The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union)

Established in 1920, the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) is committed to creating a healthier world for all, free of tuberculosis and lung disease. The Union is a global membership, technical and scientific organization, led by people who are committed to our vision, mission and values.

For over 100 years, The Union has been made up of the world's leading lung health experts. Our members are individuals and organizations from around the world. We are made up of government and non-government agencies, charities, donors and funders, professional groups, patient groups and civil society organizations. We bring together clinicians, managers, policy makers, front-line workers and implementers, scientists, affected persons and survivors, advocates, and civil society.

The Union strives to end suffering due to tuberculosis and lung diseases by advancing better prevention and care. We seek to achieve this by the generation, dissemination, and implementation of knowledge into policy and practice. We aim to ensure that no-one is left behind, people are treated equally, and we have a focus on vulnerable and marginalized populations and communities.

Job Description & Person Specification

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic leader to lead our technical departments and align the scientific strategy across TB, lung diseases and anti-tobacco research at The Union.

As the Chief Science Officer, you will lead a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and guide the development of cutting-edge scientific solutions to improve outcomes in the fight against lung disease and TB. This role requires deep expertise in respiratory diseases, with particular focus on TB, asthma, COPD, and pneumonia, as well as knowledge of tobacco-related health issues and their role in respiratory diseases. As our work is focused on low-and-middle income countries (LMIC), the expertise should extend to the prevention and control of these health problems in LMICs. The Chief Science Officer will work closely with the Executive Director to develop and deliver on a strategy for The Union that is in line with The Union’s strategic goals and defined by the Board of Directors representing The Unions’ Membership.

The new Chief Science Officer of The Union will be an authentic, self-aware, proactive, passionate and inclusive expert and leader who has a clear understanding and commitment to The Union’s values and mission. Applications are encouraged from senior leaders from a wide variety of backgrounds. For more information on the qualifications, required skills and competences, and how to apply, please download the brochure.

Informal enquiries and questions can be directed to Tiziano Sartor on +31 (0)202 404 370 or by emailing Tiziano.sartor@perrettlaver.com. Applications can be uploaded at https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies/, quoting reference number 7743. The closing date for applications is at 09.00h CET on Friday, 21st of March.

Applications should consist of a cover letter addressing suitability against the person specification and a full curriculum vitae.

Applications will be considered by the Appointment Selection Committee at the end of March. Perrett Laver will conduct preliminary discussions with longlisted candidates in early April, and the Committee will then meet to decide on a shortlist of candidates. These individuals will subsequently be invited for formal interviews in May. Selection of and negotiations with the preferred candidate will take place thereafter.

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