Director of Communications - 1910 Genetics

Role Description 

• Develop and implement a crucial communications strategy and establish a cadence of communication that improves the transparency and perception of 1910 as a pioneer in biology discovery, drug discovery & development, and machine learning, by highlighting our science, milestones, and the 1910 team 
• Frame the way we communicate about the leading edge science happening at the intersection of biotech and tech -- across all 1910 channels and voices  
• Ensure consistent and accurate representation of the company's mission, vision, values, culture, and strategy in all communications 
• Manage our external media partner and own the overall content calendar; partner with this excellent team to support content creation, in partnership with Corporate Development, Strategy, and IR colleagues which includes drafting/updating of corporate communications materials including press releases, Management Q&As, social media content, fact sheets, interview briefs, and talking points 
• Maintain 1910's corporate communication vehicles, including ongoing maintenance and accuracy of the corporate website and corporate presentation 
• Create and execute on social media channels, as well as monitor metric analyses. 
• Create consistent corporate messaging in preparation for company milestones, medical conferences, investor conferences, and other events 
• Support best practices on scientific communications planning, including managing a calendar of key academic conferences, and submission dates, and work with 1910's scientific leadership, publications committee, and project management teams to ensure strong execution and disclosure cadence  
• Monitor industry and competitor developments and prepare proactive and reactive plans as needed 
• Partner with functional leaders and subject matter experts to manage a clear and compelling corporate narrative that articulates our principles, mission and core values 
• In partnership with the People team, develop an effective employee communications strategy that strengthens employer branding, recruitment, employee engagement, and company culture  
• In close collaboration with the Legal team, People team and other leadership teams as appropriate, support preparations and execution of issues management when needed  
• Streamline and bring consistency to all internal communications channels 
• Support executive communications internally and externally 
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members on externally-facing scientific materials for research meetings and presentations 
• Push the boundaries on how stories are told to different audiences who are coming in with different experiences and perspectives 

Qualifications 

• At least 10+ years of communications experience in a healthcare/biotechnology company, with experience leading communications functions within a publicly traded company including disclosure rules and regulations; high tech experience is highly desired 
• BA/BS degree required; advanced degree a plus 
• Proven ability to speak the language of a drug discovery and biotechnology company and ability to simplify and ably communicate complex scientific concepts to external audiences 
• Understanding of FDA and other regulations impacting healthcare communications 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and maintain relationships with company executives, media, patient advocacy organizations and other internal and external stakeholders  
• Ability to develop high-quality communications materials that are aligned with company goals and messages, including press releases, fact sheets, talking points, and Q&A documents 
• Flexibility, adaptability, and demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and work diplomatically and tactfully with others 
• Effective resource management to determine reliance on internal vs. external resources  
• Proven ability to establish internal communication and change management best practices 

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