Senior Communications Manager

at  Frontiers

Who we are
At Frontiers we are on a mission to make all science open, enabling the research community to develop the solutions we need to live healthy lives on a healthy planet.
Frontiers is the 3rd most-cited and 6th largest research publisher. Powered by custom-built technology, artificial intelligence, and rigorous quality standards, our research articles have been viewed more than 2.1 billion times, reflecting the power of research that is open for all.
Join the publishing revolution.
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What we can offer you

We provide a range of benefits across our locations, including but not limited to:

• We are a remote-first organization and most of our roles are work-from-home
• 4 additional wellbeing days in addition to existing annual leave allowance
• Access to learning platforms and dedicated learning & development time
• A range of wellbeing initiatives, including free online yoga classes and an employee assistance plan
• Employees can dedicate three days each year to volunteer

The role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and target-driven Senior Communications Manager to co-ordinate and deliver outstanding communications for
Frontiers in Science
: our flagship, multidisciplinary, open-access journal focused on transformational science to accelerate solutions for healthy lives on a healthy planet. Leading and supported by a small team of communications experts, you will also oversee communications for the
Frontiers Forum
, which is another of our key strategic initiatives.
The role sits within our Marketing and Communications department and acts as the primary point of contact for editorial teams, authors, and key stakeholders. You will report directly to the Head of Communications.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced communications professional who is passionate about science and has the skills to effectively reach, engage, and connect audiences across science, policy, industry, and the general public.
The ideal candidate will have excellent project management, copywriting, and presentation skills; experience in corporate and science communications; a good understanding of digital media and tools; and the ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment within matrix team structures.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop, plan and deliver the short, medium, and long-term communications vision, and subsequent communications plans, to support the visibility, brand perception, and strategic development of Frontiers in Science and the Frontiers Forum.
• Create engaging, high-quality content - including press releases and scientific explainers - for promoting scientific articles in Frontiers in Science to strategic audiences, ensuring scientific accuracy and brand adherence.
• Commission and co-ordinate the production of related assets, including videos and infographics, providing creative direction, scripts and scientific oversight.
• Create compelling promotional materials to attract high-profile authors and speakers to the two strategic initiatives, including web copy, presentation slides, and brochures.
• Oversee large-scale communication campaigns across multiple external and internal channels – including microsites, email, press, social and other digital media, and at events – to meet objectives and support business growth.
• Design and document timelines and efficient workflows between internal and external teams for timely execution of all content and campaigns.
• Develop new communications initiatives by recognizing growth and development opportunities informed by competitor and market analyses.
• Track and analyze campaign metrics and report on KPIs, providing recommendations for continual campaign optimization and improvements to processes.
• Line manage a team of communication specialists; responsible for defining team roles, hiring team members, and setting up the appropriate team structures.
• Monitor team performance and professional development, setting objectives, and conducting annual performance reviews.
• Lead weekly team meetings and planning.
• Oversee budgets and manage vendor contracts.

Qualifications and experience:

Essential

• Bachelor’s Degree in science; Master’s Degree or equivalent research experience is an asset.
• At least eight years’ experience in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, or a related area; science communications or science journalism is a strong asset.
• Native-level English speaker.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to comprehend complex, scientific topics and translate them into understandable content for different audiences.
• A track record of developing communication strategies and running successful communications campaigns.
• Solid understanding of project management principles.
• Ability to analyze data and produce clear and concise presentations and reports.
• Strategic solution provider as well as operational enabler.
• Obsession with quality and accuracy.
• Curious and willing to explore new concepts.
• Able to work independently and proactively, but also a collaborative team player who works well with multi-functional groups.
• Performance-driven and comfortable with working in a dynamic global environment with tight deadlines and shifting priorities.

Desirable

• Experience with social and other digital media, digital collaboration tools, analytics tools, and content management systems.
• Basic knowledge of SEO best practices and content marketing.
• Experience coordinating projects across different teams, functions, and seniority levels.
• Experience working with colleagues and direct reports in different locations.

Apply now
Please click the ‘apply’ button on this page and submit your application in English.
Please inform us if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment experience. You can contact us at careers@frontiersin.org for any additional support.
Equal opportunity statement
Frontiers actively embraces diversity and is a safe and welcoming workplace. Recruitment is free from discrimination – including based on race, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. With employees from more than 50 different nations, our diversity creates vibrant teams and constantly challenges us to appreciate multiple perspectives.

• Develop, plan and deliver the short, medium, and long-term communications vision, and subsequent communications plans, to support the visibility, brand perception, and strategic development of Frontiers in Science and the Frontiers Forum.
• Create engaging, high-quality content - including press releases and scientific explainers - for promoting scientific articles in Frontiers in Science to strategic audiences, ensuring scientific accuracy and brand adherence.
• Commission and co-ordinate the production of related assets, including videos and infographics, providing creative direction, scripts and scientific oversight.
• Create compelling promotional materials to attract high-profile authors and speakers to the two strategic initiatives, including web copy, presentation slides, and brochures.
• Oversee large-scale communication campaigns across multiple external and internal channels – including microsites, email, press, social and other digital media, and at events – to meet objectives and support business growth.
• Design and document timelines and efficient workflows between internal and external teams for timely execution of all content and campaigns.
• Develop new communications initiatives by recognizing growth and development opportunities informed by competitor and market analyses.
• Track and analyze campaign metrics and report on KPIs, providing recommendations for continual campaign optimization and improvements to processes.
• Line manage a team of communication specialists; responsible for defining team roles, hiring team members, and setting up the appropriate team structures.
• Monitor team performance and professional development, setting objectives, and conducting annual performance reviews.
• Lead weekly team meetings and planning.
• Oversee budgets and manage vendor contracts