Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an integrated R&D communications strategy aligned with enterprise priorities and the broader corporate communications framework.
• Serve as a communications partner to R&D leaders, helping shape messaging that supports innovation, transformation and long‑term growth.
• Proactively identify storytelling opportunities that elevate R&D impact across internal and external channels.
• Develop editorial‑quality content across formats and channels (company blog, internal feature stories, speeches, videos, Q&A, announcements, social media, etc.).
• Partner with Corporate Communications colleagues to align R&D stories with potential media, thought leadership and employer brand opportunities, where appropriate.
• Ensure consistency of voice, message discipline and brand standards across all R&D communications.
• Measure and evaluate communications effectiveness, using insights to continuously refine strategy.
• Work with RDLT and the Chief Technology Officer to plan, craft and deliver high‑impact communications, including town halls, video scripts, talking points, presentations, and thought leadership content.
• Translate technical and scientific concepts into accessible, compelling stories for a variety of audiences and communication channels.
• Provide support on messaging, tone, and positioning for sensitive or high‑visibility initiatives.
• Lead communications strategy and execution for events and award programs, including message development, content planning, channel strategy and audience engagement.
• Partner cross‑functionally to ensure these programs are well integrated, well promoted, and deliver measurable impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required with a focus in Journalism or Communications preferred
• 5-7 years of experience in communications, journalism or corporate storytelling, with a strong portfolio of written and editorial work.
• Demonstrated experience translating technical or scientific topics into clear, engaging and concise messaging.
• Proven ability to support senior executives and leadership teams.
• Strong strategic thinking combined with hands‑on execution excellence.
• Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills with a journalistic mindset.
• Experience leading communications for large‑scale events or enterprise programs.
• Comfort operating in complex, matrixed organizations.

Preferred

• Experience supporting R&D, technology, innovation or scientific organizations.
• Executive presence and confidence partnering with senior leaders.

Benefits

• Annual Bonus
• Standard LTI
• Medical coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Accidental Injury Insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance