US Public Relations and Communications Manager

Partners in Digital Health; Cambridge, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Insilico Medicine in the United States is seeking a US Public Relations & Communications Manager to strengthen the company’s communications, media relations, and brand presence across US audiences. You will translate complex science and technology into clear, engaging stories for diverse stakeholders.

You will lead press outreach, manage social channels, collaborate with executives, and drive campaigns around milestones, partnerships, and product developments to advance Insilico's leadership in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• Approximately 5+ years of experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Hands-on experience with US media, journalists, and external channels.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit press releases, media kits, talking points, FAQs, and briefing documents.
• Build and maintain relationships with US journalists, media outlets, analysts, and influencers.
• Lead proactive media outreach and identify opportunities to increase visibility.
• Coordinate media interviews, briefings, contributed articles, and speaking opportunities.
• Manage Insilico Medicine’s social media across X, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Reddit.

Skills

Media relations

Editorial writing

Social media management

Strategic communications

Stakeholder engagement

Crisis communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Public Relations or related field

Tools

Cision

Hootsuite

Media monitoring tools

MS Office suite

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Insilico Medicine is seeking a US Public Relations & Communications Manager to strengthen the company’s communications, media relations, and brand presence in the United States. This role will develop compelling external communications, cultivate relationships with key media and industry stakeholders, and manage the company’s presence across major social media platforms.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and communicator who can translate complex scientific, technology, and business information into clear, engaging stories for a range of audiences. The successful candidate will have hands‑on experience with US media relations and social media management, preferably within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, artificial intelligence, healthcare, technology, or another fast‑growing industry.

This individual will collaborate with company leadership and cross‑functional partners across Business Development, Clinical Development, R&D, Human Resources, and other functions to communicate Insilico Medicine’s scientific progress, business milestones, partnerships, and broader corporate story.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft and prepare press releases, media kits, company announcements, talking points, FAQs, briefing documents, and other public relations materials.
• Build and maintain relationships with US journalists, editors, media outlets, analysts, and industry influencers, particularly across biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, AI, and technology sectors.
• Conduct proactive media outreach and identify opportunities to increase Insilico Medicine’s visibility and communicate its scientific, technology, and corporate story.
• Coordinate media interviews, executive briefings, contributed articles, speaking opportunities, and other external engagements.
• Manage and help grow Insilico Medicine’s social media presence across X, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Reddit, including content planning, development, publishing, and engagement.
• Develop social media campaigns supporting corporate announcements, scientific milestones, partnerships, conferences, product and platform developments, and other key initiatives.
• Write and edit thought leadership articles, executive communications, opinion pieces, executive talking points, presentations, and other high‑impact content.
• Partner with executives and subject‑matter experts to translate complex scientific and technical information into compelling communications for specialized and general audiences.
• Support communications for product and platform launches, clinical and research milestones, licensing and business development announcements, corporate partnerships, conferences, events, and other company initiatives.
• Help develop communications strategies and messaging that reinforce Insilico Medicine’s positioning at the intersection of generative AI, biotechnology, drug discovery, and pharmaceutical R&D.
• Monitor media coverage, social media activity, industry conversations, and emerging issues relevant to the company.
• Track communications and social media performance and provide reports and insights on media coverage, engagement, reach, sentiment, and campaign effectiveness.
• Maintain communications calendars and support consistent messaging and coordination across internal and external stakeholders.
• Support reputation management and communications planning for sensitive or rapidly developing issues, as needed.
• Collaborate with global communications colleagues to align US communications with broader corporate messaging while ensuring relevance for US audiences.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Life Sciences, Business, or a related field.
• Approximately 5+ years of relevant experience in public relations, corporate communications, media relations, or a related communications role.
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience working with US media, journalists, and external communications channels.
• Strong understanding of social media strategy and direct experience managing corporate accounts, particularly LinkedIn and X; experience with YouTube and Reddit is highly desirable.
• Exceptional written, verbal, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and concisely.
• Experience developing press releases, executive communications, thought leadership content, social media content, and other external communications.
• Background in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, artificial intelligence, technology, or another fast-paced, innovation‑driven industry strongly preferred.
• Ability to understand and communicate scientific and technical concepts to both specialized and general audiences.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Comfort working directly with senior executives and subject‑matter experts.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, discretion, and ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, global organization.
• Experience working across cultures and with international teams is a plus.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Strategic and creative communications mindset
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling capability
• Media relations and relationship‑building skills
• Digital and social media fluency
• Sound judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Collaborative approach with the confidence to work across functions and levels
• Curiosity and ability to quickly understand emerging science and technology

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Insilico Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Insilico Medicine is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment and employment process.