Overview

WuXi AppTec is looking for a passionate and detail-oriented PR & Communications Sr. Manager who will develop and manage media relationships. This position will operate within the corporate communications department and partner with internal and external stakeholders.

WuXi AppTec provides a broad portfolio of R&D and manufacturing services that enable companies in the pharmaceutical, biotech and medical device industries worldwide to advance discoveries and deliver groundbreaking treatments to patients. As an innovation-driven and customer-focused company, WuXi AppTec helps our partners improve the productivity of advancing healthcare products through cost-effective and efficient, socially responsible and sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Leads and executes integrated communications campaigns across paid, earned, social, and owned channels.
• Works closely with internal teams and agencies to manage editorial calendars and collaborations.
• Uses data and analytics to shape content decisions, track engagement performance, and continuously optimize outreach.
• Stays on top of emerging trends in AI-driven content creation, generative search, and social listening tools.

Qualifications

Experience / Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or Science is preferred.
• 5-8 years of experience in PR and corporate communications, ideally within life sciences, healthcare, or B2B tech/service sector in-house or agency experiences

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Strong writing and editing skills tailored for digital and social platforms
• Strong experience driving multi-platform campaigns independently or through vendor partnerships
• Hands-on knowledge of SEO, content performance metrics, generative AI tools, and campaign measurement frameworks
• A collaborative team player who can thrive in a fast-paced, evolving global communications environment
• Industry knowledge in biotech, pharma, CRO/CDMO, or scientific R&D services
• Experience working in global teams across time zones and cultural contexts
• Confidence in managing stakeholders across functions—marketing, scientific, executive, operations

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

This job description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by Management.