WHO WE ARE!

Susan G. Komen brings a 100% virtual working environment, and you can work anywhere within the U.S. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we’ve led the way funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, global outreach, and public policy initiatives to make the biggest impact against this disease.
Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

WE KNOW YOU WILL HAVE AND BE ABLE TO

• Doctoral Degree in Biomedical Sciences with 2-5 years of experience.
• Ability to understand and research current trends and advances in the breast cancer field.
• Ability to convey technically dense information in an impactful and clear manner to all audiences.
• Knowledge of the field of breast cancer including advances in research, policy, patient advocacy and community outreach.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Understanding of communication industry practices (social media, etc.) and how to leverage content in different settings.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Highly motivated, passionate, and creative team player with demonstrated commitment to the organization
• Less than 10% travel required, would be to attend 1-2 scientific conferences per year.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING IN THE ROLE OF A SCIENTIFIC COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

The Scientific Communications Manager serves on a team of scientific experts who research and present on key topics, partners, and opportunities to develop communication products that may include high level talking points and reports which support external partnership meetings. This role provides scientific/subject matter expertise to the translation of research, technical and other complex content into meaningful lay-friendly communication. The Scientific Communications Manager will work cross-functionally across teams to build and support key educational programs and provide expertise on educational priorities around research.
The Scientific Communications Manager will develop and maintain a 360-degree, high level overview of the field of breast cancer. In addition, the Scientific Communications Manager will stay abreast of current Komen programs and priorities, communications campaigns, and organizational strategy to clearly identify and communicate organizational needs and partnership opportunities. The manager is member of the education team within Komen’s mission division. The education team supports Komen’s role as an authority in breast cancer by providing evidence-based information for those seeking breast health/cancer information and building key education strategies and engagement with the breast cancer community and the public.

KOMEN PROVIDES A REMOTE AND/OR HOME-BASED WORKING ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL ACTIVE EMPLOYEES. KOMEN DEFINES REMOTE AS THE ABILITY TO WORK FROM ANY PHYSICAL LOCATION WITHIN THE U.S. WHERE AN EMPLOYEE CAN PERFORM SPECIFIED WORK DUTIES WITHOUT DISRUPTION OR DISTRACTION. KOMEN DEFINES HOME-BASED ROLES AS POSITIONS THAT ARE REQUIRED TO RESIDE IN A SPECIFIC MARKET. WORK SCHEDULES FOR BOTH REMOTE AND HOME BASED ARE DETERMINED BY THE ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS OF EACH DEPARTMENT.

Susan G. Komen is fair and equal in all its employment practices for people without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Additionally, we embrace Diverse Teams & Perspective, and we find strength in the diversity of cultural backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.