Are you interested in making a world of difference in cancer care?Cancer strikes more than 10 million people worldwide each year. As the leading medical society representing doctors who care for people with cancer, the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is committed to conquering cancer through research, education, and promotion of the highest quality, equitable patient care.

　　Who we are:ASCO is a flexible, high-performance membership organization where employees collaborate to support our mission through evidence, care, and impact. Together with Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation, we foster a culture that prioritizes customer-centricity, emphasizes teamwork, commits to quality, and values inclusion. Our culture, ASCO Works - Our Way of Working, has long enabled workplace flexibility and embraced technology to help us achieve balance.

　　ASCO offers competitive salaries, an excellent benefits package, and opportunities to participate in professional development programs. To learn what its like to work at ASCO, click here.

　　Who we are looking for:

　　ASCO is seeking a high-performing and enthusiastic Program Associate, Professional Development to join our Education, Science and Professional Development Department. The selected candidate will provide programmatic and administrative support to the professional development (PD) programs, meetings, and projects. If you are passionate about supporting professional development initiatives within the oncology field while applying your programmatic and customer service skills, apply today!

　　This position is hybrid with a primary location in Alexandria, VA.

　　Responsibilities

　　Provide program support to various program-related Professional Development Work Group(s), including the development and dissemination of meeting agendas, materials, and minutesProvide administrative support to the Program Manager, Professional Development to execute ASCOs Leadership Development Programs and the Virtual Mentoring Program (VMP) by coordinating the application, review, and selection process, and serve as ASCO staff contact to the participants, providing exemplary customer serviceCoordinate the tasks to execute and expand ASCOs leadership initiatives which includes preparation and distribution of materials, volunteer communication, and evaluationProvide program support to the various mentoring initiatives including serving as the primary point of contact for applicants, mentees, and mentors, providing exemplary customer service, supporting the application, review, and notification processes, and coordinating the mentee and mentor matching processCoordinate and maintain program data for ASCOs Leadership Development Programs and Mentoring Initiatives to inform if programs are meeting ASCOs strategic goalsRequired Education and Experience

　　Bachelors degree or equivalent years of experience.1+ years of programmatic or administrative support experience within a professional environment including customer serviceProficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook) and an openness to embracing and learning new technology.Preferred Education and Experience

　　Previous program support experience in non-profits, diversity/inclusivity programs, education, and/or healthcare.Experience planning and developing work plans and agendas, events, material preparation, engagement, and expensesProficiency with online application management and survey tools, such as SurveyMonkey Apply or Qualtrics, in collecting and reviewing program applications and conducting surveysCompetencies

　　Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive disposition when interacting with customersAbility to efficiently manage multiple projects simultaneously, and accountable to complete routine tasksVery strong time management, multitasking, and organizational skillsAbility to prioritize work and deliver accurate, thorough, and high-quality work productsAbility to work consistently in a collaborative, team-oriented manner, and partners with others to achieve resultsStrong communication skills, including writtenAbility to build effective relationshipsADA/Physical Requirements

　　Fast-paced office environment with extended periods seated or standing at a desk

　　High use of computer and other office technology equipment

　　Travel

　　5-10 days/yr.

　　Generous Benefits Package:

　　Hybrid Work EnvironmentOpen Leave PolicyPaid Family Leave13 Paid Holidays per Calendar YearStaff Appreciation Days401(k): 7.5% Employer ContributionMedical/Dental/VisionEmployee Assistance ProgramFertility and Family FormingHealthcare ConciergeFlexible Spending Account(s)Healthcare Savings AccountDisability and Life InsuranceThe American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

　　At ASCO, our goal is to foster and encourage a diversity of thought, experience, and background in our workplace. Our organizations culture is multi-dimensional, and we encourage our employees to leverage their unique perspectives and ideas.