Senior Health Policy Specialist

Are you interested in making a world of difference in cancer care?

Cancer strikes more than 10 million people worldwide each year. As the leading medical society representing doctors who care for people with cancer, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is committed to conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality, equitable patient care.

Who we are:

ASCO is a flexible, high-performance membership organization where employees collaborate to support our mission through evidence, care, and impact. Together with Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we foster a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity, emphasizes teamwork, commits to quality, and values inclusion. Our culture, ASCO Works – Our Way of Working, has long enabled workplace flexibility and embraced technology to help us achieve balance.

ASCO offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and opportunities to participate in professional development programs. To learn what it’s like to work at ASCO, click here.

Who we are looking for:

If you have a passion for shaping health policy in the field of cancer research, we have the perfect opportunity for you! ASCO is seeking a passionate and high-performing Senior Health Policy Specialist for Cancer Research.

As the Senior Health Policy Specialist, you will have the opportunity to provide expertise to ASCO leadership, committees, and staff on health policy issues related to cancer research, including clinical trials, pharmaceutical development, and other critical research topics.

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute to meaning efforts in cancer care and make an impact!

This position is hybrid with a primary location in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities

• Identify emerging policy issues and oversee the development of policy positions and recommendations related to clinical research studies and drug development.
• Convene and lead work groups of staff and members to develop, update, and review organizational policies related to portfolio.
• Provide health policy content expertise and serve as a resource for ASCO’s legislative and regulatory activities, with a focus on clinical research and pharmaceutical development policy and relevant federal agencies including but not limited to NIH, NCI and FDA.
• Collaborate with Advocacy staff in analyzing legislation, proposed regulations and other emerging proposals; assist in the preparation of written comments for submission to Congress and federal agencies; and assist in analysis and drafting of comments on state-specific issues.
• Provide technical support in response to state-level initiatives.
• Develop and maintain working relationships and collaborate with relevant health policy and oncology organizations.
• Partner in the evaluation and impact analysis of statutory, regulatory, and other public policy initiatives affecting cancer care delivery and research.

Required Education and Experience

• Master’s Degree (MBA, MPH, MPP) or higher
• 5+ years of experience in similar society work, think tank or government agency work
• Experience or a high level of familiarity with the federal government drug review and approval processes
• Experience with clinical trial protocols, IRBs, and human subject research generally

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience working with oncology drug development or cancer clinical trials
• Experience representing an employer with external stakeholders

Competencies

• Excellent communication skills with ability to help build consensus
• Excellent research and writing skills
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to quickly adapt as circumstances dictate
• Requires a high degree of professional maturity and comfort working with senior members and staff
• The ability to coordinate successfully with staff and members across multiple departments
• Goal-oriented and self-managed with the ability to multi-task and manage own time, priorities, and resources
• Commitment to high-quality work within a team to meet timelines and deliverables

Work Environment

Office or work-from-home

Routine use of computer required

ADA/Physical Requirements

Extended periods seated or standing at a desk.

High use of computer and other office technology equipment.

Travel

11-20 days/yr

Generous Benefits Package:

• Hybrid Work Environment
• Open Leave Policy
• Paid Family Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays per Calendar Year
• Staff Appreciation Days
• 401(k): 7.5% Employer Contribution
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fertility and Family Forming
• Healthcare Concierge
• Flexible Spending Account(s)
• Healthcare Savings Account
• Disability and Life Insurance

The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

At ASCO, our goal is to foster and encourage a diversity of thought, experience, and background in our workplace. Our organization’s culture is multi-dimensional, and we encourage our employees to leverage their unique perspectives and ideas.