Remote Vaccine Science Communications Manager

Sabin Foundation Europe; Only (TN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Sabin Foundation Europe seeks a Manager of Science Communications to translate complex vaccine science into clear, credible stories for scientific and public audiences. You will lead content across news releases, digital media, and donor communications, working with researchers and the broader Sabin team.

Responsibilities include developing strategic plans, coordinating with digital teams, and contributing to monthly planning while ensuring accuracy and alignment with Sabin’s standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science, public health, communications, journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in science communications, biomedical communications, health journalism, or research communications.
• Experience communicating product development, preferably vaccines, with an understanding of translational, clinical, and regulatory sciences.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex scientific information into engaging, accessible content.
• Familiarity with MS Suite (Outlook, Word, Teams), and project management tools like Smartsheet.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats.
• Experience collaborating with scientists, clinicians, or technical experts.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to scientific accuracy.
• Experience supporting scientific meetings, media relations, or digital science communication.
• Knowledge of the global health landscape and vaccine ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Vice President, assist with developing strategic communications plans for Sabin’s technical work.
• Implement/execute the communications plan and update to keep as a living document.
• Identify and develop compelling stories that highlight the impact of Sabin’s research, scientists, and partnerships; work with the Communications team to promote.
• Partner with researchers to communicate scientific milestones, clinical trial progress, publications, and research findings. Translate complex scientific concepts into clear, accurate, and engaging content for diverse audiences.
• Support communications related to outbreak response activities, including investigational vaccine deployments and emergency public health efforts.
• Create high-quality written content across formats, including feature stories, news releases, fact sheets, blog posts, website copy, executive talking points, LinkedIn content, and donor communications.
• Collaborate with digital and creative teams to develop multimedia content, including videos, infographics, animations, and social media campaigns.
• Coordinate media engagement around scientific announcements and major conferences
• Ensure all scientific communications are accurate, evidence-based, and aligned with Sabin’s brand and editorial standards
• Monitor emerging trends in vaccine research and identify opportunities to position Sabin as a thought leader
• Contribute to team initiatives, including monthly planning

Skills

Writing

Editing

Storytelling

Project management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/public health/communications/journalism

Tools

MS Suite (Outlook, Word, Teams)

Smartsheet

Job description

Sabin Foundation Europe seeks a Manager of Science Communications to translate complex vaccine science into clear, credible stories for scientific and public audiences. You will lead content across news releases, digital media, and donor communications, working with researchers and the broader Sabin team.

Responsibilities include developing strategic plans, coordinating with digital teams, and contributing to monthly planning while ensuring accuracy and alignment with Sabin’s standards.