Overview

Organizational Profile:

The American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), with more than 54,000 members residing in 130 countries and territories, is the first and largest organization in the world dedicated to advances in all areas of high-quality, innovative cancer research. Its mission is to prevent and cure all cancers. The programs and activities of the AACR foster the exchange of new knowledge among scientists and physicians in the cancer field as well as in related biomedical sciences. AACR publishes ten peer-reviewed scientific journals and an award-winning magazine for cancer patients and their loved ones; convenes topical scientific conferences and an annual meeting that draws more than 19,500 participants; offers educational workshops that train young investigators in a variety of scientific and clinical areas; funds fellowships, career development awards, and research grants for both senior and junior investigators; raises public awareness of the progress in and reasons for hope in the biology, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer; engages actively in advocacy for increased federal research funding and other national policies that accelerate progress against cancer; and interacts with regulatory agencies to support regulatory science and policy.

Job Summary:

This position supports the development, implementation, maintenance, and evaluation of various programs, awards, and activities organized by AACR-Minorities in Cancer Research (MICR) and AACR-Women in Cancer Research (WICR), and assists with communications, marketing, engagement, services, and membership management for both association groups.

Responsibilities

• Supports initiatives of the AACR-Minorities in Cancer Research Council and AACR-Women in Cancer Research Council.
• Works closely with the Senior Manager, Director, and leadership of the Councils to manage and evaluate programs and services relative to each group’s mission.
• Assists with administering award and prize programs, including marketing via various mediums such as print (direct, posters, brochures, etc.), phone, online/digital (email, social media, website); application submission and selection process; program evaluation, and management of alumni groups.
• Supports and develops content for relevant web pages on the AACR website, electronic newsletters, and other internal and external public relations and marketing communications.
• Schedules virtual and in-person meetings and conference calls, develops agendas in consultation with leadership, produces meeting materials, creates PowerPoint presentations, and drafts meeting minutes.
• Interacts and works cross functionally with various other departments within the AACR to promote and ensure the representation and inclusion of minority and women investigators in cancer research.
• Attends AACR and industry conferences to market programs, recruit students and faculty, and promote AACR membership, awards, and other opportunities, often working extended hours.
• Produces reports, track trends, and collects data relevant to constituency groups.
• Maintains accurate files and archival records.
• Performs other essential tasks and duties required of the position in order to support the Senior Manager and Director as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3-5 years of related experience, preferably in a non-profit environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate in an enthusiastic and passionate manner
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to details in the performance of tasks and functions.
• Ability to meet frequent deadlines, manage and follow-through on multiple tasks, and work well under pressure.
• Proficient in MS Office products with a strong knowledge of Excel or other database programs.

How To Apply:

Please submit your cover letter and resume (including salary expectations).

Equal Opportunity Employer