Director, Public Relations – Communications

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Connecticut, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Lead and implement enterprise-level public relations, media relations, thought leadership, and research communications strategies that align with JAX's mission and strategic goals.

• Act as a trusted communications advisor to executive leadership and key stakeholders throughout the organization.

• Create persuasive messaging, media campaigns, press materials, and thought leadership opportunities.

• Cultivate and sustain relationships with media, industry influencers, external partners, and other essential audiences.

• Prepare JAX leaders and researchers for media interviews, speaking engagements, and public appearances.

• Direct a high-performing research communications team and convert complex scientific discoveries into engaging content.

• Establish and oversee communications analytics, reporting, and key performance indicators (KPIs).

• Manage crisis communications planning, preparedness, and response activities, serving as a spokesperson when necessary.

• Supervise external communications agencies and strategic partners.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related discipline.

• Over 10 years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public relations, or media relations.

• More than 6 years of experience leading strategic communications initiatives, preferably in biomedical research, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, or nonprofit sectors.

• Proven success in developing and implementing communications and media relations strategies that yield measurable outcomes.

• Outstanding written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

• Strong capabilities in media relations, stakeholder management, and executive advisory roles.

• Demonstrated ability to translate intricate scientific concepts into impactful narratives.

• Strategic thinker with a proactive, results-driven approach.

• Experience in managing multiple high-impact projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Strong analytical abilities with a background in measuring communications performance and impact.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, well-being, and professional development.