Position Objective:
To oversee PETA's work with major corporations as it relates to animal experimentation
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Independently develop and carry out action plans for PETA's anti-animal testing work with major corporations
• Collaborate with senior management to expand and promote PETA's interactions with international corporations
• Track and analyze progress of departmental communications with corporations in order to ensure that short- and long-term goals are achieved
• Maintain expertise in non-animal test methods and international regulatory requirements
• Make and maintain contacts with major corporations in order to further PETA's work
• Decide on and organize appropriate information to include in meeting agendas
• Lead meetings with companies
• Represent PETA at company meetings and scientific conferences and communicate with scientists regarding relevant issues
• Ensure timely and appropriate follow-up with companies
• Answer correspondence regarding animal testing issues
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
• Master’s degree in toxicology or pharmacology or closely related field
• Two or more years experience working with government, industry, or NGO in related field
• Extensive knowledge of animal testing issues and alternatives to the use of animals in experimentation
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements as they relate to animal testing
• Proven attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Familiarity with, and the ability to apply, scientific terminology
• Ability to conduct in-depth research
• Ability to make sound, independent judgments
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent strategic thinking and analytical skills
• Ability to interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality at all times
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Professional appearance
• Demonstrated support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization
Please apply online:
https://www.appone.com/MainInfoReq.asp?R_ID=1126419