Federal Affairs Lead Job at Archer Aviation (Washington)

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Head of Federal Government Affairs

The Head of Federal Government Affairs, will be responsible for advancing Abridg...

Location

United States , Washington, DC

Salary:

215000.00 - 263000.00 USD / Year

Abridge

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of experience in federal government affairs, ideally in healthcare, digital health, or technology policy
Strong working knowledge of federal policymaking processes, including legislative and regulatory pathways
Experience representing an organization at external policy events or public forums
Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex technical concepts (AI/ML, regulatory frameworks, clinical workflows) into accessible policy narratives
Demonstrated experience working with or managing external lobbyists
Proven ability to build relationships and credibility with policymakers, staff, and coalition partners
Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally in a fast-moving, high-growth environment
Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise business judgement
interest in joining a small team that prioritizes autonomy and trust
Must reside in the Washington, DC metropolitan area

Job Responsibility

Serve as Abridge’s primary on-the-ground federal affairs lead in Washington, DC
Develop clear policy positions, advocacy strategies, and response plans for priority federal proposals
Manage and coordinate external lobbyists and policy consultants to advance legislative and regulatory objectives
Ensure compliance with lobbying disclosure requirements
Build and maintain relationships with Congressional offices, Federal agencies, and senior agency staff
Monitor, analyze, and brief leadership on relevant Federal legislation, regulatory activity, and emerging trends in healthcare and AI policy
Identify, build, and participate in coalitions with aligned companies, associations, providers, and advocacy organizations
Prepare leadership for DC engagements, including background memos and stakeholder maps
Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure policy strategy aligns with product roadmap, regulatory posture, and go-to-market priorities

What we offer

Offers Equity
Generous Time Off: 14 paid holidays, flexible PTO for salaried employees, and accrued time off for hourly employees
Comprehensive Health Plans: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for all full-time employees and their families
Generous HSA Contribution: If you choose a High Deductible Health Plan, Abridge makes monthly contributions to your HSA
Paid Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave for all full-time employees
Family Forming Benefits: Resources and financial support to help you build your family
401(k) Matching: Contribution matching to help invest in your future
Personal Device Allowance: Tax free funds for personal device usage
Pre-tax Benefits: Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Commuter Benefits
Lifestyle Wallet: Monthly contributions for fitness, professional development, coworking, and more

Fulltime

US Executive Branch Lead, Global Affairs

OpenAI’s mission is to ensure that artificial general intelligence benefits all ...

Location

United States , Washington, DC

Salary:

171000.00 - 280000.00 USD / Year

OpenAI

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Demonstrated experience (8+ years) and credibility in working with the U.S. federal government, particularly the executive branch and federal agencies
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the U.S. government, institutions, and processes, and the key policy issues and debates related to AI
Extensive experience in technology policy
Experience with the administrative process, including but not limited to responding to agency requests for information
Track record of effectively working with cross-functional teams, especially communications, policy and legal teams, and aligning a diverse range of internal and external partners
Sound judgment and outstanding personal integrity
Ability to execute in fast and flexible environments through rapid cycles of analysis, decision, and action
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex technical and policy concepts to diverse audiences
Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and project management skills
Genuine care and knowledge about the impact of technology on society

Job Responsibility

Assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive federal government engagement strategy focused on artificial intelligence policy and regulation
Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers within the White House, the Executive Office of the President, and federal agencies
Represent OpenAI in meetings with administration officials, policymakers, and other stakeholders on behalf of OpenAI
Track and analyze federal executive actions and regulatory developments impacting AI
Collaborate with internal teams, including legal, technical teams, research, and communications, to prepare policy briefs, position papers, and responses to government inquiries on AI-related issues
Engage with industry associations, think tanks, and advocacy groups to build coalitions and advance OpenAI’s policy objectives

What we offer

Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible

Fulltime

Director, Policy and PR

This role will help shape the future of how our country legislates and adjudicat...

Location

United States , Washington, D.C.

Salary:

200000.00 - 275000.00 USD / Year

Atticus

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in federal policy, government affairs, public relations, legal practice or related fields, with demonstrated success shaping outcomes in complex environments
Established relationships in D.C. that can open the right doors to progress our policy agenda
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex technical or policy topics for diverse audiences
A proactive, collaborative mindset and strong judgment in high-stakes settings
Washington, D.C. area presence

Job Responsibility

Develop and deliver on Atticus’s policy agenda, with a near-term focus on Social Security Administration engagement and a long-term focus on enabling Atticus to serve clients in every state and for every contingency fee area of law
Establish and maintain key relationships across the executive branch — especially within SSA, HHS, and related offices — as well as with congressional offices, nonprofit organizations, state legislatures, and state bar associations
Serve as the primary Atticus representative in policy discussions, legislative hearings, and coalition efforts
Drive proactive engagement that positions Atticus as a thought leader
Lead analysis of federal policy trends, regulatory actions, and legislative developments that impact Atticus’s clients, partners, and competitive positioning
Develop and deliver a communications strategy that raises Atticus’s profile with policymakers, business partners, and clients
Build a communications function within the company that collaborates with other key stakeholders (e.g. marketing) to create the right kinds of public-facing content, in service of the broader comms strategy
Bring in the right external expertise / partners and manage them effectively
Represent Atticus in thought-leadership settings and support Atticus executives with public comments
Partner closely with Product, Legal, Client Experience, and other internal teams to align policy objectives with product roadmaps and go-to-market strategies

What we offer

Medical and dental insurance with 100% of employee premiums covered
15 vacation days & ~20 paid holidays each year (including two weeks at the end-of-year)
Free membership to OneMedical
$600/year internet stipend
$1,000 reimbursable stipend for education and training outside of work
Up to $1,200/year student loan repayment assistance
401(k) and optional HSA/FSA
Humble, thoughtful, smart, fun colleagues
Equity

Fulltime

System Director, Accreditation & Regulatory Affairs

Kirby Bates Associates has been exclusively retained by Duke University Health S...

Location

United States , Durham

Salary:

Not provided

Kirby Bates Associates

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree in a health-related field required
Minimum of five years of experience in healthcare accreditation and regulatory affairs, including demonstrated success in leading compliance programs and accreditation activities
Experience in a complex academic health system strongly preferred
Preferred certifications: CPHQ, HACP, CPPS, or other relevant credentials
Expert knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards

Job Responsibility

Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for accreditation, regulatory compliance, and policy management across all DUHS hospitals and ambulatory sites
Serve as the organization’s subject matter expert for The Joint Commission, CMS, state and federal investigative agencies, and all regulatory bodies
Ensure that Duke maintains continuous readiness and a proactive, collaborative approach to compliance, safety, and quality
Report to senior system leadership and lead a centralized team responsible for driving alignment, consistency, and enterprise-wide regulatory preparedness
Shape systemwide accreditation and regulatory strategy
Serve as the primary system liaison to external agencies including The Joint Commission, CMS, NCDHHS, and federal oversight bodies
Lead continuous readiness efforts across DUHS’s hospitals and ambulatory practices
Build and refine an enterprise accreditation and regulatory framework
Partner with senior executives and clinical leaders
Influence organizational culture, promoting transparency, safety, quality, and system-wide effectiveness

Health Policy & Reimbursement Executive Director

In this vital role the Health Policy & Reimbursement Executive Director will lea...

Location

United States , Washington D.C.

Salary:

281425.00 - 325550.00 USD / Year

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Doctorate degree & 6 years of health policy or reimbursement experience
Master’s degree & 10 years of health policy or reimbursement experience
Bachelor’s degree & 12 years of health policy or reimbursement experience
6 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Job Responsibility

Lead development and implementation of reimbursement strategies for federal (US) payer issues across multiple therapeutic areas and the company’s biosimilar portfolio
Work cross-functionally to help identify and resolve barriers to entry for pipeline products/ therapies and provide broad reimbursement-related advice for inline products, including mitigation strategies in response to proposals that would negatively affect access of Amgen therapies for patients
Manage broader health policy efforts including reviewing and analyzing complex policy proposals including regulatory proposals and legislative text, and promptly and concisely communicating impact of these proposals to key internal audiences (government affairs, commercial, regulatory, clinical, and senior executives)
Collaborate with government affairs staff to ensure alignment of strategy, talking points and messaging to constituents (elected officials/leaders, agencies, third parties, etc.)
Play a key role in health policy engagement with major trade associations on corporate policy priorities which include Amgen specific priorities as well as industry-wide priorities including, but not limited to, Federal drug pricing policy
Conduct research and integrate clinical, market and payer data to inform engagement on reimbursement objectives
Regularly update via written and oral communications to senior executives and other key partners on various reimbursement and US health policy topics

What we offer

Comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

Fulltime

Director of Advocacy Engagement

AHLA is seeking a full-time Director of Advocacy Engagement to lead the recruitm...

Location

United States , Washington

Salary:

110000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Year

American Hotel & Lodging Association

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Communications, or related area or equivalent work experience
5-10 years of experience in government or advocacy
or a combination of education and experience
Knowledge of the legislative process at the federal, state, and local levels
Experienced computer and software knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Demonstrated ability to work in diverse political climates with legislators, regulators, governors, attorneys general and municipal officials and staff
Excellent project management skills with great attention to detail and strong work ethic
Excellent oral and written communication skills
ability to write and edit clear, engaging, and grammatically correct content
willingness to be coached

Job Responsibility

Develops and implements a strategic plan around the recruitment, mobilization, and retention of grassroots advocates across various political districts in support of the lodging industry
Maintains regular communication with grassroots supporters and grasstops advocates to keep them engaged and active throughout the year, including alerts, newsletters, email updates, virtual and in-person meetings, social media messaging, etc
Activates and engages grassroots supporters in both online and offline tactics, as appropriate, to impact public policy campaigns
Writes and launches action alerts to mobilize volunteers to send communications to lawmakers, regulators and industry leaders
Works closely with government affairs and communications staff to develop such communications materials for grassroots supporters that will most effectively lead to engagement by such advocates with policymakers on behalf of the lodging industry
Identifies opportunities for the recruitment of grasstops advocates with outsized potential influence toward policy outcomes
Works with the federal and state and local government affairs divisions to execute hotel tours (“Heart of House”) for elected officials in key districts and municipalities
Plays a leading role in the planning and execution of federal, state and local fly-ins in order to leverage member and state hotel association engagement
Plans and implements training for supporters and staff as needed to educate on legislative priorities and how they can make an impact through advocacy
Regularly evaluates growth of the grassroots and grasstops programs through various metrics, including but not limited to tracking performance of communications and analyzing network trends through web-based action and reporting systems

What we offer

AHLA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Fulltime

Director, Clinical Affairs

In this role, you will lead the development and execution of clinical strategies...

Location

United States , Skaneateles Falls

Salary:

208000.00 - 286000.00 USD / Year

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum: BA/BS in scientific discipline with minimum of 10+ years clinical operations experience (pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry
medical device preferred)
Expertise in ICH/GCP, ISO 14155, US Federal Food and Drug Administration and European Regulatory Authority requirements, as applicable to a study (or the requirements within countries in which a study is conducted)
Well-established knowledge in overall product development process from Phase 1 through Phase 4 for medical device trials, including software validation as required
Possesses expert knowledge of research objectives, protocol design, and data collection standards
Experience reviewing monitoring reports. High experience/proficiency with clinical operations systems including EDC, CTMS, and eTMF
Able to monitor performance of team in maintaining system updates to allow for senior management reports
Applies current applications/systems to compile information for presentation or distribution
Identifies new uses of current systems or use of new applications to enhance the management capabilities of projects
Expertise in clinical aspects of regulatory submission procedures, e.g. NDA, CTD, IDE

Job Responsibility

Lead the development and execution of clinical strategies and clinical research programs that enable Baxter’s product innovation and market adoption
Drive clinical planning, study execution, regulatory compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration while overseeing CROs, study sites, budgets, and timelines
Provide leadership to the clinical affairs team, ensuring high‑quality study operations, safety oversight, and successful delivery of clinical evidence supporting Baxter’s global portfolio
Clinical Strategy Development: Gather business priorities for both pre-market (approval) and post market (evidence) needs for clinical research
Engage collaboratively with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Reimbursement, and R&D resources as required as inputs for priority needs and to advise the execution strategy
Develop strategy and make recommendations for approaches to meet goals for technology feasibility, product validation, claims substantiation or content supporting market adoption
Conduct Clinical Research: Responsible for the identification and management of necessary resources to successfully initiate and complete clinical trials
Lead Clinical Study Execution team(s) to develop clinical strategies (and project plan) to efficiently manage the project(s) and maintain regulatory compliance
Clinical Plan - Partner with the Medical Monitor, Regulatory Affairs and Commercial to prepare a clinical plan for each project. This includes preparing timelines and budgets for the clinical program
Clinical Trial Protocols - Facilitate preparation of protocols including study design, case report forms, study procedures

What we offer

Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fulltime

Director, Clinical Affairs

In this role, you will lead the development and execution of clinical strategies...

Location

United States , Skaneateles Falls

Salary:

208000.00 - 286000.00 USD / Year

Baxter

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BA/BS in scientific discipline with minimum of 10+ years clinical operations experience (pharmaceutical, biotechnology or medical device industry
medical device preferred)
Expertise in ICH/GCP, ISO 14155, US Federal Food and Drug Administration and European Regulatory Authority requirements, as applicable to a study (or the requirements within countries in which a study is conducted)
Well-established knowledge in overall product development process from Phase 1 through Phase 4 for medical device trials, including software validation as required
Possesses expert knowledge of research objectives, protocol design, and data collection standards
Experience reviewing monitoring reports. High experience/proficiency with clinical operations systems including EDC, CTMS, and eTMF
Expertise in clinical aspects of regulatory submission procedures, e.g. NDA, CTD, IDE
Expertise in project management practices
Ability to provide positive direction to team as well as identify problems/issues and work towards resolution
Exceptional organizational and team leadership skills

Job Responsibility

Lead the development and execution of clinical strategies and clinical research programs that enable Baxter’s product innovation and market adoption
Drive clinical planning, study execution, regulatory compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration while overseeing CROs, study sites, budgets, and timelines
Provide leadership to the clinical affairs team, ensuring high‑quality study operations, safety oversight, and successful delivery of clinical evidence supporting Baxter’s global portfolio
Clinical Strategy Development: Gather business priorities for both pre-market (approval) and post market (evidence) needs for clinical research
Engage collaboratively with Medical Affairs, Marketing, Reimbursement, and R&D resources as required as inputs for priority needs and to advise the execution strategy
Develop strategy and make recommendations for approaches to meet goals for technology feasibility, product validation, claims substantiation or content supporting market adoption
Conduct Clinical Research: Responsible for the identification and management of necessary resources to successfully initiate and complete clinical trials
Lead Clinical Study Execution team(s) to develop clinical strategies (and project plan) to efficiently manage the project(s) and maintain regulatory compliance
Clinical Plan - Partner with the Medical Monitor, Regulatory Affairs and Commercial to prepare a clinical plan for each project. This includes preparing timelines and budgets for the clinical program
Clinical Trial Protocols - Facilitate preparation of protocols including study design, case report forms, study procedures. Develop and complete enrollment feasibility evaluations based on protocol synopsis. Draft informed consents based on study and regulatory requirements

What we offer

Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Time-off benefits such as paid holidays, paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service, family and medical leaves of absence, and paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Fulltime

Federal Affairs Lead

Archer Aviation

Location:
United States , Washington

Category:
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Contract Type:
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Salary:

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