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Director, Public Relations & Communications

Bar Harbor, ME • Remote

The Jackson Laboratory
Biotechnology Research and Development • 1 - 5K employees
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$146K - $212K/yr

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago

The Jackson Laboratory rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Shape the Narrative. Amplify Scientific Discovery. Advance Human Health.

The Jackson Laboratory (JAX), a global nonprofit biomedical research institution, seeks an experienced and strategic Director, Public Relations & Communications to lead enterprise-wide public relations, media relations, thought leadership, and research communications initiatives.

This leader will develop and execute integrated communications strategies that elevate JAX's visibility, strengthen its reputation, and position JAX and its researchers as trusted voices in biomedical research, genomics, and precision medicine. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator, media relations expert, and strategic advisor who thrives in a fast-paced environment and excels at building relationships across scientific, executive, and external audiences.

Location & Travel

This is a remote U.S.-based position requiring periodic travel to JAX campuses and events. Preference will be given to candidates located on the East Coast.

Compensation

Salary Range: $146,306 - $212,141

Compensation is based on relevant experience, geographic location, and internal equity considerations. JAX offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employee health, well-being, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute enterprise public relations, media relations, thought leadership, and research communications strategies aligned with JAX's mission and strategic priorities.

  • Serve as a trusted communications advisor to executive leadership and key stakeholders across the organization.

  • Develop compelling messaging, media campaigns, press materials, and thought leadership opportunities that elevate JAX's scientific impact and reputation.

  • Build and maintain relationships with media, industry influencers, external partners, and other key audiences.

  • Identify and prepare JAX leaders and researchers for media interviews, speaking opportunities, and public engagements.

  • Lead a high-performing research communications team, translating complex scientific discoveries into engaging content for diverse audiences.

  • Establish and manage communications analytics, reporting, and KPIs to measure effectiveness and inform strategy.

  • Oversee crisis communications planning, preparedness, and response activities, serving as a spokesperson when needed.

  • Manage external communications agencies and strategic partners.

Qualifications

Required

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

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

  • 6+ years leading strategic communications initiatives, preferably within biomedical research, healthcare, life sciences, higher education, or nonprofit organizations.

  • Demonstrated success developing and executing communications and media relations strategies that drive measurable results.

Preferred

  • Experience supporting scientific, healthcare, biomedical research, or life sciences organizations.

  • Experience advising executive leaders and subject matter experts.

  • International media relations experience.

Skills & Competencies

  • Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.

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

  • Proven ability to translate complex scientific concepts into compelling stories.

  • Strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-oriented approach.

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

  • Strong analytical skills with experience measuring communications performance and impact.


Join JAX and help tell the stories behind discoveries that are transforming human health around the world.

About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California),Japan andChina. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visitwww.jax.org.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.

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