Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies
$212,000–$254,000 year
On-siteWashington, United States or District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Oversee long-range strategic research efforts, evaluate emerging scientific trends, and develop innovative approaches supporting regulatory policy, public health, and scientific advancement. Partner with senior leadership, scientific experts, government bodies, and international organizations to direct research priorities and lead multidisciplinary scientific teams. Translate complex scientific concepts, data, and risk assessments into clear, actionable strategies for executive leadership, policymakers, and non-technical stakeholders. Drive global scientific alignment through multinational research collaborations. This senior leadership role within a leading healthcare organization focuses on advancing high-impact research initiatives and influencing science-based policy on a national and global scale. The position requires a visionary scientific leader with deep technical expertise to shape long-term strategies related to chemical safety and applied research.
Required Qualifications
- Master's or Doctoral degree in a scientific or related technical discipline
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience within the chemical industry, a related scientific field, or government research
- Demonstrated expertise in analyzing and interpreting complex scientific data related to chemical safety, toxicology, environmental health, or regulatory policy
- Experience collaborating with international research organizations or participating in multinational scientific initiatives
- Strong knowledge of major scientific research programs, chemical assessment processes, and regulatory science
- Excellent leadership, strategic planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proven ability to communicate complex scientific findings to diverse audiences, including executive leadership and policymakers
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced education or specialized training in toxicology, environmental science, public health, or a closely related discipline
- Extensive experience working with international scientific organizations and collaborative global research initiatives
- Strong understanding of chemical safety regulations, scientific compliance requirements, and regulatory frameworks
- Experience applying quantitative and qualitative risk assessment methodologies to policy development
- Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary scientific teams and long-range research strategies
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