American Association for Cancer Research · 14 hours ago
Scientific Program Administrator
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) is the largest organization dedicated to advances in cancer research. The Scientific Program Administrator will manage the planning and execution of scientific conferences and workshops, assist in content development, and serve as the liaison between volunteers and AACR team members.
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Responsibilities
Maintain a working knowledge of cancer research and related sciences and keep abreast of the latest developments in the cancer field
Support the Managing Director in the overall management and development of the AACR Conferences and Workshops, working in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Complete special assignments as assigned
Manage aspects of the event data workflow for assigned conferences and workshops, including the electronic submission, review, scheduling, and publication of abstracts and presentations
Work with internal team members to develop and communicate program-specific information to a variety of different scientific audiences
Work collaboratively with internal team members to develop, maintain, and execute project plans
Work collaboratively with internal team members to develop and maintain standard operating procedures for departmental functions
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Advanced scientific degree with expertise in basic, translational, and/or clinical cancer research (PhD, MD, MD/PhD, or equivalent)
At least 3-5 years relevant research experience at the postdoctoral level or beyond
Relevant administrative and/or project management expertise, including managing direct reports, preferably in the non-profit sector
Outstanding organizational skills and ability to simultaneously manage multiple diverse workflows
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with large teams of internal and external stakeholders
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to travel 15% per year
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Preferred
Experience in scientific writing or grant writing
Knowledge of project management principles
Proficiency in database management systems
Company
American Association for Cancer Research
AACR is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, communication, and collaboration.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$0.15MKey Investors
Amazon Web Services
2025-12-02Grant· $0.15M
Leadership Team
Michael Stewart
Chief Financial Officer
Jon Retzlaff
Chief Policy Officer & Vice President, Science Policy and Government Affairs
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