Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies | Washington, DC

Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies

📍 Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)
🏢 Department: Regulatory & Scientific Affairs
👤 Reports To: Vice President, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Up to 20%
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: None
💰 Compensation: $211,629 – $254,000 Base Salary
💵 Annual Bonus: Performance-Based Merit Increases & Discretionary Bonus

Overview

A leading national scientific and regulatory organization is seeking a Senior Director, Long-Range Research Initiative & Applied Science Strategies to lead its flagship scientific research program while shaping research strategy, applied science, and regulatory decision support across the chemical industry.

This executive leadership role will oversee the organization's Long-Range Research Initiative (LRI), driving scientific investment, research governance, international collaboration, and science-based policy development. The successful candidate will work closely with industry leaders, academic researchers, government agencies, and international scientific organizations to ensure research priorities support sound regulatory decision-making and advance scientific understanding.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished scientific leader who enjoys combining research strategy, stakeholder engagement, science policy, and executive-level influence.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This role offers the opportunity to:

• Lead one of the industry's most influential scientific research initiatives

• Shape future research priorities impacting global chemical safety

• Partner with leading scientists from academia, industry, and government

• Influence regulatory policy using evidence-based science

• Represent the organization within international scientific collaborations

• Present directly to executive leadership, member companies, and Board members

• Lead strategic investments in scientific research with global impact

Key Responsibilities

Scientific Research Leadership

• Lead the organization's Long-Range Research Initiative (LRI)

• Develop long-term scientific research strategies aligned with organizational objectives

• Identify emerging scientific issues and future research priorities

• Translate scientific findings into practical regulatory and policy recommendations

• Ensure research supports evidence-based decision making

Research Program Management

• Manage all aspects of the LRI program, including:

• Budget management

• Resource allocation

• Consultant management

• Contract oversight

• Research funding

• Oversee competitive proposal and grant selection processes

• Direct research project execution from concept through completion

• Ensure projects remain aligned with strategic priorities

Scientific Strategy & Applied Science

• Apply scientific research to improve regulatory methods and policy development

• Interpret complex scientific studies and emerging research

• Develop scientific strategies addressing evolving regulatory challenges

• Collaborate with subject matter experts across multiple disciplines

• Identify opportunities to strengthen scientific understanding across the industry

Stakeholder & International Collaboration

• Lead the LRI Topic Committee, including:

• Scientific agenda development

• Meeting facilitation

• Cross-company collaboration

• Build strong relationships with:

• Industry scientists

• Academic researchers

• Government agencies

• International scientific organizations

• Coordinate research priorities through the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA)

• Foster collaboration on multinational scientific initiatives

Executive Communication & Policy Support

• Present research strategies and findings to:

• Executive Leadership

• Board Members

• Member Companies

• External Scientific Organizations

• Translate complex scientific concepts into actionable recommendations

• Support science policy advocacy using research findings and data analysis

• Serve as a trusted scientific advisor to internal leadership

Required Qualifications

Education

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Science or a related technical discipline

Experience

• 10+ years of experience within:

• Chemical industry

• Government

• Scientific research organizations

• Related technical fields

• Experience managing scientific research programs

• Experience overseeing research budgets, contracts, and consultants

• Experience developing scientific research strategies

• Experience interpreting complex scientific data and studies

• Experience working with international scientific organizations

• Experience supporting multinational scientific initiatives

• Experience with chemical assessment programs and scientific regulatory venues

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in:

• Toxicology

• Environmental Science

• Public Health

• Related scientific disciplines

• Knowledge of chemical regulatory frameworks

• Risk assessment methodology expertise

• Science communication experience

• Experience translating scientific research for policymakers and executive audiences

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• Master's or PhD in a scientific discipline

• 10+ years leading scientific research programs

• Strong chemical industry or government research experience

• Deep expertise interpreting complex scientific research

• Experience influencing science-based regulatory policy

• International scientific collaboration experience

• Outstanding executive presentation and communication skills

• Strong program management, budgeting, and contract oversight experience

• Ability to build relationships across academia, government, industry, and global scientific organizations

Screening Questions

1. Describe a scientific research program you have managed. How did you oversee budgeting, contracts, consultants, and resource allocation while ensuring alignment with strategic objectives?

2. Tell us about your experience collaborating with industry, academia, government agencies, or international scientific organizations. How did you build and maintain those relationships?

3. Describe a time you used complex scientific research or data to influence regulatory policy, advocacy efforts, or executive decision-making. How did you communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders?

Interview Process

1. HR Director Interview

2. Hiring Manager Interview

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation

• Base Salary: $211,629 – $254,000

• Annual Performance Bonus

• Annual Merit Increase Program

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Additional Employee Benefits

Ideal Backgrounds

Strong candidates are likely to come from organizations such as:

• Chemical manufacturers

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Government scientific agencies

• Regulatory science organizations

• Toxicology institutes

• Environmental health organizations

• Scientific research institutes

• Trade associations

• International regulatory organizations

• Public health research organizations

What Success Looks Like

The successful candidate will combine deep scientific expertise with strategic leadership, translating cutting-edge research into meaningful policy, strengthening international scientific collaboration, and ensuring research investments drive measurable improvements in chemical safety, regulatory science, and evidence-based decision-making.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) | Healthcare Finance Leadership | AZ, GA & TX

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

📍 Multiple U.S. Locations | 100% Onsite – Chandler, AZ – Valdosta, GA – El Paso, TX
💰 $140,000 - $180,000 Base Salary + Performance Bonus
🚚 Relocation Assistance Available
🏥 Healthcare Leadership Opportunity
📈 Multiple Openings Available

Lead the Financial Strategy of a Growing Healthcare Organization

An established and rapidly expanding healthcare provider is seeking experienced Chief Financial Officers to join its executive leadership teams across multiple facilities nationwide.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a finance leader who wants to move beyond traditional accounting and become a true strategic partner to the CEO, helping drive operational excellence, financial performance, revenue growth, and long-term organizational success.

As a member of the senior leadership team, you'll play a critical role in shaping both the financial and operational direction of the facility. You'll oversee all aspects of financial management while partnering closely with executive leadership to improve profitability, optimize revenue cycle performance, support growth initiatives, and ensure exceptional fiscal stewardship.

This role is ideal for a hands-on healthcare finance executive who enjoys influencing strategy, leading teams, solving complex challenges, and making a measurable impact on patient care operations.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This is not a back-office finance role.

You'll be a key voice at the executive table, helping guide critical business decisions while overseeing all financial operations of a healthcare facility.

The organization continues to invest heavily in growth, leadership development, and internal advancement, creating outstanding opportunities for ambitious finance leaders seeking long-term career progression.

Highlights include:

• Executive leadership position with direct influence on facility performance

• True partnership with the CEO and operational leadership team

• Oversight of the full financial function, including revenue cycle operations

• Opportunity to drive strategic initiatives and operational improvements

• Leadership responsibility across multiple business functions

• Significant visibility with senior corporate leadership

• Clear pathways for advancement within a large national healthcare network

The Opportunity

As the Facility CFO, you will have overall responsibility for the financial health and performance of the organization while serving as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team.

You will oversee:

• Financial reporting and accounting operations

• Revenue cycle management

• Business office functions

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Strategic financial planning

• Capital planning

• Department productivity and staffing

• Financial compliance and internal controls

• Operational performance analysis

• New service line financial modeling and evaluation

Your ability to translate financial information into actionable business decisions will be critical to the facility's success.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Financial Leadership

• Serve as a key member of the senior leadership team

• Partner closely with the CEO on strategic and operational decision-making

• Provide financial leadership across all departments

• Support long-term growth initiatives and business planning efforts

• Deliver meaningful financial insights that drive performance improvements

Financial Management & Reporting

• Ensure timely and accurate month-end close processes

• Oversee preparation of monthly financial statements

• Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations

• Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and internal controls

• Prepare forecasts, operating reports, certifications, disclosures, and financial analyses

• Support internal and external audit activities

Revenue Cycle Leadership

• Direct and oversee the full revenue cycle operation

• Drive improvements in cash collections and accounts receivable performance

• Monitor AR days, denials, bad debt, and reimbursement trends

• Ensure front-end revenue cycle processes are optimized

• Oversee insurance verification and patient financial responsibility processes

• Partner with operational teams to maximize net revenue performance

Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning

• Lead annual operating budget development

• Drive long-range financial planning and forecasting

• Provide ongoing variance analysis and performance reporting

• Support strategic planning initiatives

• Develop financial models and pro formas for new services and growth opportunities

• Lead capital planning and capital expenditure requests

Operational & Departmental Leadership

• Provide oversight for accounting, patient accounting, health information management, materials management, and other assigned functions

• Ensure departments are appropriately staffed, trained, and supported

• Develop managers through financial education and performance coaching

• Support productivity improvement initiatives

• Drive accountability across functional areas

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with applicable healthcare regulations and reimbursement requirements

• Maintain strong internal controls and approval processes

• Support cost reporting and reimbursement activities

• Monitor purchasing practices and vendor contract compliance

• Ensure proper management of system access and data security controls

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

• Minimum 5 years of healthcare finance leadership experience

• Previous experience as a CFO or senior financial leader within a healthcare environment

• Strong financial analysis and business planning expertise

• Direct experience with:

• Month-end close

• Expense management

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Revenue cycle oversight

• Business office operations

• FTE management

• Experience leading and developing teams

• Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency

• Strong communication and executive presentation skills

Highly Preferred

• Stand-alone inpatient behavioral health experience

• For-profit healthcare experience

• Behavioral health facility experience with inpatient beds

• Experience leading revenue cycle operations within healthcare environments

• Managed care reimbursement expertise

• Healthcare cost reporting experience

• Previous exposure to proprietary healthcare information systems

Preferred Credentials

• Master's Degree (MBA, MHA, or related field)

• CPA designation

Leadership Profile

Successful candidates will bring:

• Executive presence and leadership maturity

• Strong emotional intelligence

• Strategic thinking capabilities

• Excellent business partnership skills

• Ability to influence across all levels of the organization

• High ethical standards and professional integrity

• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills

• Comfort operating in fast-paced healthcare environments

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Base Salary: $140,000 - $180,000

Additional Rewards Include:

• Industry-leading annual performance-based bonus opportunity

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Stock-based incentive opportunities

• Generous paid time off package

• Paid holidays

• Leadership development programs

• Ongoing professional training and education

• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates

• Career advancement opportunities within a large national healthcare network

Why Join?

This is an outstanding opportunity for a healthcare finance leader who wants to play a meaningful role in both financial and operational decision-making while helping shape the future of a growing healthcare organization.

You'll have the opportunity to influence strategy, partner directly with executive leadership, lead talented teams, and drive measurable business results—all while building a long-term career with an organization that is committed to investing in its people and promoting from within.

If you're a healthcare finance executive looking for your next leadership challenge, we'd love to hear from you.