Chief Communications Strategist – Life Sciences

Radiometer; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

SCIEX, a Danaher operating company, is seeking a Head of Communications in Marlborough, MA. This on-site leadership role partners with the SCIEX President and LT to drive brand preference and strategic communications across priority stakeholders.

You will develop an integrated communications strategy with Marketing and HR, lead a high-performing team, and shape executive thought leadership while leveraging data and AI to measure impact and guide decisions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in communications, marketing or related field preferably in diagnostics, life sciences, pharmaceutical, biotech or healthcare sectors.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience, including ability to coach leaders, manage execution through others and lead teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven success in executive thought leadership, corporate communications (including product, science & technology communications) and associate engagement.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and ability to project confidence, command respect and influence others through composed, authoritative, and authentic behavior that earns stakeholder trust to advance priorities.
• Robust business acumen with strong financial and commercial understanding can translate business priorities into high-impact communications strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage data and insights to measure impact, solve business problems, optimize strategies and inform decision-making.
• It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in: Crisis and issues management in regulated industries.; Change management strategy and execution.; Use of technology and AI to optimize communications activities, with an understanding of the impact on team structure and capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a business leader and trusted go-to strategic partner for the SCIEX President and their leadership team, providing senior communications counsel.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive integrated communications strategy for SCIEX, in partnership with Marketing and HR, to drive brand preference, scientific leadership and associate engagement.
• Develop and implement a leadership communications strategy for the SCIEX President to drive thought leadership and engagement with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead change communications strategy and execution for SCIEX change initiatives, including building advocacy for change and coaching leaders and people managers.
• Provide strategic counsel and rapid response capabilities for SCIEX level issues, to mitigate risk and protect brand equity.
• Build and maintain robust crisis protocols and scenario planning, aligned with the global enterprise issues framework.
• Establish robust metrics linked to business outcomes and brand preference to measure the impact of communications initiatives and optimize future initiatives.
• Lead, inspire, and empower a high-performing communications team - leveraging advanced communications technologies, including AI to deliver business impact, drive continuous improvement, and foster a collaborative culture of excellence and accountability.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Data-driven

Education

Bachelor's in Communications

Job description

SCIEX, a Danaher operating company, is seeking a Head of Communications in Marlborough, MA. This on-site leadership role partners with the SCIEX President and LT to drive brand preference and strategic communications across priority stakeholders.

You will develop an integrated communications strategy with Marketing and HR, lead a high-performing team, and shape executive thought leadership while leveraging data and AI to measure impact and guide decisions.