[Hiring] Communications Manager - Science Media Relations @American Heart Association

Role Description

The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Communications Manager - Science Media Relations. This is a remote and flexible location position.

In this role, you will be responsible for the implementation of multi-year strategic communication plans supporting and promoting scientific manuscripts published in the American Heart Association’s 14 peer-reviewed scientific and medical journals and abstracts presented at the Association’s scientific meetings to the media and the public.

• Review manuscripts accepted for publication in our scientific journals and abstracts accepted for presentation at our scientific meetings.
• Develop news releases or other news materials, media pitches, and multi-media assets to promote scientific research featured in abstracts and manuscripts.
• Collaborate with team members to review and select abstracts to promote, provide peer edits for colleagues’ news releases, and develop talking points and key messages for research authors and/or experts.
• Lead development of news kits for scientific meetings, including review and selection of abstracts for promotion and producing related news materials.
• Work with Director and Vice President on day-to-day basis to implement and collaborate on multi-year strategic communication plans.
• Develop media opportunities and relationships to promote the Association’s science-related work.
• Monitor the traditional media and social media landscape to respond appropriately to breaking news related to heart and brain health.
• Lead or support other Communications initiatives as applicable and relevant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications or related area.
• Three (3) years of excellent writing and editing skills and solid knowledge of AP Style (5 years preferred).
• Three (3) years of managing the submission of press, promotional, or related content.
• At least three (3) years of proficient computer skills, including all Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• At least two (2) years of project management experience, including managing multiple projects concurrently (preferred).
• At least two (2) years of demonstrated ability to work under tight deadlines while facing competing demands (preferred).

Requirements

• Proven ability to review scientific abstracts and manuscripts, develop newsworthy ideas, write and pitch stories to media outlets, and manage media interviews.
• Experience crafting talking points and/or key messages, and fostering collaborative relationships with reporters.

Benefits

• The expected pay range is $75,000 - $85,000, commensurate with experience.
• Competitive base salary with regular market value reviews.
• Annual salary planning and incentive programs.
• Wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Robust retirement program with employer match and automatic contribution.
• Employee assistance program and wellness program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees, increasing with seniority.
• Total of 12 paid holidays off each year.
• Tuition Assistance program for career development.