AACR membership includes more than 58,000 laboratory, translational, and clinical researchers; population scientists; other health care professionals; and patient advocates residing in 141 countries and territories around the world. Presently, 32% of members live outside the United States and 22% of AACR’s international members are located in countries with emerging economies. Its mission is to prevent and cure all cancers. The programs and activities of the AACR foster the exchange of new knowledge among scientists and physicians in cancer research as well as in related sciences. The AACR publishes ten peer-reviewed scientific journals and an award-winning magazine for cancer patients and their loved ones; convenes topical scientific conferences and an annual meeting that draws more than 22,500 participants; offers educational workshops that train young investigators in a variety of scientific and clinical areas; funds research fellowships, career development awards, and research grants for both senior and junior investigators; raises public awareness of the progress in the biology, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer; engages actively in advocacy for increased federal research funding and other national policies that accelerate progress against cancer; and interacts with regulatory agencies to support regulatory science and policy.
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In collaboration with the Executive Editor, the Managing Editor is responsible for developing, assigning, and editing content for Cancer Today, the AACR’s consumer magazine for cancer patients, cancer survivors, and caregivers. This person helps manage editorial processes and sets editorial strategy. They ensure editorial consistency and help the staff and freelance writers meet editorial and production deadlines. In addition to working on the print magazine, the managing editor coordinates online and print sponsored content. The Managing Editor also consults with the Senior Editor to ensure digital and print offerings align and...
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), with more than 58,000 members residing in 141 countries, is the first and largest organization in the world dedicated to advances in all areas of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Its mission is to prevent and cure all cancers. The programs and activities of the AACR foster the exchange of new knowledge among scientists and physicians in cancer research as well as in related sciences. The AACR publishes ten peer-reviewed scientific journals and an award-winning magazine for cancer patients and their loved ones; convenes topical scientific conferences and an annual meeting that draws more than 22,500 participants;...
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), with more than 58,000 members residing in 141 countries, is the first and largest organization in the world dedicated to advances in all areas of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Its mission is to prevent and cure all cancers. The programs and activities of the AACR foster the exchange of new knowledge among scientists and physicians in cancer research as well as in related sciences. The AACR publishes ten peer-reviewed scientific journals and an award-winning magazine for cancer patients and their loved ones; convenes topical scientific conferences and an annual meeting that draws more than 22,500 participants;...
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), with more than 58,000 members residing in 141 countries, is the first and largest organization in the world dedicated to advances in all areas of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Its mission is to prevent and cure all cancers. The programs and activities of the AACR foster the exchange of new knowledge among scientists and physicians in cancer research as well as in related sciences. The AACR publishes ten peer-reviewed scientific journals and an award-winning magazine for cancer patients and their loved ones; convenes topical scientific conferences and an annual meeting that draws more than 22,500 participants;...
The AACR is seeking an experienced Senior Executive Assistant to support the CEO and Executive Office staff. The AACR is a non-profit organization with an international outreach. The primary responsibilities of the Senior Executive Assistant are to provide high-level administrative support to the CEO and the Director of Executive Office Administration by managing the CEO’s schedules and communications, gathering documents to prepare for meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, drafting correspondence, and assisting with other administrative tasks to facilitate the operations of the Executive Office.
The Human Resources Associate is responsible for supporting the operational role of Human Resources in the areas of talent acquisition, onboarding, administration of policies and procedures, benefits/payroll administration, employee relations and development, compensation, health, safety, and security. This position is primarily responsible for supporting all phases of AACR’s all phases of the human resources function.
The Science Writer in the Communications and Public Relations Department is responsible for translating scientific data and information related to cancer research into content that helps educate the public, policymakers, media and the health care industry about cancer research advances, the AACR’s mission, and the importance of biomedical science and funding. In this capacity, the Science Writer will assist the director in implementing the AACR’s communications and public relations plans that facilitate the accurate communication and reporting of the latest advances in cancer research from the AACR’s meetings, journals, partnerships, and other scientific activities....
The Meetings Associate organizes and implements meetings logistics for AACR’s meetings, conferences, workshops, and the Annual Meeting to provide support to a Meetings Manager. Additional functions include, but are not limited to, registration and housing processing, final bill reconciliation, hotel, venue and vendor request for proposals, on-site meeting support, shipping, badge creation and overall meeting setup responsibilities.
The Editorial Ethics Manager is responsible for providing guidance, oversight, and management of potential ethical issues and cases at the AACR journals. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), with more than 58,000 members residing in 135 countries, is the first and largest organization in the world dedicated to advances in all areas of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Its mission is to prevent and cure all cancers. The programs and activities of the AACR foster the exchange of new knowledge among scientists and physicians in cancer research as well as in related sciences. The AACR publishes nine peer-reviewed scientific journals and an award-winning magazine for cancer patients and their loved ones; convenes topical scientific conferences and an annual meeting that draws more than 22,500 participants; offers educational workshops...
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The Director, Regulatory Science and Policy, works closely with the Vice President, Science Policy and Government Affairs (and Chief Policy Officer) to implement a wide range of exciting regulatory science and policy programs and activities related to the mission of the AACR. Such activities are designed to create and strengthen the dialogue between policymakers, cancer researchers, and advocates to educate policymakers and...
