Senior Health Communications Strategist

Weber Shandwick; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Shandwick in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Associate to join its healthcare practice. The role focuses on executing public health communications for public sector, non-profit, and corporate clients with a hybrid in-office schedule in Washington, D.C.

You will contribute to integrated campaigns, develop messaging frameworks, and translate complex healthcare topics into clear narratives. A strong writing background and ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines are essential

Qualifications

• Experience communicating healthcare topics to diverse audiences.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills; ability to translate complex science into clear messages.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience supporting cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in a communications-related field required.
• Public Health & Policy awareness to anticipate risks and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of integrated communications campaigns across paid, earned, and owned channels.
• Draft strategic communications and key messaging frameworks for healthcare topics.
• Synthesize research and audience insights into actionable recommendations for campaigns.
• Participate in team brainstorms with fresh ideas aligned to client priorities.
• Coordinate team and client meetings, prepare status reports, agendas, and minutes; help manage deadlines.

Skills

Healthcare communications

Writing

Project management

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications

Job description

Weber Shandwick in Washington, DC is seeking a Senior Associate to join its healthcare practice. The role focuses on executing public health communications for public sector, non-profit, and corporate clients with a hybrid in-office schedule in Washington, D.C.

You will contribute to integrated campaigns, develop messaging frameworks, and translate complex healthcare topics into clear narratives. A strong writing background and ability to manage multiple projects under deadlines are essential