Our staff thrives on working together to promote and advance the field of radiation oncology to help people living with a diagnosis of cancer. Working toward such a worthwhile goal lends a real sense of purpose and meaning to the jobs we do. In addition, we have a great working environment and a generous benefits package that includes
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Business casual dress.
- Free parking.
- On site fitness center.
- Medical, dental and vision coverage with the majority being company paid.
- 26 days of Paid Time Off annually.
- 401k with immediate company matching contribution up to 4 percent immediately upon date of hire and an additional 6 percent after one year of service.
- Employer paid life insurance.
- Employer paid long- and short-term disability insurance.
- Flexible spending accounts for medical and child care expenses.
As we continue to grow, we are always looking for individuals to join our winning team!
How to Apply
To apply, please e-mail your resume, including job title and salary requirements, to humanresources@astro.org. You may also send your information to ASTRO, Attention: Human Resources, 8280 Willow Oaks Corporate Drive, Suite 500, Fairfax, VA 22031. No phone inquiries please.
Available Positions
Guidelines Analyst
Job Summary
Individual will work on the Society’s quality initiative managing the development of clinical practice guidelines and measures, consensus statements, emerging technology statements and safety and standards white papers. The guidelines analyst will interact with volunteers working on quality initiatives, with NGOs working on quality, and with staff and volunteers from other professional associations. In addition, the guidelines analyst may work on the development and execution of surveys or work with databases and statistical analyses.
Job Qualifications
Candidates must have a 4-year degree in a health-related field (background in psychology, biology or health sciences a plus), MPH, MPA, MHA, MPP or related degree preferred.
A minimum of two years' experience working in a medical/health-related association, academia or for the federal government in a similar role required; association experience working with the development of clinical practice guidelines and measures preferred. Knowledge of research and evidence-based methods and significant experience with literature searching methods and programs (e.g., MedLine, PubMed) required.
Must have excellent writing and analytical skills with experience analyzing data and writing research reports;
excellent follow-through and project management skills with ability to complete multiple tasks independently under tight timelines;
experience planning and implementing formative research tasks and familiarity with data analysis software (e.g., SPSS or SAS);
computer proficiency with MS Office and database management software.
Strong team orientation and ability to interact effectively with management, staff and members.
Lobbyist
Job Summary
This position will be responsible for advocating on behalf of the Society by educating members of Congress, their staffs and federal agency officials about ASTRO/radiation oncology issues. Additional responsibilities will include working with ASTRO grassroots efforts and the ASTRO PAC as well as providing support to our volunteer committees and subcommittees.
Job Qualifications
Individual must have established relationships on Capitol Hill and sound knowledge of the legislative process and Medicare policy. A bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and
a minimum of four years’ experience working for a member of Congress, federal agency or professional/trade association in the government relations area required.
Solid knowledge of the legislative and executive branch operations, activities and personnel as well as training in health care policy and/or a scientific/medical field required. Must have excellent research, written and oral communications, analytical and organizational skills;
ability to work effectively independently as well as be a productive team member;
exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to relate well to all levels of individuals.
