Policy Analyst II (Hybrid)

Policy Analyst II (Hybrid)

Chicago, IL

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional Association of physicians and a non-profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our Mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health.

At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best. Together, we advance meaningful change in health care and the communities we serve.

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We have an opportunity at our corporate offices in Chicago for a Policy Analyst II (Hybrid) on our Marketing & Membership Experience team. This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office.

The Policy Analyst for the Medical Student Section (MSS) is responsible
for the policy-related functions of the MSS and in that capacity (1) guides
Section members through the MSS and AMA policymaking processes, (2) conducts
research and contributes to the development of resources for Section
constituents, and (3) serves as a center of expertise on medical student issues.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Policy-making and Subject Matter Expertise

• Analyzes policy, data and the research literature medical student -related issues.
• Serves as staff resource on medical student issues related to the AMA policymaking process.
• Researches issues of interest to Section members.
• In collaboration with Director, prepares AMA reports, position papers, and correspondence/briefing materials for the Board of Trustees and senior management.
• Contributes content and expertise to Section communications and develops web content as assigned. Supports research and analysis of manuscripts for publication.
• Researches and responds to physician and other internal/external stakeholder inquiries on issues of interest to Section members.
• Provides subject matter expertise to the development of education programming and other resources for Section members.

Governance and Other Section Activities

• Supports Section leaders in policy-related aspects of strategic planning and program development.
• Builds, manages, and sustains professional relationships with Governing Council members and other Section leaders. Supports the work of Section committees and other leadership groups as assigned.
• Contributes to the planning and execution of Section Governing Council meetings, Annual/Interim meetings, and other Section events.
• Completes other tasks and projects for the Medical Student Section and other Sections as assigned.

May include other responsibilities as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in health care administration,
   public policy/administration, health policy, public health, or other relevant
   field required. Master's degree a plus.

2. 1-3 years of experience in health care policy
   development, along with knowledge of medical student constituencies, preferred.

3. Broad-based knowledge of U.S. health policy
   required.

4. Excellent writing, editing, presentation, and
   communication skills, including demonstrated ability to write a diverse range
   of material, develop well thought-out policy positions, and edit material
   prepared by others.

5. Polished interpersonal skills including well-developed
   relationship building with medical students, physicians and staff.

6. Strong organization and prioritization skills.

7. Well-developed project management skills including the
   ability to initiate, manage, and execute multiple policy projects in a
   fast-paced team environment under tight time constraints.

8. Travel and
   extended hours, nights, and weekends as business demands dictate, required.