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American college of radiology (acr) is a progressive membership organization representing nearly 40,000 medical specialists in radiological careAs a member of our team, you will join a world leader in patient-centered care advocacy, policy and clinical research, quality and safetyOur culture encourages innovation, diversity, integrity and leadershipA nonprofit 501(c)(3), acr (the american college of radiology) has over 500 purpose-driven employees in the greater washington, dc and philadelphia region.
If you share our core values of: leadership * integrity * quality * innovation, we want you on our team!
The american college of radiology is at the forefront of the movement to improve healthcare quality, safety and equityThe public affairs specialist will work with our physician and physicist experts, researchers and advocates to craft compelling campaigns that educate, influence and mobilize members, the public and decision makers.
The public affairs specialist will:
Partner with internal and external stakeholders to gather information, insights, and storylines to coordinate proactive campaigns that advance acr strategic goals.
Dive into complex issues, technologies and research, and emerge with compelling materials to clearly explain them to various audiences and counter misinformation impacting radiologic care.
Execute media relations strategy; identify and coordinate press opportunities; respond to media inquiries; staff media monitoring platforms, tracking, and reporting.
Advise acr subject matter experts on media/communications topics - provide guidance, preparation and support for media interviews.
Build relationships with reporters and editors to pitch and place acr stories – and correct mistaken coverage.
Who we’re looking for:
The public affairs specialist will have a sense of humor and:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism or marketing
2-4 years of public affairs/media relations experience – agency or association experience a plus
Ability to think, plan, and execute on multiple projects and flex between strategy and executional work
Familiarity with – and knack for clearly explaining - medical, tech and science topics to many audiences
A history of developing media relationships and placing stories in desired publications
Comfort working remotely in fast-paced environment
Experience with data analysis tools - such as: tableau, marketo, salesforce or data lake a plus.
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Acr offers a rewarding employee experience: innovative culture, professional growth potential, competitive compensation and an exceptional benefits package, including a defined contribution pension plan, 403(b); generous paid time off package; insurance plans with the leading providers; flexible spending; tuition reimbursement; training opportunities; and wellness reimbursement.
To learn more about acr’s rewarding employee experience, culture, and benefits, visit https://www.acr.org/about-acr/work-with-us
Equal opportunity employer/protected veterans/individuals with disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicantHowever, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information41 cfr 60-1.35(c)
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Job type: full-time
Work location: multiple locations
