LAM Treatment Alliance Fast Tracking Treatment Research

Web Manager

Classification: Half Time/ Permanent
Date Posted: September, 2009

Who We Are / Our Mission and Approach:
The LAM Treatment Alliance (LTA) is a Harvard-Square-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working globally to fast-track Lymphangioleiomyomatosis (LAM) research by aggressively and strategically driving, fostering and funding collaborative, high-impact research and patient partnerships dedicated to finding an effective treatment for LAM in time for patients alive today. We are a case study in a visionary approach to accelerating the pace of disease-focused medical research for greater patient impact. LAM is a multi-system disease, often fatal in the lungs, primarily affecting women in their childbearing years.

Together, with the MIT Media Lab, the LAM Treatment Alliance has created a data ecosystem that can be developed and mined collaboratively by the global patient, researcher and clinician members of the LAM community.

We are now hiring to fill a new position for Web Manager.

Position Description:
Half-time position working for a Harvard Square-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization managing and fostering community on an innovative web site that supports collaboration between and among patients and scientists involved in the search for an effective therapy and disease eradication.

Responsibilities Include:
Updating content, Responding to questions, Participation in / Facilitation of the online community, Project management of site maintenance and its ongoing development.

Requirements:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, web savvy, experience with online social networking, social skills working with sensitive medical issues, biological or health science background, good organizational and time-management skills, highly attentive to detail, reliable; self-motivated with excellent follow-through. Must be able to communicate broadly to different audiences and adhere to strict confidentiality/ non-disclosure.

Desirable But Not Required:
Bilingual to ease interactions with global user population, willingness to travel and to serve as advocate for the Site, knowledge of HTML, comfort making presentations, experience in the medical research arena.

Additional Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, impact-focused start-up environment. This position requires a hard working, results oriented, team player; ability to master a wide spectrum of software applications and learn new technologies as they are introduced into the workflow; excellent interpersonal skills and problem solving abilities; focus on anticipating needs; impeccable attention to detail; excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability and interest in performing other work related duties as assigned; excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to take accurate direction and to work independently under minimal supervision; flexibility and ability to handle frequent changes; open to occasional evening and weekend work hours.

How to Apply:
For consideration, send a resume and a cover letter along with salary requirements to hr@LAMTreatmentAlliance.org, referencing “Web Manager” in subject line. Resumes submitted without a cover letter or salary requirements will not be considered. The LAM Treatment Alliance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a non-smoking work environment. www.LAMTreatmentAlliance.org

Initial salary $25k-$35k, flexible hours, commensurate with relevant experience. Opportunities for expanded hours and responsibilities in near future.

LAM Treatment Alliance

E-mail: info@lamtreatmentalliance.org

Address: 64 Church Street, 2nd floor; Cambridge, MA 02138; USA

Phone: +1 (617) 460-7339

Fax: +1 (617) 864-0614


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