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Biotechnology, Financial Services, Investment Banking, Public Relations, Strategic Communications

PhD Account Executive

New York, NYHybridFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 12 days ago

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Required skills

  • public relations
  • biotech
  • pharmaceutical
  • medtech
  • health-tech
  • diagnostics
  • stakeholders
  • accuracy
  • precision
  • scientific reporting

Nice to have

  • 1-2+ years of experience

Role summary

Life science communications agency seeks a PhD Account Executive to drive client success in biopharma. Responsibilities include shaping and sharing scientific and medical advances, fostering engagement with key audiences (investors, physicians, patients), and collaborating with internal and external teams. The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, project management, and familiarity with the biotech/pharma/medtech industries, with a PhD in a relevant field being a mandatory qualification.

Join our fast-growing agency at the forefront of life science communications. As an Account Executive, you'll play a key role in shaping and sharing the stories of companies developing groundbreaking scientific and medical advances in biopharma. You’ll help bring attention to innovations that have real potential to improve human health.

Our mission is to support our clients in achieving their business goals through integrated, strategic communications that drive engagement with the audiences who matter most to their growth: investors, strategic partners, physicians, scientists, patients, and caregivers. We are experienced storytellers with strong backgrounds in corporate, scientific, medical, and product communications, and we serve as trusted advisors to leadership teams.

You will work closely with a team of PhD’s and communication strategists at LifeSci Communications, while also working alongside specialist teams in finance, consulting, recruiting, and more as part of the broader LifeSci Partners organization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist in the development of key corporate communications strategy and materials, including corporate and product messaging documents, press releases, corporate and conference presentations, and more.
  • Develop strong and sustainable relationships with clients across multiple geographies and appropriately manage client expectations.
  • Develop and implement messaging across communications channels, including client social media channels, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
  • Gain and maintain a deep understanding of the client’s science, their competitor’s science, and how they fit into the landscape, and provide counsel to clients.
  • Collaborate with LifeSci Communications departments, including creative and digital, to execute strategic communication plans.
  • Stay updated on regulatory requirements and guidelines related to pharmaceutical research and ensuring that reports comply with relevant regulations and standards.
  • Qualificiations

  • PhD in a relevant field of study required
  • 1-2+ years of experience working in communications or public relations in the biotech, pharmaceutical, medtech, health-tech, and diagnostics industries highly preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and precision in scientific reporting.
  • Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  • Familiarity with the biotech, pharmaceutical and/or medtech industries
  • Ability to learn and maintain adherence to ethical standards and guidelines in pharmaceutical research and report writing.
  • What We Offer

  • Competitive Compensation packages dependent on education and experience
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental healthcare benefits
  • Generous PTO policy
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Commuter benefits & additional EOP offerings
  • Hybrid Schedule, 3 days per week in the office
  • LifeSci Communications is a LifeSci Partners Platform company. LifeSci Partners is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal and state law. We provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law.
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