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DIA · 1 day ago

Vice President, Global Scientific Research Partnerships

Washington, DC

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

$175K/yr - $200K/yr

15+ years exp

DIA is a global healthcare association focused on enhancing health solutions through collaboration among life science professionals. The Vice President, Global Scientific Research Partnerships will lead the strategy and implementation of scientific research projects and partnerships, engaging with various stakeholders to drive innovation and influence in the healthcare sector.

Pharmaceuticals

Responsibilities

Lead the portfolio of work around Scientific Research Partnerships, fostering collaboration across all DIA regions to deliver harmonized and high-impact strategies

Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive a unified global approach to the development, execution and dissemination of results from the global public private research partnerships, ensuring regional nuance while maintaining global standards

Serve as a thought leader and senior advisor to regional scientific teams, providing strategic guidance on content development, stakeholder engagement, and emerging priorities

Identify, evaluate, and integrate trends in science, regulation, policy, and innovation into DIA’s global portfolio of executive roundtables and research programs

Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Learning, Operations, Sales, and IT to optimize content delivery and user experience across platforms

Represent DIA at key global events, fostering partnerships with regulatory agencies, industry leaders, and scientific communities to inform content direction and expand DIA’s influence

Serve as a senior content advisor on DIA initiatives and projects requiring strategic input and global perspective

Works closely with other Global Science Team members, under the leadership of the Chief Science and Regulatory Officer, as well as the leaders of Global Centers of Excellence, including those focused on content, marketing, operations and training, and Regional General Managers

Participate in the creation of manuscripts, commentaries and other thought leadership writing and presentation opportunities to represent DIA priorities, opinions and stakeholder alignment

Special projects and other responsibilities as assigned

Manage 2 or more direct reports

Qualification

PhD in life sciencesLeadership in scientific strategyClinical development expertiseRegulatory policy knowledgePublic private partnershipsProject management skillsChange leadershipContent management systemsDigital learning platformsCollaborative technologiesInterpersonal communicationOrganizational skills

Required

PhD in life sciences, PharmD, or MD required; industry or nonprofit health PPP experience preferred

Minimum of 15 years of professional experience, with 10+ years in a senior-level role in life sciences, regulatory, or scientific education ecosystem for the VP level position

Previous experience managing internal teams of at least 2 staff members, and multi-stakeholder external teams

Demonstrated leadership in developing and executing scientific or regulatory content strategies on a global scale

Proven ability to work across diverse geographies and cultures, with experience navigating global healthcare and regulatory environments

Extensive publication record and network of relevant contacts in the global medical product development industry

Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to engage senior-level stakeholders and present complex topics with clarity

Strong organizational, project management, and change leadership skills; comfortable leading cross-functional and cross-regional initiatives

Proficiency with content management systems, digital learning platforms, and collaborative technologies