Required Qualifications:** + Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or related field + 7+ years of public relations, corporate communications, or external communications experience, ideally in FDA-regulated healthcare, life sciences, diagnostics, biotechnology, or other relevant sectors + Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling, and verbal communication skills + Proven ability to translate complex scientific, clinical, technical, or business topics into clear and compelling communications + Strong media relations experience, including proactive pitching, reporter relationship-building, interview coordination, and media inquiry management + Strong strategic thinking, judgment, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail + Experience managing PR agencies, vendors, budgets, and cross-functional communications projects + Familiarity with media monitoring, PR analytics, social media, and digital communications tools, including the use of emerging AI tools. This role will be instrumental in developing compelling corporate narratives, translating complex scientific and healthcare information for external audiences, and driving high-impact communications across traditional media, digital, and stakeholder channels.