Strategic Communications Director — Life Sciences

Central Indiana Corporate Partnership; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare and dental premiums

403(b) / Roth 401(k) with employer 5%+

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Hybrid remote flexibility at 16 Tech

Job summary

BioCrossroads, the life sciences initiative of Central Indiana Corporate Partnership, seeks a Senior Director of Communications to design and lead an integrated strategy that advances BioCrossroads’ mission and expands its visibility in Indiana and beyond.

You will partner with the CEO and senior leaders to align internal and external communications, public relations, and stakeholder engagement with the overall CICP vision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field is required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible communications, marketing, or public affairs experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Experience in life sciences, healthcare, or related sectors strongly preferred.
• Proven ability to provide strategic counsel to executives and translate complex ideas into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.
• Experience developing integrated communications strategies that include media relations, digital marketing, thought leadership, and stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of a multi-year strategic communications and public education plan that supports BioCrossroads’ mission, ensuring cohesive messaging across all platforms, including digital, media, events, and stakeholder communications.
• Provide leadership and direction to communications staff, consultants, and agency partners to ensure excellence in brand storytelling, creative execution, and audience engagement.
• Oversee the strategic planning and execution of major initiatives, including the BioCrossroads Life Sciences Summit and FrameWORX events, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and visibility objectives.
• Develop and manage sponsorship and partnership strategies to expand reach and engagement among key audiences.
• Direct the creation of signature communications assets such as the BioCrossroads Annual Report, thought leadership content, and research publications that position the organization as a leading voice for the life sciences industry.
• Oversee and evaluate the performance of agency partners and consultants, ensuring deliverables meet strategic and brand standards.
• Serve as the senior brand steward for BioCrossroads and related initiatives, ensuring consistent and impactful brand representation across all channels.
• Develop, manage, and forecast the annual communications and marketing budget, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and efficient use of resources.
• Establish and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and analytics to measure the effectiveness of communications initiatives and inform future strategy.
• Collaborate with CICP leadership and initiative communications teams to strengthen alignment, maximize reach, and share best practices across the partnership network.

Skills

Strategic communications leadership

Executive counsel to C-suite

Brand storytelling

Stakeholder engagement

Public relations

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

BioCrossroads, the life sciences initiative of Central Indiana Corporate Partnership, seeks a Senior Director of Communications to design and lead an integrated strategy that advances BioCrossroads’ mission and expands its visibility in Indiana and beyond.

You will partner with the CEO and senior leaders to align internal and external communications, public relations, and stakeholder engagement with the overall CICP vision.