Strategic Science & Tech Communications Lead

Stanfordlivetickets; Menlo Park (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory invites a skilled Science & Technology Communications Officer to join the SC&EA team. The role partners with lab leaders to develop strategic narratives about SLAC science for internal and public audiences.

You will synthesize complex topics, write news and press releases, and coordinate with Stanford University Communications, DOE, and external partners to maximize visibility; on-site or hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism or Public Relations.
• At least five years of experience in science communications.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to write, edit and synthesize technical information for diverse audiences.
• Capacity to work collaboratively with cross-organizational teams.
• Strong interpersonal skills across a variety of people.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop strategic communications with laboratory leadership.
• Write and edit science news, press releases, social media posts, web and print pieces.
• Tailor messages for specific channels with institutional and external communications teams.
• Develop content for digital channels and manage CMS workflows.
• Collaborate with lab partners and writers to determine scope and budget of assignments; facilitate completion.
• Stay current on science topics and communications standards by attending webinars and conferences.
• Contribute to the laboratory's communication strategy and cross-promotional opportunities.
• Collaborate with Stanford University Communications and DOE offices to maximize visibility.

Skills

Written communication

Editing

Synthesis

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Jor Public Relations

Job description

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory invites a skilled Science & Technology Communications Officer to join the SC&EA team. The role partners with lab leaders to develop strategic narratives about SLAC science for internal and public audiences.

You will synthesize complex topics, write news and press releases, and coordinate with Stanford University Communications, DOE, and external partners to maximize visibility; on-site or hybrid work options.