Scientific Program Administrator, Scientific Programs and Initiatives

Position Overview

Founded in 1907, the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is the world’s first and largest professional organization dedicated to advancing cancer research through its mission to prevent and cure all cancers. AACR's growing membership now includes more than 65,000 laboratory, translational, and clinical researchers, other health care professionals, and patient advocates residing in 143 countries and territories. Through its wide array of programs, this prestigious and dynamic organization leverages the full spectrum of expertise of the cancer community to accelerate progress in the prevention, understanding, detection, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer.

Position Responsibilities

• Leverage and utilize scientific expertise to support AACR’s mission and programs designed to drive the future scientific agenda of the organization
• Aid with the appointment process for all annual AACR committees and association groups
• Facilitate and support effective communication internally between AACR departments and divisions, as well as externally between AACR and appointed committee and association group members
• Interact as needed with AACR colleagues and members to organize events ranging in size from small committee meetings to large-scale scientific programs
• Communicate regularly with cancer researchers, clinicians, and physician-scientists primarily via telephone, videoconference, and email
• Ensure the timely completion of assigned projects by determining priorities and tracking deadlines
• Aid with the preparation of agendas, proposals, and any other necessary files related to meetings and programs of AACR committees and association groups
• Aid with updating and maintaining AACR committee and association group historical tracking files and associated AACR webpages
• Travel to the AACR Annual Meeting, selected AACR Special Conferences, and other events as needed to implement scientific programs

Position Qualifications

• Eligible candidates must have a minimum of 2-4 years of relevant postdoctoral research experience and administrative or project management experience, preferably in the non-profit sector
• Interested individuals must possess a passion and commitment to cancer and cancer-related sciences and possess the following attributes:
• Excellence in written and verbal communications
• Broad, in-depth knowledge of cancer and cancer-related sciences
• Precision in terms of judgement and the ability to navigate scientifically complicated tasks
• The ability to work independently and within a team environment
• The capability to build, foster, and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• The capability to manage time and prioritize tasks while adapting to diverse workloads and deadlines
• Precise attention to detail
• Exceptional administrative and organizational skills
• The desire to follow through on projects in a timely manner
• Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and ability to navigate technological software and platforms including virtual meeting platforms (i.e., Microsoft Teams, Zoom, etc.) and project management software
• Knowledge of the scientific literature and trends in the cancer research field
• The ability to travel to meetings and conferences as needed

Education Requirements

PhD or equivalent degree in cancer research or a cancer-related science required

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a resume, and cover letter (required)