Program Specialist- Division Portfolio

Division and Unit Overview: The Office of Scientific Content Management is dedicated to

supporting ACS committees, divisions, and regional and international scientific

communities in the organization and execution of scientific meetings and events at local,

national, and global levels. By leveraging data analytics, scientific insights from academia,

industry, and governmental agencies, and a commitment to continuous process

improvement, the team excels in evaluating meeting programming, implementing ACS

initiatives, and redefining scientific discourse. This is achieved through innovative formats,

dynamic content delivery, enhanced audience engagement, and global collaboration with

educational institutions, research institutes, scientific societies, industry, governmental

agencies, and non-governmental organizations. The office is a vital part of the American

Chemical Society’s Scientific Advancement Division.

position Summary: Reporting to the Director of the Office of Scientific Content

Management, the Program Specialist is integral to the day-to-day engagement with ACS

Divisions and Committees. This role focuses on implementing ACS initiatives in meeting

programming, evaluating dynamic content delivery, fostering innovative meeting formats,

enhancing audience engagement, and promoting global collaboration. The Program

Specialist will leverage data analytics to support ACS meetings and events through

solution-oriented interactions with internal and external stakeholders. Responsibilities

also include collaborating with other team members within the Office of Scientific Content

Management and the Scientific Advancement Division, as well as interfacing with external

societies, industry, and governmental groups.

Key Responsibilities:

• ACS Future of Meetings Initiatives: Support the development and execution of initiatives

designed to shape the future of ACS meetings.

• Meeting Coordination: Organize and coordinate meetings that foster collaboration and

engagement among ACS Divisions and Committees.

• Programming Support: Provide data-driven insights and scientific input into technical session

programming for ACS meetings and events.

• Project Management: Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, track progress, and manage

programming projects to ensure timely completion.

• Communication Management: Maintain up-to-date contact lists and facilitate constant

communication with ACS Division leadership and program chairs.

• Liaison Duties: Serve as the ACS staff liaison to ACS committees, managing internal and external

communications related to assigned ACS Divisions, including handling requests, inquiries, and

ACS initiatives.

• Session Coordination: Oversee session programming at ACS National Meetings and other

relevant events.

• Grants and Awards Administration: Assist in the administration of grants and awards programs.
• Scientific Publications: Contribute to the writing and revision of scientific publications and

manuscripts.

Qualifications:

• education: Master’s degree in science or engineering required; PhD degree and specialized

training in chemistry or chemical engineering preferred.

• experience: 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and

experience.

Skills:

o Strong organizational skills with the flexibility to handle rapidly changing priorities.

o Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven environment to achieve both shortand long-term goals.

o Excellent oral and written communication skills.

o Technologically savvy, with a willingness to learn and adapt to new software platforms

used by internal and external stakeholders.

o Project management and data analysis experience is highly desirable but not

mandatory.

Work Environment: The successful candidate will join a small, mission-driven team within

a large organization. A self-starter mentality is crucial, with the ability to quickly absorb

information and drive projects forward in a collaborative setting. The role requires

adaptability, flexibility, and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.

This role is based in our Washington, D.C. office. A reasonable rate of compensation for this position is between $70,000-82,000 per year.

ACS currently provides the following benefits for this position: paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, paid holidays, health insurance, flexible spending account or health care savings account, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, and 4-week work from anywhere; each benefit is subject to the terms of the applicable program. Additional benefits may apply based on skills, experience, and location.

Any actual offer of employment, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be made in the sole discretion of ACS. ACS reserves the right to amend or modify its employment benefits and compensation structure at any time.

Enthusiastic – Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented – Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Team Player – Works well as a member of a group
Innovative – Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

Goal Completion – Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Flexibility – Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Self-Starter – Inspired to perform without outside help