Science Communications & Public Relations Lead

SLAC; Palo Alto (CA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO days

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

403(b) plan

Mental health programs

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Stanford University is seeking a Public Relations Manager within Stanford Engineering’s Communications & Alumni Affairs to craft compelling science communications. You will collaborate with faculty, students, journalists, and external partners, translating complex research into accessible stories for broad audiences and guiding media strategies.

The role requires strong writing, relationship-building, and project management, with hybrid work 3 days/week on campus and a focus on podcasts and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and three years of relevant experience or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Excellent written communication and editing skills.
• Experience in public relations, media relations, or science communications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Familiarity with podcast production, digital media, or multimedia content development.

Responsibilities

• Develop, execute and oversee written communications of moderate complexity, including presentations, speeches, news stories, web content, talking points, and posts.
• Participate in meetings with researchers and media relations to develop strategies for effective communications.
• Assist in identifying and maintaining relationships with key press and community leaders.
• Prepare content for internal or external newsletters and manage email/digital content distribution.
• Identify individuals or groups to attend or speak at public meetings or events.
• Coordinate media, community or government relations and ensure logistics are handled.

Skills

Strong writing

Media relations

Storytelling

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Stanford University is seeking a Public Relations Manager within Stanford Engineering’s Communications & Alumni Affairs to craft compelling science communications. You will collaborate with faculty, students, journalists, and external partners, translating complex research into accessible stories for broad audiences and guiding media strategies.

The role requires strong writing, relationship-building, and project management, with hybrid work 3 days/week on campus and a focus on podcasts and