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Company

The Jackson Laboratory · 23 hours ago

Communications Manager

Bar Harbor, ME

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$97K/yr - $162K/yr

10+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Proactively identify and report on all activities of the JAX research enterprise to promote and elevate the mission for a variety of target audiences, positioning the organization as a leading nonprofit biomedical research institution with a global impact on human health.

Respond with urgency and a deep commitment to the JAX newsroom, closely collaborating with colleagues across the organization and frequently identifying opportunities to create engaging and newsworthy content that increases visibility of JAX, its spokespeople and experts.

Prolifically write and edit scientific news releases, articles and features and assisting in developing content that promotes JAX news and activities as a critical member of the communications group.

Regularly share scientific news and information with communications colleagues to support strategic goals and inform and contribute to PR and content strategies, arranging and conducting stakeholder meetings with cross-functional teams.

Report from and cover scientific conferences, meetings, JAX events and other activities as needed.

Stay abreast of the latest developments in the field and various areas of biomedical research to inform and develop communications strategies and ensure JAX’s relevance and responsiveness in the space through a robust and vast scientific content library.

Collaborate with science writers and media relations team members to identify important news and initiatives to communicate to the media, policymakers, research community and the public.

Assist in the writing and editing of a variety of JAX publications as needed.

Contribute to the management of a JAX-wide style guide, including guidelines on tone, grammar, punctuation and organizational standards and ensure adherence.

Partner across the communications and marketing team and JAX-wide, working collaboratively to help achieve goals.

Potential additional responsibilities as the team seeks achievement of its ambitious goals.

Qualification

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Scientific news writingMedia coverageMedical writingCommunications strategiesMicrosoft 365Adobe Creative CloudContent developmentProject managementStakeholder engagementScientific visual elements

Required

10+ years of extensive experience in scientific news writing and editing with a proven track record of regular media coverage and a focus on increasing results year over year.

Master's degree required

Ability to understand and interpret scientific data and present results in an understandable, concise and exciting manner to a general audience.

Current understanding and proven demonstration of medical writing and regulatory standards and best practices.

Keenly attuned to news and activities in the biomedical research community to for positioning and responsive purposes.

Energized to inspire the public, donors, partners and researchers through coverage of JAX breakthroughs and scientific activities.

Excellent interpersonal and client relation skills; experience working with high-profile researchers and executive leaders.

Leadership skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders with a focus on excellence.

Thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to multi-task and balance competing priorities and multiple deadlines.

Must be intellectually curious and have the desire to share new knowledge and insights.

Proven experience recommending and identifying scientific visual elements (photography, design) to engage broad audiences.

Meticulous attention to detail and ability to write and edit for accuracy, clarity, style and tone.

Outstanding planning, organization and project management skills.

Proficient with Microsoft 365, Adobe Creative Cloud and other tools such as CMS, social media management and analytics platforms, etc.

Ability to travel as necessary.

Preferred

Experience supporting and implementing communications strategies to drive fundraising goals is strongly preferred.

Company

The Jackson Laboratory

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The Jackson Laboratory conducts mammalian genetics research offering scientific services and resources to laboratories and students.

Founded in 1929

Bar Harbor, Maine, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.jax.org

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