Senior Program Officer – Healthcare Delivery and Disparities Research (hybrid) Every day, healthcare organizations, providers, and other stakeholders face crucial decisions about how to improve the delivery and equitability of care, but they often lack the critical information needed to guide them. At the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), our Healthcare Delivery and Disparities Research (HDDR) program focuses on comparing patient-centered approaches to improve the equitability, effectiveness, and efficiency of care currently in practice, providing essential knowledge to patients and others in the healthcare community.   We are seeking a Senior Program Officer with expertise in health systems and/or health equity research, along with experience in clinical trial design, execution, research methods, and/or natural experimental designs. You will lead the strategic decision-making and high-level program planning, management and monitoring of a diverse portfolio of research awards that address PCORI’s National Priorities for Health. We welcome candidates from a variety of backgrounds, including experience and/or scientific leadership in health systems and disparities research, in a funding research organization, or a research program with staff management.   PCORI is the leading funder of patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research in the US—we have invested more than $4 billion in patient-centered CER and related projects to date. You will work on a team of 12 highly accomplished Program Officers and engage with the nation’s leading investigators to support research to eliminate—not just describe—health and healthcare disparities and identify health system features that result in sustained positive impacts on patient outcomes.   How You’ll Make an Impact Advancing our research agenda and the National Priorities for Health, key focus areas include: - Supporting program development and providing scientific oversight for a diverse portfolio of funded research awards. Oversee 10 to 15 awards (more than $10M each over 5+ years), working with awardees, program associates, and other PCORI staff to manage processes while ensuring the scientific fidelity of awards is maintained. - Developing funding announcements, working internally with departments across PCORI and externally with key stakeholders to identify and scope out research projects in emerging HDDR-related areas. - Evaluating and implementing program activities to further the HDDR’s strategic direction, for example, analyzing our portfolio to identify gaps in evidence that can drive future PCORI investments.   Work Environment and Benefits - You’ll enjoy a purpose-driven hybrid work environment with 2 collaborative days on-site weekly in our Washington, DC, office. Occasional travel for site visits and representing PCORI at external meetings may be required. - We offer an excellent compensation package, including generous PTO (up to 20-30 days of PTO based on job classification and/or years of service), medical, dental, and vision insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(a) plan with employer contribution up to 10%, life insurance, professional development reimbursement, employee engagement events, and more. - You are joining a team of mission-driven professionals with deep experience in the field who are genuinely interested in helping each other succeed. We have a very intentional and supportive onboarding process and offer robust professional development. - As a research funder, convener, and employer, PCORI is dedicated to advancing and accelerating diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in our work. Internally, we know diversity and inclusion are about the experience and culture an organization builds for itself. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts stretch across our entire organization, from recruiting our workforce to cultivating business relationships.   Responsibilities General Program Responsibilities - Assist the Associate Director, Program Director, and Science leadership in identifying and implementing strategic objectives for the program. - Identify and manage the development and implementation of program funding activities (e.g., funding opportunity announcements). - Collaborate with staff from other PCORI Patient-Centered Research programs, as well as other PCORI staff, in implementing program activities. Portfolio Management - Oversee and lead major programmatic functions and processes, both administrative and technical.  - Identify and manage the design and implementation of activities related to developing program-specific PCORI funding announcements (e.g., leading topic-theme workgroups, advisory panel meetings, working with external organizations, including government organizations). - Develop, with assistance from PCORI staff and external organizations, program-specific PCORI funding announcements. Serve as the lead scientific point of contact for specific PFA-related questions and make decisions regarding approval of proposed changes to announcements or proposals. - Actively engage in PCORI’s processes for reviewing and awarding applications received through the PCORI funding announcement process. - Advise awardees on the execution of their contracts. - Engage in active portfolio management by monitoring awardees’ attainment of contract milestones and overall study progress, conducting site visits, and implementing learning networks or conferences to facilitate shared learning opportunities for relevant stakeholders. - Collaborate with contract management staff to assess the status of projects. - Evaluate the program’s portfolio to ensure balance and to identify the need for modification of strategic funding directions and opportunities and independently leads the evaluation of the program’s portfolio in specific areas. - Advise potential applicants regarding their applications and the application process. Organizational Responsibilities and Contributions - Represent PCORI publicly regarding program direction, program funding, and the application process and award results.  - Participate in conferences, seminars, and other professional development activities to maintain and enhance expertise and professional status. - Lead, contribute to, and participate in internal groups and teams. Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by PCORI management. - Keep the Program Director and team appraised of developments and occurrences in the field that are likely to affect program decision-making, strategies, and/or award decision-making. - Demonstrate leadership within the department and organization through a constructive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to collaborate with others within and outside the division.  - Oversee or mentor other Program Officers to respond to applicant questions and manage more complex scientific and technical aspects of research awards.   Qualifications - Doctoral degree and 7+ years of experience in a research discipline relevant to patient-centered outcomes research (e.g., clinical epidemiology, health services research, sociology, psychology, health policy, biostatistics, economics, bioinformatics, data science, education, or health education). - A combination of demonstrated experience and/or scientific leadership in one or more of the following: - Health systems or health equity research, which may be reflected by prior success in publishing first-authored scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals. - A specific area of knowledge, preference for topical expertise in maternal morbidity/mortality, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, disparities, telemedicine, chronic disease management, community-based and public health delivery systems, and/or payer and policy interventions to improve patient-centered outcomes. - In a funding research agency/organization. - In a research program with staff management. - A track record of synthesizing material and focusing quickly on the essence of an issue, identifying major opportunities in a specific research area, and seeing the big picture. - Demonstrated professionalism and experience in developing productive relationships with individuals at all levels, internally and externally, including colleagues, awardees, consultants, external funders, and others who contribute to program development and management.   About Us The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is an independent nonprofit organization authorized by Congress in 2010 and reauthorized in 2019. Its mission is to fund research that will provide patients, their caregivers, and clinicians with the evidence-based information needed to make better-informed healthcare decisions. PCORI seeks input from a broad range of stakeholders to guide its work.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “PCORI – Senior Program Officer, HDDR #2023-2796 SA” as the subject of the email.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Senior Research Scientist, Senior Researcher.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.  

President FAMM (formerly Families Against Mandatory Minimums) has been a catalytic force in reshaping the US criminal justice system since 1991. Our mission is to create a more fair and effective system that respects American values of individual accountability and dignity while keeping communities safe. We are seeking a President with a proven track record in action-driven advocacy who can spot opportunities, anticipate challenges, and ensure FAMM’s continued relevance and impact on criminal justice policy and the communities we serve. Reporting to the board of directors, you will oversee the strategic and operational effectiveness of our campaigns and lead a highly experienced staff of 25, driving our fundraising and advocacy-based public relations and communications efforts.   Our commitment to being resolutely nonpartisan sets us apart. We make progress amid shifting politics and changing popular opinion through public education and targeted advocacy rooted in uncompromising dedication to the families in our network—over tens of thousands of individuals who have been impacted by failings in our nation’s criminal justice system. We were instrumental in the passage of the First Step Act (2018) and are now working to urge Congress to pass the EQUAL Act and Independent Prison Oversight. We are broadening our reach as many states reconsider mandatory minimum requirements with our Second Chances Agenda, asking states and Congress alike to pass “second look” laws, expand compassionate release programs, and increase opportunities for clemency.   We will look to you to read the political landscape, amplify the voices of our network, and envision clever and strategic ways to leverage our work and influence to meet the moment now and into the future. Your ability to communicate persuasively and embrace working with policymakers and people from both sides of the political aisle will be central to your success.     Key Focus Areas - Strategic and Operational Leadership. Create plans for achieving goals and objectives set in collaboration with the board of directors. While not directly managing day-to-day finances, provide leadership in overseeing our $4.5-5M operating budget (with more than six months of financial reserves). - Staff Management. Lead an effective team dedicated to fulfilling the organization’s mission through advocacy, engagement with families impacted by incarceration and returning citizens, media outreach, and fundraising. - Public Relations and Communications. Oversee all external communications, including our website, marketing collateral, emails, and social media. Serve as the face of the organization and participate in external events to increase visibility and credibility and develop and maintain strategic partnerships to promote our mission. - Fundraising. Work with the development manager to meet annual fundraising goals by securing financial support from foundations, corporations, and individual donors. Play a primary role in stewarding major donors while building new relationships.   Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits - Local team members work together in our Washington, DC, office three days a week with two days remote. Collaboration is essential for the work we do. - The budgeted salary range for this position is $190K - $250K with an excellent benefits package, including life, health, dental, and vision insurance (100%), a 403(b) investment account, and ample sick leave and personal time off. - We are an informal but professional team that cares about doing the most good for the most people in the moment when it matters most. That means we seize chances, dive in fast, and don’t get stuck in unnecessary processes or overthinking.   Qualifications - 15+ years of experience in advocacy or lobbying on the federal or state level (criminal justice reform is preferred, but not required). Experience leading nonprofit or private organizations. - Experience in public relations, marketing, and fundraising. - Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills. - Familiarity with or an interest in the criminal justice system and current debates surrounding reform. - Experience in working with organizations across the ideological spectrum.   About Us FAMM’s greatest asset has always been the stories of its members. By sharing the impact of unjust sentencing and prison policies on incarcerated individuals, their families, and their communities, FAMM has helped create urgency around the issue and made the problem feel real to the policymakers who have to be moved to make meaningful change. This two-pronged approach—public education and targeted advocacy—is core to FAMM’s success to date and will remain critical to its work as the organization expands its organizing efforts nationally.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences. People of color, people impacted by the criminal justice system, and LGBTQ+ applicants are encouraged to apply.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Bob Corlett at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “FAMM - President #2023-2799 SA” as the subject of the email.   Please note: The budgeted salary range for this position is $190K - $250K.     Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Business Development Director   CS Week has a three-decade history and a trusted reputation as the leading source for networking, education, and cutting-edge information exchange for customer experience leaders in the utilities industry. In recent years, customer service operations have evolved quickly with the need to adapt processes to keep pace with societal shifts and other industries’ trends. While the CS Week Conference provides high value and is well attended, we see a market opportunity to expand our year-round programs and services. We are seeking a Business Development Director with expertise in scaling a business that involves education and convening events to lead our business model expansion. In this role, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (and later building and leading a support team), you will explore new models to drive revenue growth for our flagship conference and increasingly diversified offers, creating a more sustainable and stable future. This includes understanding and segmenting the market to assess the needs of stakeholders from executive leaders to customer service professionals, identifying new cutting-edge products and services that CS Week can develop, strategic packaging of existing products and services, and exploring pricing models (membership, subscription). You will also guide the repositioning of the CS Week brand in alignment with the revenue strategy transformation. Your challenge will be to assess the relative impact of new programs and services on our annual conference attendance, understand the competitive landscape of where utility customer service professionals find information (through paid and/or free models), and apply best practices in community building, intellectual property rights for eLearning and events, and educational technology delivery mechanisms. Our current portfolio of programs and services includes the CS Week Conference, CS Week 311, Executive Summit, LeadNext, Women In Utilities, Key Account Forum, CS Week Benchmarking, Deep Dives, EVCx, webinars, and podcasts.   How You’ll Make an Impact - Create and implement strategies to identify and address current and future market needs. Engage key industry stakeholders and sponsors (building from our robust contact list and established relationships), including investor-operated utilities, municipal and state government utilities, and large coops (electric, gas, and water/wastewater). - Develop an investment and projected revenue plan to pitch to the CS Week Board. - Strengthen the CS Week Conference as the go-to place for utility executives and customers to gather. Leverage relationships and our brand to boost attendance at the next conference and encourage industry leaders to contribute innovative content.   Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits - You’ll enjoy a primarily remote work environment with travel up to 20% for occasional visits to our greater Dallas area office, conferences, and potential meetings with industry stakeholders (most will be virtual). We follow core hours from 8 am – 5 pm CST. - The budgeted salary for this position is $150K with a benefits package including 15 days of vacation (increasing to 20 with tenure), 6 core holidays and 3 flex holidays, health insurance reimbursement/stipend, and a 401(k) with employer contribution. - You will be joining a collegial and supportive group of colleagues who embrace team-driven decision-making and are eager to help each other succeed.   Responsibilities - Develop and execute an overall revenue growth strategy for CS Week. - Identify key leaders of target organizations across the utility industry; execute an outreach and engagement plan; develop KPIs and track success. - Develop and execute a program to obtain “voice-of-customer” input on CS Week's current and potential offerings; identify value drivers that will yield successful subscription offers. - Design the revenue model and portfolio of programs, content, and services for the various offers; work with the digital director to design the digital delivery of curated content. - To the extent that subscription-based services become central to the CS Week revenue model, oversee content design to ensure that subscribers receive the value they expect. - Evaluate the effectiveness of the CS Week brand; build on existing market research to determine how to reposition the CS Week brand to drive awareness and adoption of the new strategy; build and execute a marketing plan to support the brand and drive participation in CS Week offers.   Qualifications - 10 years of experience in roles responsible for revenue growth and business model development in a conference, education, or publishing context, including experience in the execution of successful subscription-based business models. This includes experience in customer research and brand management. - Bachelor's degree preferred. - Demonstrated ability to work with peers to develop and execute transformational strategies.   About Us CS Week is the premier annual educational and customer service conference serving electric, gas, and water/wastewater utility professionals across North America and around the world. CS Week provides learning and networking opportunities in support of the utility CX Puzzle: Billing & Payments, Contact Center, Credit & Collections, Digital Engagement, Disruptors, Field Services, and Strategies & Analytics.   Our mission is to advance utility customer service through the delivery of unbiased educational opportunities, forums for networking and sharing of innovative best practices that will advance the customer experience.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “CS Week – Business Development Director #2023-2790 SA” as the subject of the email.   Please note: The budgeted salary range for this position is $150k.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Director, New Business Development, Manager of Business Development, Customer Experience Director.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.  

Head of Digital Strategy With a three-decade history and a trusted reputation as the leading source for networking, education, and cutting-edge information exchange for customer experience leaders in the utilities industry, CS Week is undergoing a business model expansion and rebranding to meet the evolving needs of utility executives and customer service professionals year-round. We are seeking a Head of Digital Strategy with experience in strategic content delivery, web management and optimization, and digital project management to support this expansion and ignite new revenue growth.   Reporting to the CEO, managing one direct report and vendor contracts/relationships (with the potential to expand your team in the future), you will work in tandem with the Director of Business Development to set the direction of our strategy for the production and distribution of digital communications and curated training/education content on topics at the cutting edge of utility customer experience. Your challenge will be to ensure our digital products and services provide a modern user experience and unique value for utility professionals and executives.   How You’ll Make an Impact - Create a digital strategy and budget to maximize return on existing and newly designed products and services, ensuring consistent and reliable delivery to the right audiences at the right time. Use data to inform your approach and track progress (audience data analysis/segmentation, user engagement metrics, etc.). - Monitor trends to determine tools and platforms that can be leveraged for the benefit of the organization. Provide guidance on the best digital solutions to execute the strategy, including a potential website redesign, expanding the capabilities of our app (hosted by Cvent), implementing a CRM system, and more. - Manage the lifecycle of all digital projects from concept to completion. Hire and oversee staff and/or vendors to operationalize the strategy.   Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits - You’ll enjoy a primarily remote work environment with travel up to 10% for occasional visits to our greater Dallas area office and the CS Week Conference. We follow core hours from 8 am – 5 pm CST. - The budgeted salary range for this position is $118K - $124K*. We welcome candidates with more senior-level experience and will increase salary accordingly. - Our benefits package includes 15 days of vacation (increasing to 20 with tenure), 6 core holidays and 3 flex holidays, health insurance reimbursement/stipend, and a 401(k) with employer contribution. - You will be joining a collegial and supportive group of colleagues who embrace team-driven decision-making and are eager to help each other succeed.   Responsibilities - Provide leadership for CS Week’s digital communications technologies to integrate with its brand, strategy, and business direction. Prepare an annual tactical plan and budget. Oversee staff/vendors in developing and delivering all digital communications to support the tactical plan. - Continually assess and optimize the CS Week website to improve usability, design, and content. Ensure ADA compliance/accessibility. - Develop, track, and report digital communications metrics/KPIs to the Business Development Director, including reporting via Google Analytics. - Develop data-driven digital content delivery strategies, including audience analysis and segmentation. Maintain brand consistency throughout all digital properties, platforms, feeds, and content. - Determine the optimal sourcing strategies for digital channels (e.g., conference registration platform, conference attendee app, web, mobile web, curated content platform, live streaming, etc.) - Manage digital channel implementation projects (internal or vendor-sourced); ensure systems remain current, secure, and supported. - Ensure CS Week operates within budget for technology projects and ongoing technology operations.   Qualifications - At least 7 to 10 years of experience in digital strategy management and implementation, market research and analysis, and digital content production and distribution, including experience with internal and vendor-sourced solutions. - Bachelor’s degree is required; a concentration in digital communications, marketing, information technology, or computer science is preferred. - Experience with web content management systems and best practices for web content management. Expertise with Google Analytics and SEO. - Staff and vendor management experience and the demonstrated ability to work with peers to develop and execute transformational strategies.   About Us CS Week is the premier annual educational and customer service conference serving electric, gas, and water/wastewater utility professionals across North America and around the world. CS Week provides learning and networking opportunities in support of the utility CX Puzzle: Billing & Payments, Contact Center, Credit & Collections, Digital Engagement, Disruptors, Field Services, and Strategies & Analytics.   Our mission is to advance utility customer service through the delivery of unbiased educational opportunities, forums for networking and sharing of innovative best practices that will advance the customer experience.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “CS Week- Head of Digital Strategy #2023-2791 SA” as the subject of the email.   Please note: The budgeted salary range for this position is $118K - $124K   Job responsiblities are similar to the following positions: Digital Director, Director of Digital Marketing, Head of Digital, Digital Project Manager, Director of Marketing.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.          

Director of Email Marketing (primarily remote, Mid-Atlantic)   Kidney disease affects more than 1 in 7 U.S. adults—it is the fastest-growing non-contagious disease, and it has an enormous impact on patients and families. The American Kidney Fund provides unmatched value to patients and families wherever they are in their fight against the disease while supporting research to advance patient care and advocating for improved health policy and equity. We are seeking a Director of Email Marketing with a deep understanding of the intersection between email marketing and fundraising to ensure our program delivers optimal value at the most impactful stage of engagement for our audiences.   Reporting to and working closely with the Senior Director of Brand Marketing, you will lead our e-CRM platform migration and develop a new strategy grounded in value-driven communication to nurture constituents through acquisition, cultivation, and retention. Your goal will be to create targeted constituent journeys, fostering enduring connections with AKF while increasing participation in our programs and fundraising. You will lead roughly 30 campaigns with an average of 325 total emails annually, reaching 125K+ constituents nationwide. Our primary audience segments include patients, ambassadors in our advocacy programs, professionals working in the kidney space, and prospective and current donors.   How You’ll Make an Impact Your work will be pivotal in refining AKF's outreach approach, ensuring a positive impact on patients' lives while furthering the vital work of professionals in the kidney health community. - E-CRM Migration. Work with our contracted implementation strategist to ensure a successful transition from Blackbaud’s Luminate Online to Engaging Networks (data migration, platform setup, content migration, training and documentation for staff, etc.). - Email Strategy. Work with the Senior Director of Brand Marketing and engage with stakeholders across AKF (including our Individual Giving, Advocacy, and Education teams) to create a strategy that meets individual program goals while bridging gaps between marketing and development within the email program. - Campaign Execution. Work with the Marketing and Communications Manager to execute campaigns, providing strategic guidance on segmentation and targeting with day-to-day hands-on support. - Data Analysis. Identify and track KPIs to determine if we are providing significant and relevant value at every touchpoint. Make data-driven recommendations for continuous improvement. Design and implement A/B tests to optimize performance.   Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits  - You’ll enjoy a primarily remote work schedule with 2-3 days per month in our North Bethesda, MD, office. We currently support employees in Maryland, Virginia, Washington, DC, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Occasional out-of-town travel may be required (less than 5%). - The budgeted salary range for this position is $100K - $105K. AKF offers comprehensive benefits, including a matching 403b retirement plan, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flex spending, and generous leave. - Additional perks include paid underground parking, Metro subsidies, employee-led recognition and social events throughout the year, and shorter workdays on Fridays. - You are joining a diverse team of open, collaborative, and supportive colleagues who care deeply about our mission, the people we serve, and each other. AKF is financially secure and led by a national board of trustees that is appropriately engaged, experienced, supportive, and appreciative of the team.   Responsibilities - Develop and execute a comprehensive email program strategy/roadmap aligned with the AKF’s goals and objectives, including robust constituent journeys. Define key priorities, focusing on strategies to drive acquisition, retention, and re-acquisition. - Collaborate with marketing, development, and education team members on strategies to grow AKF’s email database, using technical expertise to develop and implement best practices and testing strategies alongside the Senior Director of Brand Marketing. - Work alongside the Marketing and Communications Manager to develop, schedule, and execute hundreds of email messages per year, ensuring appropriately targeted communications to help meet individual program and constituent goals. - Oversee audience selection and segmentation through query building in conjunction with other department leads that define program needs, goals, and benchmarks. - In partnership with the Marketing and Communications team, make recommendations to the organization’s editorial calendar to increase the effectiveness of our campaigns across all online and offline touchpoints. - Monitor and analyze consistent email program data and provide timely and accurate reporting to help determine the effectiveness of current strategies and/or revisions to strategy. - Contribute as a member of AKF’s leadership team, keeping leaders up to date with program performance, making strategy recommendations and ensuring the email program needs and considerations are understood and met.    - After 90 days in the position, lead and mentor one direct report (the Email Marketing Manager), maintaining a positive, productive working environment while working toward strategic goals.   Qualifications - 5-7 years of relevant experience in email marketing and fundraising (healthcare nonprofit preferred, college degree preferred). 1-2 years of supervisory experience is required. - Experience with online email software and tools—expertise with Blackbaud’s Luminate Online and Engaging Networks software is highly preferred. Knowledge of Raiser’s Edge, a similar platform, and Classy.com is desirable but not required. - Proficiency in HTML, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office Suite. - Experience coordinating multiple projects and adhering to strict deadlines while working in a team environment. - Demonstrated ability to communicate and collaborate well, integrating feedback from varying stakeholders while navigating competing priorities and perspectives to ensure project goals are met.   About Us The American Kidney Fund fights kidney disease on all fronts as the nation’s leading kidney nonprofit—no kidney organization impacts more lives than AKF. We are grateful to our big-hearted donor community that makes all of this work possible. From prevention through post-transplant living, we are proud to be there by the sides of patients through every challenge that comes their way.   AKF’s vision is a world without kidney disease. Until that day comes, we believe that every kidney patient should have access to health care, and every person at risk for kidney disease should be empowered to prevent it. Ninety-seven cents of every dollar we spend goes to patients and programs. One of the nation’s highest-rated nonprofit organizations, AKF has held Charity Navigator’s highest 4-star rating for 20 years running and holds the Candid (formerly GuideStar) Platinum Seal of Transparency.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “AKF – Director of Email Marketing #2023-2795 SA” as the subject of the email.   Please note: The budgeted salary range for this position is $100K - $105K.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Director of Marketing, Email Marketing Manager, Sr. Manager of Email.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.        

Chief Marketing and Communications Officer   With a recent CEO change and a new strategic plan in process, the American Association of Immunologists is building on its history as a highly respected scientific society to focus more externally on serving the field of immunology and related disciplines while creating more value for members. We are seeking a forward-looking Chief Marketing and Communications Officer experienced in change management with expertise in association membership, marketing, strategic communications, and public relations to lead AAI into this new era.   Reporting to the CEO as a senior leadership team member, you will drive AAI’s marketing and communications strategies, building and leading a team of up to seven professionals (including 3 direct reports). We will look to you to build a centralized marketing function to support the goals of every department and orchestrate a higher level of cohesion in communicating the value of our work and the association, internally and externally. Your work will deepen engagement with membership and expand our reach into adjacent and emerging fields, support revenue growth, and promote the vital role of immunology and immunologists in broader society.   From vaccine development, infectious disease control, and public health policy to improving transplant medicine and cancer treatment, the field of immunology is foundational to ensuring the health of all Americans and people around the globe.   How You’ll Make an Impact You will be on the ground floor of strategic planning and implementation that will have long-lasting implications for AAI, the field, and society. This role requires a high level of engagement with AAI’s staff, members and volunteer leaders, external stakeholders, and vendors. Key focus areas include: - Marketing and Communications Strategy. Develop and implement a cohesive external marketing and communications strategy to ensure robust awareness of AAI and its programs and services across the immunology and biomedical research communities, policymakers, members, potential members, partners, corporate supporters, and other key audiences as determined by the Council. - Public Relations. Garner media attention for the association through intentional outreach, including an ongoing public awareness campaign to inform and educate key audiences on the connection between immunology and overall health (vaccines, vitamins, allergies, etc.) while creating attachment to AAI as a trusted health resource. - Revenue Growth. Work with program and development staff to cultivate a more business-oriented strategy for optimizing revenue streams, including maximizing existing programs and services and exploring new sources of revenue beyond our journals,courses, and annual meeting (digital media is a potential high-growth area). - Team Leadership. Lead and mentor staff to maintain a positive, productive working environment in alignment with AAI’s established culture of accountability, collegiality, and support. Foster transparency and trust within the organization.   Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits  - You’ll enjoy a hybrid work environment with 3 days on-site weekly at our Rockville, MD, office (moving to 2 days/week in 2024). - The budgeted salary range for this position is $200K - $250K with an outstanding benefits package including generous PTO and sick leave, medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement with a 10% employer contribution, disability/life insurance, and employer-paid parking.   Responsibilities - Develop and oversee the execution of marketing and communications strategies to elevate awareness and understanding of AAI programs and services among internal and external audiences. Develop and/or optimize the use of multiple content types and distribution channels (web, email, social, digital and print advertising, video). Drive efforts to develop and track KPIs to ensure strategies are effective. - Integrate marketing programs across all AAI product and service lines to achieve revenue goals while also meeting the needs of members and other stakeholder communities. Strengthen organizational capacity to deliver operational excellence and efficiency across all marketing disciplines and channels. - Lead and/or support external communications strategies and programs to raise awareness of immunology and its central role in health. - Drive innovative development practices to ensure membership participation and engagement through year-long recruitment and retention strategies. - Identify and oversee market research and analysis efforts to define the universe of potential members, identify member/audience needs, and translate findings into strategies to advance AAI’s strategic goals. - Identify strategic growth options for the association’s revenue diversification efforts. Assess member and customer needs, align those with market opportunities, and collaborate to operationalize short and long-term business strategies. - Provide support for AAI committees relevant to areas of responsibility. - Develop and maintain budgets for areas of responsibility in conjunction with AAI’s finance team. - Under the direction of the CEO, keep the AAI Council informed and updated on issues for which this position has oversight. Participate in Council meetings, including travel, as required.   Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, or related field and 5 or more years in a senior level marketing, communications/PR, or member experience position in a scientific or healthcare membership organization or 10 or more years in progressive roles in scientific or healthcare membership organizations, with at least 5 years in a senior level marketing, communications/PR, or member experience position. - Experience in staff development to build and nurture strong teams of qualified professionals to execute on strategy. - Experience in, or exposure to, membership growth and/or engagement strategies. - A proven track record of creating and executing marketing and/or communications strategies supporting an association’s entire brand and individual programs and services. Knowledge of content management, audience engagement, and revenue generation through digital platforms. - Experience using market analysis and indicators to develop new products, programs, or services. - Knowledge of customer databases, including AMS, CMS, CRM, and marketing automation systems. - A deep commitment to DEAI, broadly defined, and a high degree of self-awareness and transparency. - Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including oral and written communication and an engaging presentation style. - Experience with media relations is a plus.   About Us The American Association of Immunologists is an association of professionally trained scientists from all over the world dedicated to advancing the knowledge of immunology and its related disciplines, fostering the interchange of ideas and information among investigators, and addressing the potential integration of immunologic principles into clinical practice. The association serves its members by providing a center for the dissemination of information relevant to the field and its practices, organizing and sponsoring educational and professional opportunities, planning and presenting scientific meetings, addressing membership-derived issues and opinions, and responding to important funding and policy challenges. AAI owns and publishes The Journal of Immunology, the largest and most highly cited journal in the field, as well as ImmunoHorizons, an open-access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the science of immunology.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “AAI – CMCO #2023-2794 SA” as the subject of the email.   Please note: The budgeted salary range for this position is $200K - $250K.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Chief Marketing and Engagement Officer, Chief Membership Officer, Chief Communications Officer, Chief Marketing Officer, VP of Marketing and Communications, VP of Membership  and Engagement.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.    

Associate Director, Merit Review   The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is the leading funder of patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research in the US. We are federally funded through 2030, have invested $4 billion in patient-centered CER and related projects to date, and are experiencing rapid growth. The Merit Review department has rocketed from a team of six to 23, and we are seeking an Associate Director with technical knowledge in the biomedical and research review space, team management skills, and experience with process improvements to strengthen our MR leadership team.   In this role, you will plan, coordinate, and execute the end-to-end scientific and technical review of applications submitted for PCORI funding. Reporting to the Director, Merit Review, you will lead 4-5 highly qualified direct reports, manage relationships with 1-2 contractors, and work closely with other PCORI business units and departments. Our Merit Review Team reviews project applications for a $650 million funding budget through 3-4 funding cycles.   You will ensure that Merit Review Officers (MROs) and merit review team staff adhere to PCORI policies and standard operating procedures for conducting a fair, scientifically rigorous, and consistent merit review of received applications. You will also assist the Director to: ensure the MROs and the MR team staff are aware of and adhere to review timelines; complete review tasks and create deliverables on time; plan and implement high-quality, fair, and objective multi-stakeholder reviews; recruit and train patients, stakeholders, and other experts for review panels; disseminate merit review information to program staff; train staff on merit review policies and procedures; and help prepare pre- and post-review documents and materials for use by applicants, merit review panel members and Science/Engagement programs.   Your ability to handle complex tasks with substantial independent responsibility and balance multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities will be central to your success.   How You’ll Make an Impact Merit Review integrates with every department at PCORI—it is the engine that drives the funding process, ensuring that PCORI-funded research and related projects are rigorous and useful for patients, their families, and the healthcare community. Key focus areas include: - Team Management. Inspire others to work towards achieving team goals while being tolerant of ambiguity and change. Develop productive relationships with colleagues, reviewers, consultants, and others who contribute to the merit review process. - Process Improvement and Innovation. Work independently and in teams to think imaginatively about opportunities and create and respond to innovative approaches to addressing an issue. Evaluate the effectiveness of the merit review process and lead, actively participate in, and manage cross-cutting process improvement initiatives to adapt to programmatic needs while maintaining the integrity of the process.   Work Environment and Benefits - You’ll enjoy a purpose-driven hybrid work environment with 3 days on-site in our Washington, DC, office and the option to telework the rest of the week. We have weekly team days and design our in-office time to be engaging and collaborative. You will have flexibility in start and end times to accommodate your needs. - We offer an excellent compensation package, including generous PTO (up to 20-30 days of PTO based on job classification and/or years of service), medical, dental, and vision insurance, long-term and short-term disability, 401(a) plan with employer contribution up to 10%, life insurance, professional development reimbursement, employee engagement events, and more. - You are joining a team of mission-driven professionals with a high level of experience in the field who are genuinely interested in helping each other succeed. This role is intellectually stimulating; you’ll be learning and addressing new challenges every day. - As a research funder, convener, and employer, PCORI is dedicated to advancing and accelerating diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts in our work. Internally, we know diversity and inclusion are about the experience and culture an organization builds for itself. Our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts stretch across our entire organization, from recruiting our workforce to cultivating business relationships.   Responsibilities - Working with the Director, oversee operations and review panel logistics for all activities conducted within a Review Portfolio Team, including the supervision of MROs, Program Associates, and contractors, as relevant. This includes ensuring adherence to PCORI standards and policies and ensuring appropriate identification and management of potential conflicts of interest for all scientific reviewers and staff. - As assigned by the Director, Manage Panel Managers and Panel Manager Support Personnel for review meetings. - Oversee effective management of in-person Merit Review in accordance with PCORI’s merit review goals. - Oversee MRO preparation of succinct, accurate, and informative final summary statements for all applications assigned for review. - Oversee the training program for merit reviewers and work with Programmatic and Training staff to update training as necessary. - Assist the Director in recruiting, onboarding, and training MR staff. - Establish and maintain strong working relationships with PCORI partners across other divisions and business units. Collaborate on special projects and initiatives as assigned by the Director. - Represent MR on PCORI Working Groups or Matrix Teams for relevant responsibilities as assigned. - Ensure MR concerns, issues, and interests are represented on all PFA Working Groups and other meetings as assigned to you or to direct reports. - Represent or delegate MR representation on PFA Working Groups for the development of SAE and new PFA initiatives as requested by the Director. - Assist the Director in performance and process optimization and implement pilot studies to improve performance. - Assist the Director in contributing to relevant Policy and Practice documents. - Assist the Director in identifying and implementing strategic objectives and directions for the merit review program. - Oversee communication and relationships with the scientific, patient, and stakeholder communities to enhance review activities, collaborating with Engagement staff on patient and stakeholder recruitment, training, and quality review.   Qualifications - Doctorate or First Professional Degree (e.g., PhD., ScD, MD, DrPH) in a relevant field. - Minimum of 7 years of experience in research review and management, proven leadership and recognition in research program administration, and scientific project management or for a specific area of knowledge. - Demonstrated experience in effectively managing staff and leading teams in a collaborative environment. - Experience interacting with scientific, clinical and/or lay reviewers and managing multi-stakeholder workgroups or panels. Knowledge and expertise regarding high-quality, fair, and objective merit review processes. - Strong understanding of the history, interests, internal dynamics, and relationships of organizations in which health services, scientific and/or comparative effectiveness research is conducted. - Previous experience with independent research, grant writing, scientific or peer review, and/or contract management is preferred.   About Us The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is an independent nonprofit organization authorized by Congress in 2010 and reauthorized in 2019. Its mission is to fund research that will provide patients, their caregivers, and clinicians with the evidence-based information needed to make better-informed healthcare decisions. PCORI seeks input from a broad range of stakeholders to guide its work.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “PCORI – Associate Director, Merit Review #2023-2792 SA” as the subject of the email.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Scientific Review Officer, Program Officer, Scientific Program Officer, Peer Review Officer.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended an evidence-based approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.          

Executive Vice President Financial Products and Services (remote/hybrid)   As Civic Builders’ EVP of Financial Products and Services, you will oversee all aspects of the Facilities Investment Fund (FIF), a groundbreaking partnership with the Walton Family Foundation, bringing over $300 million in affordable loan capital to finance facilities for high-performing, under-resourced public charter schools and networks nationwide. Civic Builders’ portfolio represents $1.45 billion invested into economically distressed communities to ensure all students have access to safe, positive, and student-centered learning environments. We have supported the growth of 73 schools educating more than 39,000 students annually with a 90% graduation rate.   We are seeking an experienced, creative leader with an in-depth understanding of the lending process, experience with structuring funds for mission-driven organizations, and expertise in leading teams to develop financial products and services that meet the specific needs of underserved and marginalized communities. In a volatile market where many lenders are hesitant to take on risk, our partnership with the Walton Family Foundation allows us to lean into the challenge of creating innovative facilities funding solutions for school leaders so they can focus on helping their students thrive.   Reporting directly to the CEO, you will supervise three department leaders and their teams (Originations & Partnerships, Lending, and Compliance) to optimize the performance of our rapidly growing lending program. How You’ll Make an Impact You will provide the strategic direction and vision to help Civic Builders better serve school leaders, expand lending capabilities, and design and steward innovative loan products to make a real difference in students' lives and revitalize communities nationwide. As a highly engaged senior leader, you will direct all business operations, manage staff relations, drive product development, and oversee capital management. You will be seen as a thought leader in the charter schools lending sector, acting as the face of FIF with external stakeholders (nonprofit developers and lenders, intermediary organizations, funders, etc.) and our Board. Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits    - You’ll enjoy a purpose-driven hybrid work environment at our New York, NY office, meeting in person to collaborate with senior leadership. This includes monthly travel if you live out of the NYC area or two days on-site weekly for local team members. Our full staff also meets quarterly for a week in NYC. We are flexible to accommodate the needs of any candidate with the right match of skills and experience. - The budgeted range for this position is $225k - 275k with bonus eligibility. The salary offered will be commensurate with experience and location. Our benefits package includes healthcare insurance (medical, dental, and vision); flexible spending/health savings accounts; generous PTO (holidays, vacation, and sick days); 401k retirement plan (Roth and traditional) with employer match; disability and life insurance; 12 weeks of paid parental/family leave; a commuter benefits program; learning and professional development resources and reimbursement; social and educational team outings; cell phone plan reimbursement and equipment replacement; and a stipend for home office setup. - Civic Builders believes that diversity, in all its forms, enriches society and our organization. When our staff, Board, and partners reflect, value, and embrace the voices and perspectives of those most impacted by what we do, we have a deeper understanding and connection to their needs and more effectively achieve our aspiration of improving lives, revitalizing communities, and helping children receive the education they deserve. Responsibilities   Strategic Leadership and Stakeholder Management - Seek out and develop relationships with capital providers (commercial banks and foundations) while maintaining connections with existing partners. - Develop and shape Civic Builders’ messaging and vision to connect with external stakeholders and develop new partnerships. - Oversee content development, creation, and dissemination to demonstrate our continued impact to partners and key stakeholders. - Serve as an expert advisor to the Board and senior leaders by analyzing complex financial information to assist data-driven decision-making. Product Development - Evaluate the charter school facilities financing landscape to identify current and future market needs and spearhead the development of new lending products to maximize reach and impact. - Respond to concerns or challenges with the current lending offering and implement changes to strengthen the structure of FIF. Business Operations - Work across Originations & Partnerships, Lending, Lending Compliance, and other teams that support FP&S to assess needs and implement ongoing business process and systems improvements that foster efficient, scalable practices and standardize the work. - Establish clear staffing plans to support the full scope of business operations, ensuring staff resources and responsibilities are allocated to provide the most strategic value. - Delegate and manage day-to-day business processes and workflows and ad-hoc strategic projects. - Manage staff performance and provide ongoing training and development opportunities to nurture professional growth and support high productivity. Capital Management - Stay abreast of capital available to 1) drive product improvement, 2) strengthen the financial sustainability of FIF’s operations, and 3) manage risks associated with the FIF portfolio. - Secure and add new sources of capital from banks, foundations, and through grant applications to capitalize the lending business at Civic. - Oversee business operations of the Originations and Partnerships team, including monitoring and growing the pipeline of new business, the intake process for prospective borrowers, and identifying trends. - Oversee business operations of the Lending team, including credit policy, the loan approval process, and improving and refining the product offering. - Oversee the Lending Compliance team to ensure capital is well managed and monitored per all lending and grant agreements, ensure lending business is financially sustainable, and produce appropriate reporting to confirm all. Qualifications   - 15-20 years of facilities lending experience at a CDFI or a similar institution providing financial services to underserved communities; familiar with credit, lending compliance, loan origination, real estate lending structures, cash management, and fund structuring. Experience with charter schools is a plus. - 8+ years of hands-on experience leading a team of 3-8 people, including onboarding, professional development, developing workplace culture, etc. Experience working with distributed teams is a plus. - A proven record of successful business management practices to support financial performance and profitability. - Bachelor’s degree is required, MBA or master’s degree in a related field is preferred. - A strong commitment to Civic’s mission to create paths for affordable access to permanent facilities for high-performing charter schools that deliver excellent education to students in communities where the need is greatest. About Us   Civic Builders was established in 2002 to address the immediate need for charter school facilities support. By assuming development and lending needs such as financing, design, and construction, Civic Builders helps new charter schools open and growing charter schools reach more students. Since completing the first school building opening in 2004, Civic Builders has partnered with the best educators to build or finance inspiring schools in under-resourced neighborhoods nationwide. Civic Builders works with small, independent charter schools, as well as large charter networks. To Apply   We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the "Apply" button on this page or simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “Civic Builders - EVP Financial Products and Services #2023-2777 SA” as the subject of the email.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Senior Vice President, Vice President of Lending and Development, Vice President, Head of Credit.     Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.        

Industry Program Director (remote/hybrid) In this high-profile role as the Industry Program Director at the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), you will lead a team of 7 and shape our research and policy agenda in the industrial sector, leading new initiatives ­including electrifying industrial process heat, decarbonizing construction materials (concrete, cement, steel, aluminum), and decarbonizing chemicals. As the industry program leader, you will inspire your team to deliver high-quality, credible, relevant research relied on by policymakers, business and industry decision makers, consumers, media, and other energy professionals. Your team’s research will form the policy foundation that leads to greater economic prosperity, energy equity, and environmental protection for all people. You will also guide your team on implementing a variety of market transformation strategies and activities. With unprecedented federal investment in energy and climate and growing interest from industrial companies, this position will enable you to make a significant impact; you will be well-supported to advance the goals identified in our Call to Action. ACEEE conducts independent analysis and develops transformative policies to build a vibrant and equitable economy that uses energy more productively, protects the environment, and promotes health, safety, and well-being for all. With industry accounting for more than one-fourth of US greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, its decarbonization is essential for combating climate change. Our key target is to halve domestic energy use and associated GHG emissions by 2050 through industry decarbonization and other energy efficiency solutions. We are looking for a persuasive leader to translate our vision into action. We can only achieve these aims by building on the decarbonization pillars of energy and resource efficiency, electrification, low-carbon fuels, and carbon capture. Industrial decarbonization will reduce costs, boost US competitiveness, and protect and grow the nation’s 20 million industry jobs. How You’ll Make an Impact   - Your work will help shape policy in the energy and industrial sectors on a global scale, accelerating the development of low-carbon technologies, improving energy efficiency, and creating a just transition for employees as economies shift into more sustainable production methods and products. - You will engage with other organizations and lead the development of industry-focused conference programs and stakeholder convenings, which includes ACEEE’s Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Industry, the premier conference on industrial energy efficiency policy and programs. - You and your team will lead projects and advise international, federal, state, and local leaders in identifying the best areas of opportunity and steps to accelerate market transformation. With support from the Senior Director for Research, your team’s work will empower people, establish policy, enhance processes, and enable action toward a sustainable industrial future.   Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits   - We may consider full-time remote work for the right match of skills and experience, but candidates who live near DC may enjoy a hybrid work environment at our DC office. ACEEE will provide dedicated office space to employees who come in three or more days a week and offers hoteling options. - The budgeted salary range for this role is $116K - $165K. - ACEEE offers competitive compensation, based on qualifications and experience, with opportunities for career development. Benefits include ACEEE’s generous health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan; transportation and bike share benefits; three weeks of vacation in the first year and four weeks thereafter.   About Us ACEEE is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion while weaving equity into our research and policy work. In the industrial sector, we are leaders in strategic energy management, smart manufacturing, utility efficiency program best practices, efficient motors, and motor-driven equipment, combined heat and power systems, and supporting research and development for emerging industrial processes. We recently played a leadership role in developing the newly published DOE Industrial Decarbonization Roadmap. And we refocused our efforts on the need to reduce planet-warming emissions five years ago, releasing an overview report and launching a Decarbonize Industry Initiative in 2020.  We will measure the success of our industry program over the next three years by tracking progress in the United States toward the numbers of pilots and demonstrations of low-carbon technology, regional clusters pursuing decarbonization projects, states and cities adopting procurement specifications favoring low-embodied-carbon products, large US companies using strategic energy management and setting science-based targets that use efficiency, engagements with minority-serving institutions, and the increase in the number of individuals trained to be energy managers (including underrepresented minorities).   Responsibilities   - Develop, articulate, and implement a strategic vision and work plan for the ACEEE Industry Program. - Lead and oversee research on industrial energy topics focusing on technologies, policies, and program opportunities to improve energy efficiency and productivity and reduce greenhouse gases, leading to equitable outcomes. - Build and cultivate relationships with companies, trade associations, labor, policymakers, program implementers, community-based organizations, researchers, and other stakeholders on issues relating to industrial energy efficiency, productivity, and greenhouse gas reduction programs and policies; lead technical assistance for these groups. - Represent ACEEE in external discussions on program and policy issues through speaking roles at conferences, roundtable discussions, and legislative and regulatory hearings. - Further ACEEE’s reputation as a credible and authoritative voice on industrial technologies, markets, programs, and policies through outreach, presenting ACEEE research, writing memos, submitting formal comments, and engagement with media. - Supervise Industry Program team members; mentor staff in their research and career development; coach them to achieve program goals in a timely way. - Fundraise in support of the research agenda and work of the Industry Program in close coordination with the director of development and ACEEE executive team. - Oversee large research and outreach projects ensuring project deliverables stay on schedule and within budget; administrate the industry program, including budget and schedule management.   Qualifications   - An advanced degree in a relevant field (Ph.D. a plus); a degree or relevant experience in engineering, sciences, or public policy is preferred. - Ten years of experience working in or with industry in a technical and policymaking capacity preferred, with demonstrated ability to translate research findings into policy action. Experience with manufacturing technologies, energy management, and industrial analysis is strongly preferred. Experience in non-manufacturing industries is a plus. - Superb organization and project management skills, with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups of people. - Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, coaching, fundraising, and relationship management experience, including strong demonstrated success managing key external relationships. - Strong convening and collaboration skills with proven meeting leadership and facilitation abilities. - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with extensive experience in public presentations, testimony, and interaction with the press strongly preferred. - Knowledge of corporate management, finance, and/or industrial project financing is a plus.   To Apply We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences. Simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “ACEEE – Industry Program Director #2022-2741 SA” as the subject of the email.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Energy Efficiency Engineer, Industry Portfolio Director, Director of Energy Management, Corporate Energy Director, Director, Industrial Policy.    Please note: The budgeted salary range for this position is $116K - $165K   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended an evidence-based approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.       

Program Officer, Implementation Science Under the direction of the Program Director, Dissemination and Implementation (D&I), as a Program Officer (D&I) at the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI), you will be responsible for high-level program planning, management, and monitoring of a program portfolio and program activities (e.g., advisory panels, workgroup meetings) in the area of implementation science and related fields. PCORI is the leading funder of patient-centered comparative clinical effectiveness research in the US.   Advancing our research agenda and the National Priorities for Health, your primary focus will be to support program development and provide scientific oversight for funded research awards, development of funding announcements, and evaluation and implementation of program activities to further the strategic direction of the program.   It often takes years for new evidence from clinical research to influence health care. Many times, these findings never reach patients and families who could benefit from the information. The D&I program is the home of PCORI’s initiatives to promote the awareness, uptake, and integration of evidence from PCORI-funded studies into real-world practice. We are committed to improving the quality and relevance of evidence available to help patients, caregivers, clinicians, and others make better-informed health decisions.   How You’ll Make an Impact - You will take a leading role in PCORI’s growing focus on Implementation Science. With a deep understanding of the field and where it’s going, you’ll think creatively to identify areas where we can make progress and contribute to the science in ways that promote PCORI’s goals of improving patient-centered care. - You will assist the Associate Director, Program Director, and PCORI leadership in identifying and implementing strategic objectives to advance the Science of Dissemination, Implementation, and Health Communication. - You will launch a research program and set priorities impacting millions of dollars in research funding. This is an incredible opportunity to move the field forward with innovative thought leadership and the action to make it happen.   Work Environment and Benefits - You’ll enjoy a purpose-driven hybrid work environment collaborating with your team 1-2 days per week in our Washington, DC office, with the option to telework the rest of the week. We may consider full-time remote work for the right match of skills and experience. - We are securely funded and offer an excellent compensation package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; long-term and short-term disability; 401(a) plan; life insurance; and more. - You are joining a team of dedicated, mission-driven professionals who are smart, dedicated, hardworking, friendly, and genuinely interested in helping each other succeed. Your efforts will be appreciated.   Responsibilities   General Program Management - Collaborate with staff from the D&I program and PCORI Science programs, as well as staff in Contracts Management and other departments, in the conduct of program activities. - Work closely with a team of PCORI staff in managing research awards.    Portfolio Management - Identify and manage activities related to developing program-specific PCORI funding announcements (e.g., convening workgroup and advisory panel meetings, working with external organizations including government organizations). - Develop, in collaboration with other PCORI staff, program-specific PCORI funding announcements. Focus areas may include the effectiveness and comparative effectiveness of implementation strategies, effective approaches to dissemination, health communications science, and methods in implementation science. - Advise potential applicants regarding their applications and the application process. - Actively engage in PCORI’s processes for reviewing and awarding applications received through the PCORI funding announcement process. - Advise awardees on the execution of their contracts. - Engage in active portfolio management by monitoring awardees’ attainment of contract milestones and overall study progress. - Collaborate with contract management staff to assess the status of projects. - Evaluate the program’s portfolio to ensure balance and identify needs for modifying strategic funding directions and opportunities.    Organizational Responsibilities and Contributions - Represent PCORI publicly regarding program direction, funding, the application process, and award results.  - Participate in conferences, seminars, and other professional development activities to maintain and enhance expertise and professional status. - Lead, contribute to, and participate in internal groups and teams and cross-cutting initiatives.  - Keep Program Director and team apprised of developments and occurrences in the field that are likely to affect program decision-making, strategies, and/or award decision-making.   Qualifications   - Demonstrated expertise in study design, execution and oversight, and research methods, which may be reflected by prior success in publishing first-authored scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals. - Preference for topical expertise in implementation research that assesses both implementation outcomes (reach, fidelity, adoption) and effectiveness outcomes (healthcare and health impacts). - Familiarity with barriers and facilitators to practice change in healthcare settings. - Specific credentials in Implementation Science are desirable but not required. However, relevant expertise, familiarity with relevant study designs (e.g., hybrid studies, stepped wedge designs, cluster-randomized trials) and standard observational and experimental designs, and a willingness to gain additional expertise are essential. - Doctoral degree and 2+ years of experience in a research discipline relevant to patient-centered outcomes research (e.g., clinical epidemiology, health services research, sociology, psychology, health policy, biostatistics, economics, bioinformatics, data science, education or health education) OR a master’s degree in relevant field (e.g., MPH, MPA, MPP; or MBA) and 7+ years of experience. - Proven track record and leadership in research; extensive experience or scientific leadership in implementation science; extensive experience plus proven leadership in a funding research agency/organization; and/or extensive experience and proven leadership in research program and staff management.   - Ability to handle and manage multiple priorities effectively; must be adept at organizing time efficiently; high tolerance for ambiguity; ability to understand and work effectively with PCORI staff members. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Able to synthesize material and focus quickly on the essence of an issue; to identify major opportunities in a specific area; to see the big picture. - Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills; collegial, energetic, and able to develop productive relationships with colleagues, awardees, consultants, external funders, and others who contribute to program development and management. - Sound judgment and maturity, exemplified by consistent professionalism in dealing with individuals at all levels, both internally and externally. - Ability to make decisions, justify recommendations, and is responsive and clear with funding announcement applicants. - Ability to travel, as required, including for site visits and representing PCORI at external meetings. - Ability to link organizational goals to individual department mission and activities.   Senior Program Officer   In addition to the aforementioned duties, responsibilities, and skill set, candidates with a doctoral degree plus a minimum of ten (10) years of work experience in a research discipline relevant to patient-centered outcomes research and/or extensive experience plus proven leadership in a funding research agency/organization may be considered for a Senior Program Officer role.   About Us   The Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is an independent nonprofit organization authorized by Congress in 2010 and reauthorized in 2019. Its mission is to fund research that will provide patients, their caregivers, and clinicians with the evidence-based information needed to make better-informed healthcare decisions. PCORI seeks input from a broad range of stakeholders to guide its work.   To Apply   We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Simply email your resume to Aileen Hedden at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “PCORI – Program Officer, Implementation Science #2023-2756 SA” in the subject of the email.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Research Investigator, Implementation Scientist, Associate Director.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended an evidence-based approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.      

Research Analyst    Research is the foundation of our work at Excelencia in Education, enabling us to grow into a vital source of information for policymakers and institutions and a change agent to benefit Latinos in higher education and the workforce. As a Research Analyst, reporting to the Director of Research, you will collect and interpret data with a focus on storytelling and visualization through both qualitative and quantitative analysis that furthers Excelencia’s portfolio of policies and programs to accelerate Latino student success in higher education and beyond.   Working alongside our Senior Research Analyst, Senior Manager of Data Systems, Policy Analyst, and Research Fellow, you will dig into the data and research that shapes our policies and informs our practices. You will leverage your technical skills to produce compelling analyses, including visualizations and briefs for institutional leaders, practitioners, and policymakers. Our policy agenda includes research in four critical areas: affordability (ensuring Latino students have equitable access to resources), institutional capacity (addressing inequities that exist for Latino students and the institutions that enroll them), retention and transfer (improving pathways to college completion), and workforce (ensuring institutions prepare Latino students to enter the workforce with a degree and succeed as competitive candidates). Each year, our team works on grant-funded and content-based projects, including analyses of Hispanic-Serving Institutions (including emerging and graduate level), impact analysis of our SEAL certification program, analyses of conditions influencing institutional resilience, and more. Our deliverables span in size and complexity from fact sheets, infographics, and issue briefs to data profile reports and mixed methods analyses. Although it varies from year to year, we typically produce and distribute 3-5 more extensive publications and 3-5 shorter reports.   Work Environment, Salary, and Benefits   - Employees local to our Washington, DC office work a hybrid schedule, collaborating at least twice a week at the office and working from their home office up to three days a week. If you are not local, you will work primarily from your home office with occasional domestic travel for events and staff retreats. - The budgeted salary range for this role is $65-75K annually, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance; paid annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays; time off between Christmas and New Year’s; and a retirement plan with employer contribution. - You will join a high-performing, innovative, collaborative, and supportive team; your colleagues are eager to offer help, figure things out together, celebrate our wins, and reflect on our processes. We strive for a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.   How You’ll Make an Impact     You will play an active role in supporting a process to enable more higher education institutions to accelerate Latino student success more intentionally. Within the first year: - You will collaborate on data collection, analysis, interpretation, and dissemination for one major research project using storytelling to inform institutions and decision makers on how to more intentionally support Latino students. You’ll produce content that informs and compels action and impacts Latino student success. - You will provide team support and feedback for 2-3 major research projects and ensure all smaller internal and external data requests are met promptly in accordance with Excelencia’s style, tone, and vision. You will also provide ongoing data collection and analysis support for events, ensuring presenters have engaging, accurate, and persuasive materials telling our impact and mission story. - Working with our communications team, you will write compelling, data-driven copy for social media, our website, and e-blasts to ensure our research reaches the right audience, inspiring constituents and decision makers to learn more and take action.   Responsibilities   - Summarize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data and explain research findings and their implications for a national audience. - Review and summarize published research. - Write publications for internal and external audiences. - Monitor external research and policy developments. - Collaborate with colleagues on the research team and across the organization, providing feedback and supporting program initiatives. - Serve as a representative for Excelencia with stakeholders. Be an inclusive connector who finds relevant points of affinity within the network and Excelencia.   Qualifications   - Bachelor’s degree with at least 1-3 years of experience with policy and research; graduate education preferred in relevant discipline. - Deep understanding of higher education issues with a focus on underrepresented populations and educational equity. - Demonstrated ability to comprehend, translate, and communicate data in terms of relevance and impact in a range of formats and to a range of audiences. - Excellent analytical research skills and experience in qualitative and quantitative research. Expertise with Excel and familiarity with Tableau and R are preferred. - Demonstrated capability in managing multiple projects simultaneously and under the pressure of deadlines.   About Us   Excelencia in Education accelerates Latino student success in higher education by promoting Latino student achievement, conducting analysis to inform educational policies, and advancing institutional practices while collaborating with those committed and ready to meet the mission. Launched in 2004 in the nation’s capital, Excelencia is building a network of results-oriented educators and policymakers to address the U.S. economy’s need for a highly educated workforce and engaged civic leadership. Excelencia is a growing, fast-paced nonprofit organization with a small and dynamic team deeply committed to its mission. With headquarters in Washington, DC and led by two co-founders, the President and the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Excelencia is now expanding its organizational structure to increase its capacity to meet its mission and accelerate Latino student success in higher education.     To Apply   We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position description; we will consider people from a variety of backgrounds and career experiences.   Use the apply button on this page or simply email your resume to Lilly Khan at resumes@staffingadvisors.com with “Excelencia – Research Analyst #2023-2760 SA” as the subject of the email.   Job responsibilities are similar to the following positions: Research Associate, Policy Fellow, Data Analyst, Education Policy Researcher.   Staffing Advisors is committed to reducing bias in every aspect of the hiring process. We have long recommended a competency-driven approach to hiring. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.