Program Specialist

Position Title: 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 short and 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