Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies

Description

Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies
Full-Time | Hybrid | Scientific Leadership

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
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Heartline Staffing is seeking an accomplished Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies to lead a nationally recognized scientific research program based in Washington, DC. This executive-level opportunity is ideal for an experienced scientific leader who can develop research strategies, oversee multidisciplinary research initiatives, foster global scientific collaboration, and translate complex scientific findings into actionable policy and regulatory recommendations. Up to 20% travel is required. :contentReference[oaicite:0]index=0

Position Overview
This senior leadership role directs a major long-range scientific research initiative while guiding the application of research to regulatory decision-making and public policy. The successful candidate will oversee research strategy, contract management, budgeting, scientific proposal development, stakeholder engagement, and collaboration with domestic and international scientific organizations. The position serves as a trusted scientific advisor to leadership, member organizations, and external stakeholders while ensuring research initiatives align with organizational objectives and emerging scientific priorities. :contentReference[oaicite:1]index=1

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and manage all aspects of a long-range scientific research initiative
• Develop research priorities, objectives, and long-term scientific strategies
• Manage research contracts, consultant relationships, budgets, and resource allocation
• Oversee competitive scientific proposal and bid processes
• Coordinate scientific committees comprised of industry, academic, and government experts
• Apply scientific research and data analysis to support regulatory and policy decision-making
• Present research strategies and findings to executives, board members, and external stakeholders
• Build relationships with domestic and international scientific organizations
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate research into practical recommendations
• Support science policy advocacy through research integration and scientific consultation :contentReference[oaicite:2]index=2

Benefits
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Hybrid Work Environment -We are in office Tuesday - Thursday, remote Monday and Friday. These are required in office days.
• Performance-Based Merit Increases
• Annual Discretionary Bonus Opportunity :contentReference[oaicite:3]index=3

Requirements

• Master's or Doctoral Degree in Science or Related Technical Field REQUIRED
• Minimum 10 Years of Chemical Industry, Related Industry, or Government Experience REQUIRED
• Strong Data Analysis and Interpretation Skills for Complex Scientific Studies Related to Chemical Safety and Policy REQUIRED
• Experience Working with International Research Organizations or Multinational Scientific Initiatives REQUIRED
• Experience with Scientific and Chemical Assessment Programs and Related Scientific Venues REQUIRED
• Experience Managing Scientific Research Programs, Budgets, Contracts, and Consultants REQUIRED
• Strong Scientific Communication and Executive Presentation Skills REQUIRED
• Experience Building Relationships with Government, Industry, Academic, and International Scientific Organizations REQUIRED
• Knowledge of Regulatory Frameworks and Chemical Safety Compliance Preferred
• Familiarity with Risk Assessment Methodologies Preferred
• Advanced Training in Toxicology, Environmental Science, or Public Health Preferred
• Experience Translating Complex Scientific Concepts for Non-Technical Audiences Preferred :contentReference[oaicite:4]index=4

Not ready to apply? Many executive leaders prefer a confidential conversation before formally applying. Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.