Program Specialist - Division Portfolio

• →ACS 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.

• Education: Master’s degree in science or engineering required; PhD degree and specialized training in materials or energy research preferred.

• Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and Experience; relevant industry experience preferred

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.

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.