Immunology Communications & Engagement Lead

alleninstitute; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Allen Institute in Seattle is seeking a Scientific Communications & Engagement Partner for Immunology. You will translate complex immunology into clear communications for scientists, institutions, and the public, collaborating with the Immunology leadership and the central Communications team.

You will design visuals, develop tutorials and guides, and help disseminate immunology datasets and tools while coordinating seminars and onboarding for new team members.

Qualifications

• PhD in life sciences (immunology, neuroimmunology, or related field).
• 5 years post-PhD translating complex science into engaging communication for diverse audiences.
• Strong visual storytelling: slides, figures, diagrams that communicate science clearly.
• Experience managing scientific content for social media or digital channels.
• Excellent writing across formats from manuscripts to public-facing summaries.
• Ability to partner with scientific leadership, communications teams, and external communities.
• Demonstrated portfolio of scientific communication work; provide work samples.

Responsibilities

• External Voice & Scientific Communication: serve as Immunology's external voice on findings and field developments.
• Visual & Narrative Storytelling: design slides and visual narratives for leadership; create figures and diagrams.
• Data & Tool Dissemination: develop guides and tutorials; promote usage of datasets and tools.
• Educational Programming & Onboarding: coordinate seminars, speakers, and onboarding for new members.

Skills

Scientific communication

Public engagement

Storytelling visuals

Social media management

Written communication

Collaboration

Portfolio of work

Education

PhD in life sciences

Tools

Slide design tools

Illustration software

Job description

Allen Institute in Seattle is seeking a Scientific Communications & Engagement Partner for Immunology. You will translate complex immunology into clear communications for scientists, institutions, and the public, collaborating with the Immunology leadership and the central Communications team.

You will design visuals, develop tutorials and guides, and help disseminate immunology datasets and tools while coordinating seminars and onboarding for new team members.