[Hiring] Science and Medicine Advisor @American Heart Association

Role Description

The Science and Medicine Advisor (SMA) provides direction and guidance to numerous US-based and international practicing physicians, scientists, and allied health professionals who volunteer their clinical and research expertise to the Association. Through strong interpersonal and leadership skills and the SMA’s broad general knowledge of cardiovascular care and science, the SMA works with the science volunteers to produce the Association’s:

• Scientific Statements
• Clinical Practice Guidelines
• Online and face-to-face educational programs
• Responses to proposed advocacy and policy stances
• Other activities involving input from clinical and research experts

In addition, the SMA serves as the in-house expert and resource to other Association staff members who are developing Association programs and projects, such as:

• Patient programs on atrial fibrillation or women’s health
• Press releases to the national news media describing new breakthroughs
• Review of Association website materials

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a biomedical or health-related field with a strong foundation in cardiovascular disciplines or equivalent experience
• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated expertise in areas such as molecular biology, genetics, pharmacology, physiology, biomaterials, regenerative medicine, or systems biology relevant to cardiovascular science
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in academic or clinical settings involving basic and translational research
• Superior writing & communication skills with a publication history in peer-reviewed journals
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with volunteers, staff, and the public as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple, complex projects in varying stages of development under time constraints
• Ability to understand, integrate, and summarize scientific literature
• Ability to manage high-level international volunteers with clinical and research backgrounds
• Must be able to travel overnight for approx. 25% of the time

Requirements

• PhD, MD, or equivalent in a biomedical or health-related field with a strong foundation in cardiovascular disciplines (preferred)
• 8 years of relevant experience (preferred)
• American Heart Association Scientific Council Professional Member (preferred)
• Experience in volunteer management (preferred)
• Demonstrated understanding and appreciation for the use of technology and information systems (preferred)
• Staff position experience in a not-for-profit and/or government sector or an active committee/Board/officer member in a professional member society (preferred)

Benefits

• The expected pay range will be $110,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience; geographic differentials may apply
• Competitive base salary with regular market value reviews
• Annual salary planning and incentive programs based on position
• Wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Robust retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution
• Employee assistance program, employee wellness program, telemedicine, and medical consultation
• Opportunities for professional development through Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and mentoring programs
• Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at a minimum of 16 days per year, increasing with seniority
• Total of 12 paid holidays off each year
• Tuition assistance for further education related to current duties or potential future positions