Senior Patient Engagement Specialist (Research Recruitment)

The role

This person develops and implements strategies to enhance patient involvement and support patient-centered research. The role supports flagship clinical research programs and advises on external partner practices with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.

What you will do

• Design and execute patient engagement strategies
• Identify opportunities to enhance patient involvement and influence organizational policies and practices
• Oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient engagement projects
• Build and maintain strong relationships with patient/participant communities, study teams and other stakeholders
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to patient engagement activities
• Prepare reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations
• Contribute to the development and refinement of organizational policies and procedures

Required qualifications

• Relevant experience in patient engagement or adjacent/relevant field
• Relevant experience developing and executing engagement strategies and plans that support business objectives
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge of healthcare systems, patient-centered care, and relevant regulatory requirements
• Ability to translate scientific and study concepts into compelling, accessible storytelling and promotional materials
• Excellent organizational and project management skills

Nice to have

• Experience with research involving genetic screening

Benefits

• 15+ options for medical insurance with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums
• Competitive dental and vision plans
• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employer paid life and disability insurance
• 18 Vacation Days
• 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days
• 2 Personal Days
• summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm)
• summer holiday week over July 4
• Flexible work environment
• regular training courses and events

Before you apply

• Submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing specific qualifications and interest

About the company

The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in 2000 to accelerate meaningful therapeutic advances and a cure for Parkinson’s disease. It is the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research.