Head of Strategy and Communications at Subsense | Palo Alto, CA | $180K/yr – $260K/yr

Subsense

Head of Strategy and Communications

Palo Alto, CA (On-site)

$180K/yr – $260K/yrSenior LevelFull time

Posted 2 months ago

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Job Summary

Own the strategic narrative and media-ready communications for a frontier neurotech company, shaping how researchers, investors, and the press perceive Subsense’s category-defining work in brain–computer interfaces.

Communications Strategy: Craft and govern the end-to-end positioning and narrative across channels to support milestones and scientific progress.
Media & Partnerships: Build high-value media and influencer relationships, translating complex science into compelling, accessible stories.
Brand & Organization: Own brand voice, thought leadership, and team-scale plans to maintain a market-leading position as the company grows.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Develop and lead Subsense's end-to-end communications and positioning strategy, ensuring alignment across all external channels and stakeholders
Define the company narrative — translating deep, complex neurotechnology into a clear, compelling story for media, investors, partners, and the broader scientific and tech communities
Own brand voice, thought leadership, and content strategy across digital, social, events, and press
Set the category narrative for BCI, positioning Subsense as the field's defining voice — not a follower of it
Partner closely with founders, scientists, and business leads to align communications with company milestones and scientific progress
Lead media relations and build high-value relationships with journalists, editors, and influencers across tech, science, and healthcare
Monitor the competitive and market landscape to ensure our positioning stays ahead
Manage external agencies and partners to amplify reach and execution quality
Own the communications budget and measure impact with rigor
Build and scale a world-class communications and strategy team as the company grows