VP International Science - Part Time

Company: American Heart Association
Location: Bryan
Posted on: February 15, 2020

Job Description:

Overview Are you ready to join an organization where you can make an extraordinary impact every day? Imagine all Americans enjoying ideal cardiovascular health free of heart disease and stroke. At the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association, we get to work toward that goal every day. Is it easy? No. Is it worthwhile? Absolutely. This is satisfying and challenging work that makes a real difference in people's lives. We are where you can achieve professional growth with personal fulfillment. We are where you can connect people to making a lifesaving impact. We are where you can partner with individuals, schools, lawmakers, healthcare providers and others to ensure everyone has access to healthier lifestyle choices and proper healthcare. The American Heart Association is where you can make an extraordinary impact. Responsibilities Responsible for guiding development of AHA's global plans and priorities for science programs and initiatives aligned with AHA's mission and goals. Consults with senior leaders, international volunteers, global non-governmental agencies (NGOs), or professional societies to address systemic health issues and healthcare systems or cultures that may benefit from AHA's presence, knowledge, and scientific integrity. Responsible for representing the AHA and participating in international gatherings of professionals, leaders and experts in the field of heart and brain health. Responsible for carrying AHA's mission and message to the global community through public speaking, published articles, or educational leadership. NOTE: Location for this position is flexible. Position is part time, with estimated number of hours at 20 per week. Essential Job Duties Represents the scientific, educational and clinical interests of the AHA at international meetings through participation and collaboration in programming Establishes relationships and partnerships with various international organizations or agencies, both within government and non-governmental, to form alliances and influence improvements and adaptation of key learnings in science and health. Provides oversight of scientific content for international presentations and programs. Authors or edits submissions to key publications or news media to expand awareness of AHA's global impact and focus. Leads the development of global science priorities and initiatives in collaboration with the AHA's Chief Science and Medical Officer, international volunteers, and other senior leadership. Develops and refines AHA's global goals and objectives for extending and advancing its Mission in the areas of advocacy, professionaleducational meetings or conferences, volunteerism, healthcare quality improvement and other related capabilities. Regularly communicates on opportunities, issues, competitive initiatives, market trends and concerns. Provides consistent timely and effective information, direction, standards, planning, and problem resolution Qualifications MD in Cardiology or Cerebrovascular Specialization Fifteen (15) years of clinical experience in Cardiovascular, Cerebrovascular or related medical treatment Eight (8) years of leadership experience in research, collaborative treatment protocols, or other medical community involvement Five (5) years of experience in international medical community either as a clinician, agency leader or researcher Advanced knowledge of public health issues, epidemiology, global health culture, etc. Membership in international association, regular attendance at international conferences or shared global experiences Comfortable in public speaking environment and the ability to present complex medical information as well as lay communication; superb presentation skills Excellent written and oral communication skills at all levels Desire to work in an effective team setting Ability to travel up to 60% internationally At American Heart Association - American Stroke Association, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our workforce and the communities we serve as it relates to heart health and stroke prevention. Be sure to follow us on Twitter to see what it is like to work for the American Heart Association and why so many people enjoy #TheAHALife EOE MinoritiesFemalesProtected VeteransPersons with Disabilities Location US-TX-Dallas Posted Date 1 month ago ( 1:39 PM) Requisition ID 2019-4131 Job Family Group Science and Research Job Category Science & Research Additional Locations US-Anywhere US-Anywhere Location: Bryan,TX

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