Methods Director, Clinical Practice Guidelines

The Alzheimer’s Association is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic senior guideline methodologist to serve in the role of Methods Director, Clinical Practice Guidelines reporting to Director, Clinical Practice Guidelines (Program Lead). This key role will be responsible for contributing to the Association’s clinical practice guideline strategy by developing systematic reviews, clinical practice guideline recommendations, clinical tools and other materials that support and improve quality care in Alzheimer's and other dementias on a national and international scale. This position will drive the implementation of strategic objectives associated with the organizational Medical Affairs Strategic Plan.This includes supporting scientific conference strategy/dissemination activities to ensure that the guidelines recommendations reach their desired audience. The individual will participate in systematic review and clinical practice guideline development in collaboration with the organizations Medical and Scientific Relations team, Mission Engagement Team, Health Systems Team. Additionally, the Director, Clinical Practice Guidelines will help represent the organization on matters of significance related to the clinical practice guideline program research and will drive national and international guideline initiatives and partnerships.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead systematic review and clinical practice guideline methodological process (convening panels, management of COIs, screening, data extraction, analysis, GRADE assessments, development of GRADE evidence profiles/evidence-to-decision tables) in collaboration with volunteers and contractors
• Lead training of guideline panels and volunteers in PICO format and GRADE methodology to scope systematic reviews and guidelines
• Serve as a leader for panel meetings (with oversight of supervisor and MED/SCI scientific advisor) throughout the guideline development process, including planning for, facilitation of, and summarization/follow up after panel meeting
• Co-lead the development and review of systematic review and guideline manuscripts with supervisor, medical writer and in collaboration with guideline panel and contractors/volunteers
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify opportunities, develop and disseminate guideline products, including clinical tools, as needed
• Participate in collaborative efforts within the ADRD/guideline development evidence ecosystem to keep abreast of new research and methodology to keep Association systematic reviews and guidelines up-to-date and relevant
• Participate meaningfully in Association activities/staff meetings to enhance and promote the integration of guideline program outputs

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Proficiency in systematic review and guideline development software (Covidence, Distiller, GradePro, MAGICapp, RevMan, R, Excel, Word).
• Ability to think ahead and use agile methodologies for project management
• Ability to navigate complex processes and situations and remain effective in the face of shifting priorities and timelines
• Ability to stay connected to the latest technologies and methodologies in guideline development
• Ability to collaborate across internal divisions and external partnering organizations and volunteers.
• Ability to maintain in-depth knowledge of the organization, competitive environment and social implication of organizational activities
• Ability to use and direct methodological experience in conducting guideline development and systematic reviews
• Ability to manage, and provide leadership, and operational direction as appropriate to diverse collaborators

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 7 years of professional experience with the development of systematic reviews, evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, and other types of clinical guidance
• 5 years experience leading/co-leading decision-making during guideline panel meetings
• Minimum of 3-5 publications using the GRADE approach
• Master’s degree in public health, health research methods, or other health sciences is preferred
• Prior experience in a patient advocacy or professional/clinical association is preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working at a computer
• Occasional travel to the Chicago office (1-2x a month, prioritizing when supervisor is in town)
• Occasional travel to scientific/guideline conferences (2-3x a year)

Position Title: Director, Clinical Practice Guidelines

Position Location: US Based Remote

Full time based on 37.5 hours per week minimum

Position Grade: 511 Exempt (Estimated Annual Salary $130,000-$150,000)

Reports To: Director, Guideline Development (Program Lead)

Who We Are:

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our employees are at the core of all we do. Our network of more than 1,900 employees across the United States makes a difference each and every day for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and those at risk for the disease.

We warmly invite qualified applicants to consider this opportunity to make a life-changing impact on the millions living with Alzheimer’s, their caregivers and those that may develop the disease in the future. Read on to learn more about the role, then visit our website www.alz.org/jobs to explore who we are and why we've been recognized as a Best Place to Work for the last twelve years in a row.

At the Alzheimer's Association®, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity - meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia.

 The Alzheimer’s Association commitment remains steadfast in engaging all communities in our full mission. The Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment to the fullest extent required by law, including, but not limited to, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees working 24 hours/week or more are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flex accounts, short and long-term disability, life insurance, long term care insurance, tuition reimbursement, generous Paid Time Off, 12 annual holidays and Paid Family Leave, as well as an annual Cultural & Heritage Day and Volunteer Day of their choosing. They are also eligible for our gold standard 401(k) retirement plan.

Full time employees (37.5 hours/week), will enjoy all of the above plus an annual School Visitation Day and an Elder Care Facility Day of their choosing.