[Hiring] Director of Continuing & Professional Education @American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases

Role Description

The Director of Continuing & Professional Education collaborates on the overall strategy and vision for AASLD’s educational portfolio, including shaping the direction of:

• The Liver Meeting
• Digestive Disease Week
• Standalone workshops
• Digital education initiatives
• Other innovative programmatic concepts that advance member value, drive revenue, and support AASLD’s long-term growth

This position partners with staff, member leaders, and subject matter experts to ensure alignment with AASLD’s mission and strategic priorities. The Director has direct oversight of the operational execution of AASLD’s educational programs, including:

• Management of the LMS and related technologies
• Education grants
• Digital learning products
• Implementation of all conferences and events

This role leads program design and evaluation using instructional design and adult learning principles to ensure high-quality, engaging, and outcomes-driven content. The Director is responsible for:

• Vendor management
• Workflow oversight
• Day-to-day operations that bring the collaboratively defined education strategy to life

Reporting to the Vice President of Education & Professional Development, this position also manages four direct reports.

Responsibilities

Education Activity Strategy & Execution

• Oversee educational committees and task forces, directing the development of content, identifying new product ideas, guiding program committee involvement, and ensuring continuing education goals are met, including:
  • The Liver Meeting Scientific Program Committee: Primary Liaison
  • Digestive Disease Week Unified Program Committee: AASLD Staff Liaison in partnership with Manager
  • Education Oversight Committee: Liaison in partnership with VP, Education and Professional Development
  • Basic Research Committee, CME Committee, and Online Learning Committee: Provide support and guidance to Program Managers serving as staff liaisons
• Contribute to the development of educational strategy and overall leadership and management of the Education and Professional Development Department, in partnership with the VP.
• Ensure AASLD is positioned to be a leader in providing high-quality continuing and professional education programs.
• Direct the design and implementation of evaluation tools for educational activities.
• Review the overall focus of the educational program and identify areas for improvement.
• Evaluate new technologies that enhance the effectiveness of the education department.
• Ensure ongoing CME accreditation and support the ACCME accreditation process.

Revenue Generation, Growth, & Engagement

• Drive increased engagement of hepatology providers and other targeted audiences with AASLD-provided education activities.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments and AASLD staff to engage and communicate with members and other audiences.
• Identify opportunities to diversify and strengthen AASLD revenue streams.
• Supervise related educational grant development and management activities.

Leadership

• Manage continuing and professional education staff and provide leadership and mentoring.
• Demonstrate ability to work effectively with others possessing less experience or technical expertise.
• Make recommendations for systems and process improvement.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to develop and execute educational strategies.
• Provide regular updates and discuss strategic planning ideas with the VP.
• Ensure that projects adhere to established deadlines, milestones, budget, and organization policies.
• Identify and assess resource needs across the department.

Budget

• Lead the development of annual budgets in conjunction with the VP.
• Monitor and manage the organization’s resources within budget parameters.
• Oversee and review invoices, monitor expenses, and take corrective action.
• Track and monitor financial activity for grant-funded projects.
• Review financial reports and report inaccuracies to appropriate Finance team member.

Human Resources

• Provide direct supervision to the education management team.
• Effectively manage the professional development of direct reports.
• Evaluate performance and determine work assignments in collaboration with the VP.
• Serve as an internal expert for education to other organizational stakeholders.
• Support staff leadership in advancing the association’s culture and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role with advanced subject matter expertise
• Experience in Continuing Medical Education (CME), instructional design, adult learning theory, curriculum design, educational research methods, program evaluation, and ACCME accreditation
• Experience in healthcare education
• Experience leading a team in an association management setting
• Knowledge of key programmatic, operational, and financial issues and priorities
• Proven success forming and maintaining external partnerships and networks
• Successful volunteer management experience
• Experience building successful relationships with staff colleagues and direct reports
• Familiarity with MOC, CME, ACCME Policies and Standards, PhRMA guidelines, and the Physician Payment Sunshine Act

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Generous PTO

How to Apply

If you believe you meet the requirements, please submit a resume, cover letter, and writing samples to the Submit button above.

Salary: $113,000 – $155,000

Additional inquiries and questions can be emailed to Beth Cessna at [email protected] or contact 202-232-1765.