The Pew Charitable Trusts is driven by the power of knowledge to solve today’s most challenging
problems. Pew applies a rigorous, analytical approach to improve public policy, inform the public
and stimulate civic life.
We are an independent nonprofit organization – the sole beneficiary of seven individual trusts
established between 1948 and 1979 by two sons and two daughters of Sun Oil Company founder
Joseph N. Pew and his wife, Mary Anderson Pew.
Our work lays the foundation for effective policy solutions by informing and engaging citizens,
linking diverse interests to pursue common cause and insisting on tangible results. Our projects
encourage efficient, responsive governments – at the local, state, national and international levels
– serving the best interests of the people. We partner with a diverse range of donors, public and
private organizations and concerned citizens who share our interest in fact-based solutions and
goal-driven investments to improve society.
With offices in Philadelphia, Washington, DC, Brussels and London and staff in other regions of
the United States as well as Australia, Pew provides an exciting learning environment and the
opportunity to work with highly talented individuals. We are a dynamic, rapidly evolving
organization that values creativity and innovative thinking and fosters strong teamwork with
mutual respect.
Antibiotics and Innovation:
The Antibiotics and Innovation Project (AIP) protects consumers from the risks of drug-resistant
bacterial infections by advancing policies that will bring new antibiotics to market. Through a
national advocacy strategy, it seeks to stimulate pharmaceutical innovation within this therapeutic
area, and works with Congress, federal agencies and national stakeholders to advance such
policies.
Position Overview:
The AIP director will oversee the AIP initiative, including the research, analysis and advocacy
efforts related to project goals. The director also will oversee presentations to agencies,
Congressional staff, media and others. The individual will be involved in strategic planning for
future antibiotics work, potentially including work to ensure appropriate antibiotic use in medical
care, and will oversee that work if it receives board approval and funding. The director also will
be responsible for coordinating the work of AIP with Pew’s Human Health and Industrial Farming
initiative, which works to reduce the use of antibiotics in industrial farm animal production.
The ideal candidate will have significant and substantive work experience on health issues,
preferably with specific experience with antibiotics, and demonstrated knowledge of the policy
process, effective advocacy campaigns and key issues and stakeholders. Familiarity with
prescription drug policy, the Food and Drug Administration and/or the Centers for Medicare and
Medicaid Services preferred. A solid grounding in biomedical, clinical care, clinical trial design
or pharmaceutical innovation would be beneficial. In addition, the candidate should have a track
record in managing staff and programs and in clearly and accurately conveying complex
health/policy information to diverse stakeholders.
The position based in Pew’s Washington, D.C. office, will report to the Director, Drug Safety and
Innovation. It is expected that this position is for an initial term through December 31, 2014, with
the possibility of an extension pending the success of the program, funding sources, and board
decisions on continued support.
Job Requirements
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Direct the Antibiotics and Innovation Project, including supervising current staff and
hiring new staff as appropriate, directing research and campaign activities. Develop
programmatic objectives, workplans and oversee day-to-day operations.
Negotiate project deliverables, timelines and budgets with project staff and potential
partners. Determine the objectives to be met and evaluate the results of the project
against those objectives over time.
Manage relationships with partner organizations, monitor progress, recommend needed
changes and intervene when necessary. Prepare oral and written summaries of the
outcomes of project activities.
Work with the Director, Drug Safety and Innovation and the Senior Director, Drugs and
Medical Devices to set the overall direction of the project.
Work with Pew’s Communications staff to ensure appropriate communications strategies
are developed and implemented.
Work with Pew’s government affairs staff to ensure that lobbying activities are approved
and coordinated.
Respond to public inquiries about the Antibiotics and Innovation Project and represent
Pew at public forums and speaking engagements. Prepare written materials for external
use.
Maintain and continue to develop external relationships with individuals, significant
organizations and professional associations. Participate in conferences, seminars and
other professional development activities to keep current in area.
Contribute to and participate in tasks of the department as assigned. Participate in Pewwide projects as requested.
Requirements:
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A minimum of ten years of experience in health and public policy, with pharmaceutical
policy or science background strongly preferred.
Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of two years of previous direct supervisory experience required including
experience managing performance management process for direct reports and providing
career development advice and counsel.
A history of resolving problems creatively and logically to drive results.
Demonstrated strong analytical and research skills. Asks probing, relevant
questions. Able to synthesize material and to focus quickly on the essence of an issue.
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Excellent written and oral communications skills, including an ability to briefly
summarize issues and recommendations. Clear, effective writing style. Confident in
presenting one’s own ideas and diplomatically persuading others as appropriate.
Strong interpersonal skills; able to develop and manage productive relationships with
consultants, partners and others. Persuades others, internally and externally, to gain
support and commitment of initiatives. Excellent listening skills.
Demonstrated time- and project-management skills. Ability to think strategically and
creatively, juggle multiple priorities, adjust to changing circumstances, organize time,
remain attentive to details and identify resources for projects.
An ability to make decisions after contemplating various courses of action, justify
recommendations, and be responsive, clear and resolute when appropriate.
Ability to fit into the creative, fast-paced, and highly professional corporate culture of
Pew, which emphasizes excellence, collegiality and teamwork. Has a proven track
record of working as a member of a team and individually to meet goals.
Travel:
The position is expected to include occasional overnight travel for meetings and conferences.
Pew is an equal opportunity employer.
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