Science Communications Lead: Research Impact & Reporting

Child Mind Institute; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Child Mind Institute in New York seeks a Science Communications and Reporting Manager to lead communications planning, reporting, and stakeholder engagement for the Science and Engineering (S&E) organization. You will translate complex research into clear, impactful updates for internal and external audiences, and develop dashboards and impact reports.

Reporting to the Director of Operations and Project Management, this full-time role requires 4 days in the office and offers a comprehensive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communication, Journalism or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years professional experience in journalism or related field in which communications, content creation, writing, and/or social media engagement were primary responsibilities.
• Highly experienced in science communications and writing; candidates with experience in the health industry will be prioritized.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize information from multiple stakeholders and communicate complex organizational activities clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience in writing/editing/content creation for print and digital with expertise in translating complex subjects for a general audience.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Chief Science Officer and S&E leadership to develop dashboards, impact reports, organizational updates, and other reporting materials that track progress, communicate organizational priorities, and highlight scientific, operational, and organizational impact for internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and manage recurring internal communications that keep staff and stakeholders informed of research activities, operational updates, organizational priorities, project milestones, accomplishments, and upcoming initiatives.
• Identify, prioritize, and manage content and reporting opportunities that showcase scientific advances, publications, organizational priorities, key initiatives, and measurable impact across internal and external channels.
• Develop and execute communications strategies that increase visibility, understanding, and engagement with S&E activities, news, and impact among internal and external audiences.
• Translate complex scientific, programmatic, and operational information into clear, accessible communications for diverse audiences.
• Plan, develop, and coordinate content across childmind.org , social media, email newsletters, news releases, partner channels, reports, presentations, video scripts, and other communications materials, ensuring alignment with Child Mind Institute brand and editorial standards.

Skills

Science communication

Writing

Stakeholder communication

Content creation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Background in English/Journalism

Job description

Child Mind Institute in New York seeks a Science Communications and Reporting Manager to lead communications planning, reporting, and stakeholder engagement for the Science and Engineering (S&E) organization. You will translate complex research into clear, impactful updates for internal and external audiences, and develop dashboards and impact reports.

Reporting to the Director of Operations and Project Management, this full-time role requires 4 days in the office and offers a comprehensive