Summary
Description
The International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) is seeking a mission-oriented Scientific Affairs Coordinator with exceptional organizational and communication skills to join the Scientific Affairs team. The Scientific Affairs Coordinator will provide administrative and technical support for the IASLC’s Staging Project for Thoracic Cancers and other scientific projects as assigned.
This nonsupervisory, exempt position is based in our downtown Denver office on a hybrid work schedule and reports to the Scientific Program Manager overseeing the IASLC Staging Project. This position is not eligible for sponsorship or relocation assistance.
In this role, you will:
• Support the administrative needs of assigned projects including scheduling calls and arranging meetings, taking detailed minutes, drafting meeting summaries, creating reports, circulating documents, tracking information, record keeping, and any other tasks as assigned.
• Diligently track contracts and legal documents for edits and signatures, including data use agreements (DUAs) related to the Staging Project. Work with IASLC staff, IASLC legal counsel and external stakeholders to revise legal documents when necessary and meticulously maintain digital and paper records.
• Demonstrate a working understanding of the scientific and practical aspects of staging systems for thoracic cancers and show the capacity to strengthen expertise in this area over time in the position to inform project strategy and participate in discussions with IASLC members.
• Manage permissions and licensing requests for scientific material.
• Support coordination of in-person meetings related to scientific projects and committees, including keeping updated lists of meeting attendees, facilitating travel reimbursement, and communicating with the IASLC Conferences team.
• Proactively implement organizational and project management tools and software to increase work efficiency and standardize departmental processes and workflows.
• Work collaboratively within the Scientific Affairs team and with all IASLC departments to provide pertinent information about the status of scientific projects and committees.
• Provide exceptional member service and overall support to IASLC members, partners, and stakeholders.
• Attend and participate in scientific activities at IASLC-sponsored meetings and events, as assigned.
A successful candidate will have the following qualifications:
• A strong commitment to the mission of IASLC and compassion for those living with a lung cancer diagnosis.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a scientific, public health, healthcare or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience in a similar role or healthcare administration role.
• Demonstrated proficiency in prioritizing, organization, time management, and project management with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Office 365, Adobe Acrobat, virtual meeting platforms, and project management software with the ability to learn additional software quickly and effectively.
• Ability to be flexible in work hours when required.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally, as needed, in support of business needs.
• Strong multicultural awareness and sensitivity with ability to build cross-cultural consensus.
• Multilingual literacy/fluency and/or international experience a plus.
What makes the IASLC the place for you?
• A meaningful mission. Your work will support global efforts to find effective treatments for lung cancer, one of the most prevalent and deadly forms of cancer worldwide.
• Opportunity to work with leading physicians and researchers. You will meet and promote the activities of the world’s brightest minds in the field of thoracic oncology and exciting new scientific advancements.
• A positive work culture. Our people make the IASLC a special place to work. We are committed to living out our company values at all levels on a daily basis.
• Belong to a collaborative team. Our small team creates a lot of magic through our collaborative approach to work. Your work will provide many opportunities to work cross-functionally across the organization.
• Great employee benefits. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance benefits. We also offer a generous 401(k) match, paid vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and other perks. In addition, some positions will have opportunities to travel domestically and internationally.
• Compensation. $55.000-65,000 annually, depending on applicable work experience and education.
• Hybrid work schedule. Employees are based in our Denver office and are allowed to work remotely 2-3 days per week.
We believe the best solutions come from diverse teams. We strive to have an environment where everyone has an opportunity to be successful regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other lawfully protected status.
TO APPLY:
Applications must be submitted via our website, www.iaslc.org at IASLC Careers.
Cover letter and resume or CV are required for consideration.
