Position: Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies
Location: Washington, DC
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Department: Regulatory & Scientific Affairs
Reports To: Vice President, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs
Travel: Up to 20% of the time

The Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative (LRI) & Applied Science Strategies provides strategic leadership for our scientific research initiatives and serves as the organization's subject matter expert in applying scientific research to regulatory policy and decision-making.
This executive-level role oversees the Long-Range Research Initiative (LRI), develops research priorities, manages scientific investments, collaborates with global research organizations, and translates scientific findings into actionable regulatory and policy recommendations. The position also works closely with Client member companies, academic institutions, government agencies, and international scientific organizations to advance chemical safety research and science-based policy initiatives.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Manages all facets of the LRI program, including contract management, consultant support, resource allocation, budgeting, tracking expenditures, etc.
• Manages the LRI Topic Committee (e.g., meetings, agenda, topics and discussions with scientists and science managers from member companies, academia and government).
• Oversees the development and implementation of approved/budgeted requests for research and scientific proposals, including a competitive bid process.
• Identifies research priorities, develops research strategies and objectives, selects appropriate methodologies, and collaborates with subject matter experts to translate scientific insights into actionable recommendations.
• Applies scientific data and research to improve methods, approaches, and policies aimed at enhancing scientific understanding and supporting sound regulatory decision-making.
• Presents research strategy and findings to internal and external stakeholders, including member executives and board members.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with senior external scientists, domestic, and international scientific groups.
• Leverages LRI research results to support Client member companies, and Client science policy advocacy, as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required

Masters or Doctoral degree in science or related technical field.
10 years' chemical or related industry or government experience.
Demonstrated experience in project management, including budgeting and resource allocation for scientific programs.
Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation of complex scientific studies relevant to chemical safety and policy.
Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Excellent interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
Experience in drafting or contributing to scientific publications, reports, or policy briefs.
Strong written and verbal communications skills, as well as the ability to give both internal and external presentations.
Ability to cultivate and manage high quality stakeholder relationships in the scientific community, academia and government agencies.
Ability to work independently on a variety of complex matters simultaneously.
Ability to design and implement strategy, direction and action plans.
Proven ability to work in a team environment.
Experience with key scientific and chemical assessment programs and venues.

Preferred

Experience working with international research organizations or on multinational scientific initiatives.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements pertinent to chemical research and safety.
Familiarity with risk assessment methodologies and their application in policy development.
Advanced training or coursework in toxicology, environmental science, public health, or a closely related field.
Experience in science communication, including translating complex scientific concepts for non-technical audiences or policymakers.
Experience developing/evaluating grant proposals, or securing research funding, and managing research projects.

Recruiter Submission Template

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Do you have experience leading large scientific research programs or initiatives? (Yes/No – Please Explain):
Do you have experience developing long-term research strategies and scientific priorities? (Yes/No – Please Explain):
Do you have experience managing scientific program budgets, contracts, consultants, and resource allocation? (Yes/No – Please Explain):
Do you have experience with chemical safety, regulatory science, toxicology, environmental science, or risk assessment? (Yes/No – Please Explain):
Do you have experience interpreting complex scientific studies and applying research findings to regulatory or policy decision-making? (Yes/No):
Do you have experience managing research proposals, competitive bid processes, grants, or research funding? (Yes/No – Please Explain):
Have you authored or contributed to scientific publications, technical reports, white papers, or policy briefs? (Yes/No – Please Provide Examples):
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