[HASTS-jobs] Fwd: Job Posting

[Karen L Gardner]

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From: "Dr. HC Robinson" <hilary_robinson at post.harvard.edu<mailto:hilary_robinson at post.harvard.edu>>
Subject: Job Posting
Date: June 7, 2024 at 9:35:18 AM EDT
To: <kgardner at mit.edu<mailto:kgardner at mit.edu>>
Reply-To: Dr. HC Robinson <hilary_robinson at post.harvard.edu<mailto:hilary_robinson at post.harvard.edu>>

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Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health
Opening for Ethical, Legal, Social Implications (ELSI) Expert



Overview:
ARPA-H (Advanced Research Project Agency for Health) is seeking highly qualified candidates to build out our executive leadership team. ARPA-H is a new agency established with the mission of creating breakthrough solutions to America’s most challenging health-related problems. ARPA-H will support high-uncertainty, high-reward programs to solve hard challenges using programmatic approaches that other agencies cannot or do not use. With a scope spanning the molecular to the societal, ARPA-H programs have the potential to radically improve everyone's health. Our streamlined awards process enables us to act quickly and catalyze cutting-edge biomedical and health research. ARPA-H will create an environment to support the best ideas from Program Managers that will bring together dynamic teams to solve the toughest health challenges. Our rigorous program design, competitive project selection process, and active program management ensure thoughtful and impactful expenditures. ARPA-H Program Managers serve for limited terms to ensure a constant infusion of fresh thinking and new perspectives. More information on ARPA-H can be found here: https://arpa-h.gov/

Description:
The ELSI Expert at ARPA-H will play a crucial role in ensuring that the agency’s research projects and innovations adhere to ethical, legal, and social standards. The incumbent will provide guidance on the implications of new health technologies and research outcomes and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and ethical guidelines.
Key Responsibilities:

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Develop and implement innovative frameworks to assess and address the ethical, legal, and social implications of ARPA-H projects.
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Collaborate with Program Managers and funded research teams to integrate ELSI considerations into the design and conduct of projects.
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Conduct ongoing reviews of projects for ELSI compliance and provide recommendations to mitigate risks.
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Educate and train ARPA-H staff and stakeholders on ELSI issues related to biomedical and health research.
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Convene ARPA-H staff and internal subject matter experts to participate and provide relevant expertise on ELSI matters
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Serve as liaison between ARPA-H and external program-specific ELSI bodies (committees, experts, etc.), ensuring that projects meet all ethical and legal requirements.

Educational Qualifications and Requirements:

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Advanced degree in Bioethics, Law, Social Sciences, Public Health, or a related field.
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Minimum of 5 years of experience in an ELSI role, preferably within a research, academic, or governmental setting.
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Demonstrated knowledge of bioethics, privacy laws, and the regulatory landscape relevant to health research.
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex ethical and legal issues.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of effectively interacting with a variety of stakeholders.
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Proven track record of working in multidisciplinary teams and fostering a collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

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PhD or JD highly preferred.
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Experience in a leadership role in an ethics committee or similar body.
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Publications in relevant fields demonstrating thought leadership in ELSI issues.

Foreign Education:
Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside of the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is equivalent to education received in accredited educational institutions in the United States. We will only accept the completed foreign education evaluation. For more information on foreign education verification, visit the https://www.naces.orgwebsite<https://www.naces.orgwebsite/>. Verification must be received prior to the effective date of the appointment.
Location: This position is located in Washington, DC and easily accessible by Metro and public transportation. This is a telework eligible position.

Travel: Occasional travel may be expected for this position.










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