Position Overview: Washington, D.C. nonprofit working to replace the use of animals in research and testing is seeking a professional with a doctoral degree and a minimum of ten years of experience to reduce and replace the use of animals in toxicology testing and translational research by integrating human-specific approaches in domestic and international drug and chemical testing policies and practices.
About the Role: Position Title/Job Function: Science Policy Specialist
Position Objective: Reduce and replace the use of animals in toxicology testing and translational research by integrating human-specific approaches in domestic and international drug and chemical testing policies and practices.
Essential Functions: Replace and reduce animal tests in Food and Drug Administration (FDA) policies and other drug and chemical regulatory guidelines and programs. Work with Director of Research Policy and team members to brainstorm and implement strategy. Manage legislative and regulatory action related to efforts to increase funding for the integration of nonanimal approaches and to change regulations, policies, and practices on animal testing. Conduct agency, scientific, and industry outreach to promote our efforts to increase funding for integration of nonanimal approaches and to change regulations, policies, and practices on animal testing. Review and research policies and practices to shed light on agency requirements related to animal testing. Work with stakeholders to understand and overcome barriers to use of replacement methods. Interpret scientific literature and policy documents on animal research and testing and communicate its significance to a variety of audience levels. Plan and execute outreach and educational events, to include online webinars, ancillary meetings, and workshops. Work with the Physicians Committee's Communications team to promote our programs through social, traditional, and trade media and author articles, blogs, and opinion pieces. Build collaborative relationships with other organizations to accomplish objectives. Find opportunities to collaborate on projects and presentations with external organizations. Present and publish literature-quality advisory comments, documents, and papers. Travel to and organize conferences, meetings, and events to build and maintain relationships, share knowledge, implement strategy. Serve as spokesperson to lay and industry press. Qualifications: All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Education: Required: PhD or equivalent degree Work Experience: Required: A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience Additional Qualities: Strong dedication to replacing the use of animals in research and testing Understanding of FDA policies and practices How to Apply: Application Materials: We require a formal cover letter and resume to apply. In your cover letter, please tell us about your interest in our mission, your related experience and accomplishments, and your professional goals.
Application Deadline: Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis.
Application Process: 45-minute remote interview with Director of Research Policy 2-hour sample project 1.5-hour remote interview with Research and Regulatory Affairs Department team 15-minute remote interview with PCRM President Reference checks with 3 recent supervisors Criminal background check For More Information: Contact the Physicians Committee's human resources department at ******** .
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