tobacco and cancer recommendations, and regulatory science and policy-related topics. Additionally, the Director, Government Affairs, will identify ways to incorporate AACR’s policy proposals into pending legislation, such as into bills that are focused on cancer health disparities research, survivorship initiatives, and clinical trial-related issues.
The Director, Government Affairs functions as a representative of the AACR when making regular contacts with Congressional offices, survivor and patient advocacy organizations, and other relevant and appropriate bodies. He/she develops effective strategies that encourage members of Congress and their staff to consult with the AACR and its expert members on important matters related to cancer and cancer research. Also, the Director, Government Affairs helps to plan and oversee the activities of AACR members when they are engaged in public education activities on Capitol Hill that are related to cancer and cancer-related biomedical research. Overall, he/she is responsible for executing the AACR’s expanding policy agenda and strategic plan.
The Director, Government Affairs, will also work collaboratively with others in the AACR DC office, including the Director, Science and Health Policy; the Director, Regulatory Science and Policy; and the Director, Strategic Patient Advocacy and Engagement, particularly on the numerous policy-related issues that are cross-cutting and have a Congressional aspect to them.
The AACR is strongly focused on and committed to inspiring policymakers on Capitol Hill to support robust, sustained, and predictable funding increases for the NIH and NCI. Here are just a few of the specific initiatives that the Director, Government Affairs, is charged with overseeing in his/her role:
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Position Requirements:
Full Time
$192k-258k (estimate)
09/12/2024
09/10/2025
aacr.org
Philadelphia, PA
1,000 - 3,000
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