Program Manager, Data Science

Overview

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The American Heart Association has an opportunity for a Program Manager, Data Science . This position can be home-based.

The Program Manager develops and implements program operations encompassing business and scientific functions with accountability for budget planning financial analysis, and operational excellence. Including oversight of mission-critical initiatives including a science-based AI Assessment Lab, National Surveillance Project, and Data Science grant portfolio. Manages program operations including accounting, budgeting, contracts, procurement, and legal compliance. Drives organizational effectiveness through cross-functional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and strategic decision-making that advances organizational objectives and ensures operational excellence.

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Responsibilities

• Develop and implement management frameworks for Data Science Operations, including AI Assessment Lab and National Surveillance Project, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and scientific excellence
• Leads oversight of data science grant portfolio, making recommendations for portfolio management, resource allocation, and performance optimization Establishes and maintains strategic partnerships with key stakeholders across the enterprise to drive data science initiatives and ensure cross-functional integration Directs end-to-end business operations including finance, procurement, vendor relations, and legal partnerships, exercising discretion to ensure achievement of organizational goals while maintaining compliance with American Heart Association standards
• Leads strategic planning for annual budget development and execution, including burn rate analysis, financial modeling, process design, stakeholder training, and authorization of budget modifications aligned with organizational priorities
• Synthesizes complex financial and operational data to develop strategic recommendations and executive-level reporting that informs leadership decision-making
• Architects strategic plans for webinar programs and educational initiatives, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful deployment and stakeholder engagement
• Directs national volunteer nomination database operations and workflow optimization
• Partners with Guidelines & Statements VP to synthesize insights from Association professional members and healthcare stakeholders, translating diverse input into executive-level recommendations for Officer review and approval
• Leads preparation for senior leadership reviews, exercising judgment in prioritizing publication timelines, determining executive attention requirements, and orchestrating cross-functional communications with Scientific Publishing and key stakeholder teams
• Establishes and enforces embargo management protocols, maintaining compliance documentation, ensuring adherence to organizational policies, and directing enterprise-wide communication strategies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least three (3) years of work experience.
• Excellent in oral and written communication. Ability to connect with all levels of Association staff. Ability to connect with technology and non-technology staff.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, multifaceted environment. Excellent at working against deadlines and coordinating with others to produce final product.
• Effective time management and organization skills.
• Excellent in Excel, Smartsheet and use of AI tools to work effectively.

Preferred skills we are looking for:

• Experience supporting business and science operations.
• Experience with developing and managing process (and process change) documentation.

Compensation & Benefits

The expected pay range will be $68,500 to $88,500. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. The Ameri