Scientific Program Administrator

Under the leadership of the Senior Director, Scientific Programs, the Scientific Program Administrator will manage key aspects related to the planning and execution of the AACR Annual Meeting, which is the largest and most prestigious multidisciplinary cancer research meeting in the world. The Scientific Program Administrator will have the exciting opportunity to utilize his/her scientific expertise and background to contribute to the development of the scientific content for the meeting. This individual may also be responsible for special projects as needed.

This position requires sustained interactions with leading cancer researchers who are serving on program committees to develop the programmatic goals and objectives, outcomes, and deliverables for scientific programs. The position also requires ongoing collaborations with internal staff across multiple departments (marketing, fundraising, publishing, finance, meeting logistics, CME, etc.) to successfully execute the scientific programs according to AACR’s high standards.

• Maintain a working knowledge of cancer research and related sciences and keep abreast of the latest developments in the cancer field
• Support the Senior Director in the overall management and development of the AACR Annual Meeting scientific program, working in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
• Manage aspects of the event data workflow for the AACR Annual Meeting, including the electronic submission, review, scheduling, and publication of meeting abstracts and invited speaker presentations
• Work with internal team members to develop and communicate program-specific information to a variety of different scientific audiences
• Work collaboratively with internal team members to develop, maintain, and execute project plans
• Work collaboratively with internal team members to develop and maintain standard operating procedures for departmental functions

• Advanced scientific degree with expertise in basic, translational, and/or clinical cancer research (PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent) with a strong background in translational science
• Peer-reviewed publications in the cancer field
• At least 3-5 years relevant research experience at the postdoctoral level or beyond
• Relevant administrative and/or project management expertise, including overseeing direct reports, preferably in the non-profit sector
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to simultaneously manage multiple diverse workflows
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Knowledge of project management principles a plus
• Proficiency in database management systems a plus
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in scientific writing or grant writing preferred
• Team focused with ability to work collaboratively and effectively with large teams of internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills to establish and maintain solid relationships
• Deadline driven with solid influence skills
• Ability to travel 15% per year