Vice President, Life Sciences Media and Communications

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We are seeking a Vice President to help lead strategic communications efforts for our biotech AI-supported health research and bio sciences clients. This is a high-impact role for a seasoned communications leader who understands the intersection of breakthrough science and compelling storytelling. You will serve as a strategic advisor to senior-level clients help lead cross-functional teams and drive earned media placements in top-tier scientific and philanthropic outlets.

• GMMB has a hybrid work schedule with at least three days in office presence.

• Ideally this position will be based in Seattle WA or San Francisco CA. We are open to candidates located in Washington DC if youre able to work West Coast hours.

• Salary range - $110000 - $150000

You are... a Vice Presidentwho knows...

• Client Strategy & Consultation
  • Provide strategic counsel to biotech life sciences nonprofit and philanthropic clients on communications positioning media strategy narrative development and crisis communications
• Media Relations & Placement
  • Cultivate and expand relationships with key journalists covering advances in biotechincluding mainstream and non-traditional outlets and influencers (e.g. podcasts Substack authors etc.)
  • Advise on proactive and reactive media messaging and crisis mitigation strategies
  • Shape proactive media strategies and contribute outside the box opportunities that elevate client narratives
  • Pitch stories proactively; secure high value earned media placements
  • Translate complex scientific and technical topics into compelling narratives that resonate with policymakers media and the public
• Account Management
  • Develop and execute integrated communications strategies
  • Project manage complex initiatives with tight deadlines and multiple stakeholders
  • Manage to client budgets efficiently and effectively
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Foster a collaborative inclusive and high-performing culture
  • Lead and mentor account teams; provide coaching and professional development for junior staff
  • Help shape account team structure and workflows to support high-quality client delivery

You have

• 8 years in life sciences or biotech communications (agency in-house or consulting)
• Strong media relationships in scientific trade and/or mainstream and non-traditional media (demonstrable track record of placements)
• Background working with foundations nonprofits research institutions and/or mission-driven organizations
• Understanding of the players issues and trends in biotech and emerging technologies
• Excellent written and oral communications skills (all formats: pitches op-eds talking points presentations)
• Ability to translate complex science into compelling narratives for diverse audiences
• Client-facing experiencecomfortable consulting with C-suite executives
• Experience managing multiple client accounts
• Ability to work West Coast hours and be available for client needs after hours as needed
• Bachelors degree in communications journalism life sciences or related field

Its a bonus (not required) if you have

• Scientific background and/or science writing experience in biology chemistry medicine or related field
• Integrated agency experience demonstrated success coordinating across multiple teams (creative digital production paid media etc.)
• Experience supporting new business pitches and/or expanding work within existing client relationships

About you...

You are a communications leader who understands science and sees communications as a critical tool for advancing breakthroughs that matter. Youre energized by the pace and complexity of the biotech/life sciences space. You thrive in a collaborative integrated agency environment where youre working across disciplines with creative partners strategists and digital experts. Youre comfortable being both a strategic advisor and a hands-on problem-solver. You lead with curiosity not ego and youre as comfortable coaching junior staff as you are consulting with organizational leaders. You believe in getting things right moving fast and celebrating wins together. If this describes you we invite you to apply.

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