About the Position

The Director is responsible for supporting the mission of FasterCures by serving as a leader in addressing barriers and developing solutions to catalyze the biomedical research system - from basic science to bedside. This position requires an ability to conceptualize and oversee a portfolio of programs and projects consistent with our areas of focus within the organization. The role involves overseeing and supporting FasterCures' portfolio of projects addressing representation in and access to clinical research, as well as other projects related to FasterCures' mission. The role includes representing FasterCures at conferences and meetings and supporting events programming. The Director works with internal staff to bring FasterCures' programs to targeted external audiences and build communities around our areas of focus to move from ideas to implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and advise on FasterCures' efforts to address barriers to medical product innovation and, in particular, representation in clinical research and access to health innovation in US and global markets.
• Serve as FasterCures subject matter expert on representation and access to clinical trials, clinical research infrastructure and innovative approaches to clinical trials in US and global markets.
• Conceptualize projects, identify and engage potential funders and execute projects across all of FasterCures' priority areas, including projects focused on improving the R&D environment and accelerating innovation.
• Work with and expand FasterCures' stakeholder network.
• Develop project-specific work products, including convenings, events, papers, summaries, etc., as required.
• Represent FasterCures at conferences, meetings, and workshops.
• Contribute to overall FasterCures activities - events, programmatic work, etc.
• Manage and contribute to the professional development of direct and indirect reports, with responsibility for staff supervision and development.
• Engage cross-functionally, including with Business Development, Government Affairs, and Communications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

We're looking for a professional who is:

• Flexible and adaptable. Flexible, proactive, and comfortable with pivoting from project to project. Possesses a roll-up-the-sleeves mindset. Comfortable with ambiguity and proposing an approach upfront while constantly refining along the way.
• Excellent analytical, creative, and rigorous thinker and writer: Detail-oriented and flexible problem solver. Can synthesize diverse streams of information and switch comfortably between academic and real-world thinking. Strong writer and communicator with the ability to clearly convey key themes and ideas to a variety of audiences.
• Team player: Collaborate well with multidisciplinary teams, comfortably taking leadership when necessary, as well as following directions.

Experience & Training

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree or above preferred
• 8-15 years of successful experience in the health and medical research-related field that includes research and analysis, project management, and stakeholder engagement
• Experience in the clinical research industry is preferred; including experience in global markets
• Demonstrated ability to conceptualize and execute projects independently
• Ability to lead business development efforts to identify new projects and engage funders
• Deep understanding of the stakeholders in the biomedical research ecosystem, their challenges, and drivers
• Ability to engage and build relationships with external audiences and stakeholders
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple work streams and manage project teams
• Ability to facilitate and coordinate diverse individuals to solve specific problems
• Ability to be flexible and quickly take on new program areas and adapt to the external environment
• Ability to engage external audiences and stakeholders, and skilled at program development and execution
• Comfortable with public speaking, either in small meeting settings or for large audiences
• Availability for overnight travel approximately 3-5 times per year

Working Conditions & Travel Requirements

This position will work in a professional office environment on a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days per week reporting in-person to the Washington, DC office location (Tuesday - Thursday), with the remaining two (2) days working remotely. Please understand, this schedule is subject to change at the Institute's sole discretion.

This person will also be required to travel occasionally to other offices and/or venues to assist with events as needed, requiring occasional work outside of traditional hours. International along with domestic travel is possible. Additionally, this position requires interacting virtually on a regular basis with Milken Institute staff based in other locations in the United States and around the world.

Note

The statements herein are intended to describe the overall nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

We are interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. Please note, we are not sponsoring visas at this time, being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.

Please submit resume and cover letter illustrating how your experience and skills will contribute to the department and any unique qualities you bring to the position. If applying via Indeed, please upload your resume and any supporting documentation as one attachment. Any application that does not include both a resume and cover letter will be rejected. If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact our Human Resources department to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan - 403b (5% match)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Personal, Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
• Fertility Support
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSAs)
• Pet Insurance Discount
• Training & Development:
• LinkedIn Learning - over 15,000 self-guided classes offered
• Annual Mentor Program
• Wellness Resources:
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM app membership