Associate Director, Communications – Diagnostics & Healthcare

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Elevate GeneDx’s presence as a frontrunner in early genetic diagnosis and genomic insights.

• Develop and implement a communications strategy that positions GeneDx as a leader in early diagnosis, rare disease advocacy, and equitable access to genomic medicine.

• Design and execute a thought-leadership program that aligns with diagnostic genomics and healthcare priorities.

• Create op-eds, bylines, keynote speeches, and other strategic content.

• Identify and secure opportunities for speaking engagements, awards, and increased visibility.

• Establish thought-leadership and PR calendars that correspond with company milestones, healthcare news cycles, and policy events.

• Drive media coverage across various channels including news, social media, podcasts, and more.

• Collaborate with medical affairs, clinical leadership, policy, operations, and advocacy teams to gather insights and narratives.

• Prepare executives with briefing materials, talking points, and key narrative elements.

• Work in tandem with communications, branding, and marketing teams to ensure narrative coherence and message consistency.

• Monitor success metrics and adjust strategies to enhance reach and influence.

• Manage vendor workflows, oversee invoicing and budgets, and track media coverage and performance metrics.

• Utilize an AI-driven growth mindset to expand impact and enhance efficiencies while ensuring quality and brand consistency.

⛳️ Requirements

• 5–7+ years of experience in communications, preferably within the healthcare sector.

• A portfolio showcasing excellence in long-form storytelling that is executive/mission-driven.

• Experience in engaging with clinical, policy, or scientific stakeholders.

• Ability to distill complex scientific and healthcare policy information into clear messaging.

• Strong strategic thinking, writing judgment, and presence in executive settings.

• Driven by the impact on patients and advocating for equitable genomic healthcare.

• Proven self-starter with a proactive approach.

• Familiarity with innovative communication strategies across diverse multimedia platforms.

• Experience in building relationships and working effectively with journalists.

• Ability to excel in fast-paced environments and adapt to change.

• Reliable high-speed internet access.

• Proficient in effective communication via phone and video calls.

• Capability to sit for prolonged periods, up to 8 hours a day.

• Ability to occasionally lift up to 10 pounds.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits that align with local market practices and legal standards.

• Fully remote work setup.

• Flexible work hours with adjustments made in collaboration with leadership.

• Home office or an appropriate remote work environment.

• Standard office equipment provided, including a computer, phone, and video conferencing tools.

• Commitment to professional growth and a culture of continuous improvement.

• An inclusive work environment that promotes equal employment opportunities.