Vegan Mainstream, LLC
Research Policy Lead
Vegan Mainstream, LLC, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Position Overview : Washington, D.C., nonprofit working to replace the use of animals in research is seeking a professional with a minimum of five years of federal lobbying experience to promote alternatives to the use of animals in medical research through legislative advocacy and outreach.
About the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Industry:
Nonprofit organization
The Physicians Committee’s Mission and Vision : The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world in which health and compassion are central values in science and medicine.
Location : Washington, D.C.
Position Title/Job Function : Research Policy Lead
Position Objective : Replace the use of animals in medical research through legislative advocacy and outreach.
Essential Functions :
Lead congressional outreach activities to replace animal research with human-based approaches, including through lobbying, communications with congressional members and staff, educational and scientific briefings, and meetings.
Build collaborative relationships with research agencies, congressional staff, academic scientists, and other organizations.
Represent the Physicians Committee to a variety of audiences including staff on Capitol Hill, research agencies, academic scientists, the public, and Physicians Committee membership.
Manage research policy outreach activities (e.g., conferences, briefings, workshops, and symposia) and help the Research and Regulatory Affairs department with logistics and organization.
Conduct research, prepare policy materials, and create and update resources advocating an increase in the use of nonanimal methods in research.
Support Physicians Committee scientists and lobbyists with their programs to replace animal use in research.
Qualifications
Education : Preferred: Bachelor’s degree
Work Experience : Required: A minimum of seven years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of five years’ experience with federal lobbying.
Additional Qualities : Required: Knowledge of federal lobbying processes and activities.
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.
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About the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine
Industry:
Nonprofit organization
The Physicians Committee’s Mission and Vision : The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research. Our vision is to create a healthier world in which health and compassion are central values in science and medicine.
Location : Washington, D.C.
Position Title/Job Function : Research Policy Lead
Position Objective : Replace the use of animals in medical research through legislative advocacy and outreach.
Essential Functions :
Lead congressional outreach activities to replace animal research with human-based approaches, including through lobbying, communications with congressional members and staff, educational and scientific briefings, and meetings.
Build collaborative relationships with research agencies, congressional staff, academic scientists, and other organizations.
Represent the Physicians Committee to a variety of audiences including staff on Capitol Hill, research agencies, academic scientists, the public, and Physicians Committee membership.
Manage research policy outreach activities (e.g., conferences, briefings, workshops, and symposia) and help the Research and Regulatory Affairs department with logistics and organization.
Conduct research, prepare policy materials, and create and update resources advocating an increase in the use of nonanimal methods in research.
Support Physicians Committee scientists and lobbyists with their programs to replace animal use in research.
Qualifications
Education : Preferred: Bachelor’s degree
Work Experience : Required: A minimum of seven years of relevant work experience, including a minimum of five years’ experience with federal lobbying.
Additional Qualities : Required: Knowledge of federal lobbying processes and activities.
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.
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