Director Corporate Communications

divh2Director Of Corporate Communications And Brand/h2pAt Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly worda word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. Thats why were not just transforming cancer carewere changing lives./ppWe introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: What would I do if this patient were my mom? That question drives everything we do./ppBut our mission doesnt stop with cancer. Were pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcaredriven by innovation, compassion, and purpose./ppJoin us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If youre passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins./ph3Position Summary/h3pThe Director of Corporate Communications and Brand will be responsible for helping to build and execute strategic corporate reputation, thought leadership, storytelling and company positioning ensuring short-term and long-term visibility. The position reports to the Vice President Corporate Communications. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of healthcare communications and precision medicine. This collaborative leader will possess a strong track record of success in developing corporate communications to ensure quality, efficiency and consistency in messaging, media strategy and reputation management./ph3Job Responsibilities/h3ulliDevelop and manage external press release communications to advance perception, increase media pickup, drive website traffic, enhance visibility and improve reach./liliResponsible for day-to-day corporate communication writing and editing of communications./liliProactive identification of opportunities to position, support and promote Caris related to internal and external content, message development and media outreach./liliDirect and implement communications and brand strategy that is aligned with key marketing initiatives and strategic business priorities./liliArticulate the Companys thought leadership platform, defining the issues and topics that create opportunities for engagement and story creation./liliIdentify brand and communications needs, make recommendations and align on communications approach./liliProvide counsel on and align external communication strategies, competitive landscape, approaches and messaging./liliDevelopment of a comprehensive presenter portfolio, managing interviews, backgrounders, speaking requests and briefing documents./liliDevelop messaging and talking points for spokespeople when needed, including internal communications, media interviews and speaking opportunities./liliMonitor the external and internal environments for opportunities related to organizational positioning./liliCollaborate with the corporate communications and marketing team members to execute strategic communication plans and external positioning./liliProvide communications expertise and support to marketing, conferences and events teams./li/ulh3Required Qualifications/h3ulli10 years of experience in corporate communications./lili5+ years of experience in healthcare communications, life sciences or pharma./liliBachelors degree in communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Business, or a related field./liliExceptional writing, editing and reviewing skills./liliStrong curiosity, learning capacity and independent decision-making ability./liliExpertise in cross-functional collaboration and partnership./liliExcellent presentation (written and verbal) communication skills./liliExemplary planning and organizational skills./liliAbility to think creatively and initiate new ideas or solutions to business issues./liliMust be able to work across levels in the organization to drive projects to completion./liliThis is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days per week onsite at our corporate headquarters./li/ulh3Preferred Qualifications/h3ulliMasters degree in communications, marketing, or business administration./liliSelf-starter, ability to work in a fast-paced, competing, deadline-driven environment./liliProficient in the utilization of Microsoft Office Suite./liliDrive for Results (Service, Quality and Continuous Improvement) Ensure procedures and processes are in place that lead to the delivery of quality results and continually reassess their effectiveness to achieve continuous improvement./liliCommunication Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Willingness to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization to achieve the desired results./liliTeamwork Commitment to the achievement of team and organizational goals through a desire to participate with and help other team members./liliCustomer Service Focus Demonstrate a focus on listening to and understanding customer needs (internal and external) and then satisfying the customer by exceeding service and quality expectations./li/ulh3Physical Demands/h3ulliThe ability to lift objects over 20 pounds./liliThe ability to sit and/or stand for long periods./li/ulh3Training/h3ulliAll job-specific, safety, and compliance training is assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee./li/ulh3Other/h3ulliThis position is located in Irving, Texas, and is a hybrid/in-office role (vs remote)./liliThis position requires periodic travel and some evenings, weekends, and/or holidays./li/ulpConditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check (applicable for certain positions) and reference verification./ppThis job description reflects managements assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time./ppCaris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability./p/div