Research Program Development Specialist (Remote)

The American College of Radiology is a professional association serving over 42,000 members nationwide. Consistent with the ACR's mission to advance the practice of radiology and improve the health outcomes of the populations we serve, the ACR's Center for Research and Innovation (CRI) has been a world leader in radiology clinical research for over 50 years. Over this period, the CRI has conducted clinical research trials and other research projects that have transformed the practice of radiology, informed the development of clinical practice standards, led to new device approvals, and changed healthcare policy.

The CRI is the core radiology resource for NCI multicenter clinical trials involving diagnostic and therapeutic radiology. Through active research committees in neuroradiology, cardiology, oncology, and pediatrics, the CRI has developed and delivered a diverse range of research studies in partnerships with academia and commercial sponsors. Research studies range from prospective clinical trials to retrospective reader studies, novel imaging methods and software, validation of biomarkers, radiomic feature analysis, and AI algorithm development and validation.

Based on these strategic objectives, ACR is seeking a Research Program Development Specialist to liaise with radiology and imaging research committees comprised of volunteer physician members of the ACR.

This proactive, organized individual will be responsible for facilitating the success of research committees by administratively supporting committee chairs and activities, translating project ideas into funded opportunities, fostering committee activities, managing committees' project pipelines for business development activities, and promoting committee marketing initiatives.

Principal duties include:

• Facilitate research committee operations: Manage meeting logistics, agenda development, minute distribution, action item follow-up, and cross-committee communication.
• Assist in identifying funding opportunities and collaborate with the business development team for grant and proposal development.
• Execute marketing strategies: Collect, synthesize, and promote committee activities and projects.
• Support the recruitment/onboarding of committee members (subject matter experts/consultants).
• Participate in the coordination of Research Summits and the Research Advisory Program.

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

• 3+ years of administrative experience supporting clinical research projects/committees/business development required. Radiology/imaging experience preferred. Knowledge of the clinical research lifecycle and related AI concepts is preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in a science, technology, business, marketing, or related field required.
• Excellent attention to detail, strong organization skills, plus the ability to prioritize and multitask are necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams are required.

If you would like to put your experience to great use in a professional team-oriented environment, please apply online. To learn more about ACR's rewarding employee experience, culture, and benefits, visit: https://www.acr.org/jobs

ACR is committed to a total rewards compensation philosophy that includes base salary in addition to our full suite of comprehensive benefits. ACR's goal is to pay competitively and equitably. It is typical for individuals to be hired in the entry to middle of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on each case's circumstances. A reasonable estimate of the annual compensation range for this position is 64-84k.

ACR offers a rewarding employee experience: innovative culture, professional growth potential, competitive compensation, and an exceptional benefits package, including a defined contribution pension plan, 403(b); generous paid time off package; insurance plans with the leading providers; flexible spending; tuition reimbursement; training opportunities; and wellness reimbursement.