VP, Government Affairs

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November 4

☕ Washington – Remote

Although this job is listed in Washington, this company may be open to hiring remote in other states.

💵 $260k - $280k / year

⏰ Full Time

🔴 Lead

👔 Vice President

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GeneDx

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At GeneDx, we believe that everyone deserves personalized, targeted medical care—and that it all begins with a genetic diagnosis. Fueled by one of the world’s largest rare disease data sets, our industry-leading exome and genome tests translate complex genomic data into clinical answers that unlock personalized health plans, accelerate drug discovery, and improve health system efficiencies. It all starts with a single test.

1001 - 5000 employees

📋 Description

• Develop and lead the company’s federal government relations and public policy strategy that aligns with the business goals • Monitor, analyze and influence federal legislation and regulatory developments affecting genetic testing, precision medicine, access, reimbursement, privacy, and data use. • Represent the company in Washington, D.C., including participation in coalitions, trade associations, and public hearings. • Build and maintain strong bipartisan relationships with key policymakers and staff, as well as key external stakeholders • Collaborate with market access, legal, compliance, clinical, commercial and other internal teams to assess policy risks and opportunities. • Advise executive leadership on political, legislative and regulatory trends and their business implications. • Lead the development of policy positions, comment letters, white papers, and testimony.

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MA, MS, JD, PhD, MBA, or related field) preferred • 15+ years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or regulatory strategy, preferably in healthcare, life sciences, or diagnostics. • Deep understanding of the U.S. legislative and regulatory process at both federal and state levels. • Proven track record of successful advocacy and relationship-building with policymakers. • Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills. • Experience managing external consultants and internal cross-functional teams. • Advanced degree in public policy, law, public health, or related field preferred. • Familiarity with genetic testing, laboratory operations, or precision medicine policy. • Experience working in or with Capitol Hill, federal agencies, and familiarity with state legislative work. • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven, and highly regulated environment. • Based in Washington DC (required)

🏖️ Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance • 401k Retirement Savings Plan • Paid Time Off (PTO) • Employee Discounts • Voluntary benefits