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Senior Director, Scientific and Clinical Programs
National Multiple Sclerosis Society | |
life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) | |
United States, New York, New York | |
733 3rd Avenue (Show on map) | |
Oct 23, 2024 | |
WHO WE ARE: The National Multiple Sclerosis Society mobilizes people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by MS. To fulfill this mission, the Society funds cutting-edge research, drives change through advocacy, facilitates professional education, collaborates with MS organizations around the world, and provides programs and services designed to help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. We partner with volunteers to accomplish our work. Staff members engage volunteers through effective and timely communications, facilitating meaningful opportunities, and continually seeking and providing feedback for reciprocal growth and learning. This position will lead the development and implementation of the International Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials in MS (CTC) scientific and communication strategies (https://ectrims.eu/ms-clinical-trials-committee/). The individual will be responsible for providing day-to-day leadership for ongoing CTC global initiatives and developing new programs. They will have a critical leadership role in ensuring the confidence, engagement, participation of leadership/general members of the CTC and the global scientific and health care provider community.The mission of the International Advisory Committee on Clinical Trials in Multiple Sclerosis is to provide perspective and guidance to the multiple sclerosis (MS) scientific and health care provider community related to planning and implementation of clinical trials of MS therapies and related topics. The committee consists of 35-40 global leaders in MS clinical and translational research and is well known for the development of McDonald Diagnostic Criteria for MS, the MS clinical course descriptors, clinical trial design methodologies, and guidance regarding the treatment of MS. The CTC convenes international meetings and consensus-building activities on specific topics determined to be high priority by Committee leadership. Outcomes of these activities are typically published in high-impact scientific journals as well as channels accessible by the public. This CTC is a global body sponsored by the European Committee for Treatment and Research in MS (ECTRIMS) and the National MS Society. The incumbent would be an employee of the Society and have accountability to both the sponsors. The incumbent will serve as an intellectual and analytical leader for CTC and project manage a number of high-profile activities in parallel. They will regularly engage and interact with committee chairs, committee members and scientific thought leaders to shape the CTC research and clinical strategy as well as communicate research advances to Society and ECTRIMS constituents, donors, and the public. This person represents the Society and CTC at external convening activities, advances CTC initiatives, and cultivates relationships and collaboration opportunities to leverage resources with like-minded organizations and funding partners. Essential Functions / Responsibility SCIENTIFIC AND CLINICAL PROGRAM MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP (CTC): Working with Society and ECTRIMS scientific and operational staff, the individual will provide leadership for CTC strategic research and clinical initiatives.
MEETING PLANNING AND CONTENT DEVELOPMENT (CTC): Lead Scientific meeting planning, content development and support for CTC in person and virtual meetings
Scientific Program Management: Provide Scientific Program Management to Society Research projects.
Role Qualifications: Education:
Experience: Scientific Project Management, Communication, Planning, Managing and Measuring Work, Negotiating, Diplomacy, Analysis, Managing Systems, Managing Processes, Active Listening, Building Relationships Knowledge and Skills:
Competencies/Behaviors:
Technical Competencies: Financial Management
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Compensation & Benefits Info: Estimated hiring compensation range for this role is $96,000 - $135,000 based on our average compensation schedule.Final offers will be based on candidategeographic location and consider career experience and may vary from this range due to these and other factors. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society provides a highly competitive, comprehensive benefit package to employees. These benefits include a considerable Paid Time Off Plan; Paid Holidays; 401k Retirement Savings Plan with Society match; Educational Reimbursement Plan; Professional Development Assistance; Commuter Benefit Plan; Comprehensive Health & Welfare benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Disability Coverage, Life Assistance Plan as well as additional voluntary benefit offerings. The Society has a career framework that is our foundation of a clear, consistent structure for growth and careers. It is comprised of career bands and career levels, as well as functions and disciplines, that together, capture the Society's positions and work. This position is in the Professional career band and a level of 5 (P5). The National MS Society is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We need you and your unique talents and perspectives to help us write the last chapter on MS. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: We appreciate your consideration of our job opportunities and strive to make it as effortless as possible to apply for our positions. With only a few required sections and the option to use our resume parsing tool, we aim to streamline the application experience, saving you time and effort. Additionally, if you wish to include a cover letter with your application, please feel free to attach it along with your resume, and any other documents required, to the Resume/CV document upload section at the bottom of the My Experience page. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and look forward to receiving your application! Important: Please check the job posting to see if a Cover Letter or any other documents are required for the position you are applying to. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it. The My Experience page is the only opportunity to add your cover letter and supporting document attachments. If you experience any trouble submitting your materials, please check out our FAQ & Contact Us page. |