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American Heart Association Science & Medicine Advisor in Dallas, Texas
Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Science and Medicine Advisor (SMA) in our National Center office located in Dallas, TX (Home Based/Remote is acceptable).
The Science and Medicine Advisor (SMA) provides direction and guidance to the numerous US-based and international practicing physicians, scientists, and allied health professional volunteers who provide their clinical and research expertise to the Association. Through strong interpersonal and leadership skills and the SMA’s broad general knowledge of cardiovascular care and science , the SMA works with the science volunteers to produce the Association’s Scientific Statements, Clinical Practice Guidelines, on-line and face to face educational programs, responses to proposed advocacy and policy stances for the Association , and other activities which involve input from clinical and research experts.
In addition, the SMA serves as the in-house expert and resource to other Association staff who are developing Association programs and projects (e.g., patient programs on atrial fibrillation or women’s health, press releases to the national news media describing new breakthroughs, review of Association website materials, etc.).
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
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Responsibilities
Guide and partner with science volunteers (clinicians, researchers, and scientists) in the creation of American Heart Association scientific statements, advisories, guidelines, conference programming, early career mentoring experiences, and the integration of these into other Association activities and programs.
Provide consultation, guidance, and approval on science aspects to internal Association staff who develop and maintain public and professional programs, patient and lay publications, Association websites, press releases, corporate relations, and marketing materials with health and science implications and other public-facing activities.
Work with teams to help review content for Association professional websites and products.
Synthesize, analyze, and explain (verbally and in written communication) to lay professionals and internal Association staff the current state of science and medicine in their portfolios and the implications these have for the Association.
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Qualifications
RN, MD, NP with a Graduate degree and clinical experience from an academic medical center, hospital or private practice caring for cardiovascular patients; doctoral degree (PhD, DNP, etc.) optional.
Minimum of three (3) years (8 years preferred) of professional adult cardiology clinical experience with additional research experience in cardiovascular or related fields.
Superior writing & communication skills with a publication history in peer-reviewed journals.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with volunteers, staff, and the public as part of a team.
Demonstrated ability to simultaneously manage multiple, complex projects in varying stages of development under time constraints.
Ability to understand, integrate, and summarize scientific literature.
Ability to manage high-level international volunteers with clinical and research backgrounds.
Must be able to travel overnight approx. 25% of the time.
Here are some of the preferred skills we are looking for:
American Heart Association Scientific Council Professional Member.
Experience in volunteer management.
Demonstrated understanding and appreciation for the use of technology and information systems.
Staff position experience in a not-for-profit and/or government sector or an active committee/ Board/ officer member in a professional member society. (preferred.
Compensation & Benefits
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Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. HeartU is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the AHA will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
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Posted Date 3 days ago (3/28/2025 2:39 PM)
Requisition ID 2025-15253
Job Category Science & Research
Position Type Full Time