The SU2C Scientific Program Coordinator is responsible for: operationalizing the selection and oversight of projects within the SU2C-managed research grant portfolio; drafting summaries of science and memoranda for internal use; conducting grants administration tasks for a portion of the SU2C managed portfolio; managing the grants database across the SU2C portfolio; coordinating yearly reviews of grant application, selection and oversight policies and procedures; providing first line response to questions and concerns from investigators, scientific partner organizations, and internal SU2C departments; providing key support to SU2C Science in the oversight of grants and special projects. This position is based in our Los Angeles office but will be required to work East Coast office hours as many of our Science team members are located on the East Coast. Some travel is required. This position will be filled Q1 of 2021.

The Communications Writer reports to the head of Communications and will be responsible for writing and editing content for both external and internal audiences, based on information gathering, as well as collaboration with applicable individuals/departments. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in science and healthcare, with previous experience requiring an understanding of medical and life sciences terminology, and the ability to quickly grasp and translate complex scientific issues to tell a story in simple, straightforward, consumer-facing language.

The Assistant provides administrative and communications support to the SVP, Communications. A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to masterfully arrange a complex executive calendar, book travel, manage expense reports and other administrative tasks, while also providing junior level communications support, as required. The candidate should possess superior organizational/ communication skills, be detail–oriented, computer proficient, resourceful, maintain an impeccable level of professionalism, and have the ability to multi-task. The candidate should also have an interest in communications and basic knowledge of media list development and monitoring, media relations, and event management. This position will be based out of the Stand Up To Cancer office in Los Angeles, CA.