Manager, External & Scientific Communications

Reimagine the infrastructure of cancer care within a community that values integrity, inspires growth, and is uniquely positioned to create a more modern, connected oncology ecosystem. We’re looking for a Manager, External & Scientific Communications to help us accomplish our mission to improve and extend lives by learning from the experience of every person with cancer. Are you ready to be the next changemaker in cancer care?

We're seeking a strategic communications leader to own Flatiron's external narrative and scientific communications strategy. This role is responsible for elevating Flatiron's visibility as an innovation leader in oncology through integrated communications campaigns, executive thought leadership, and scientific storytelling. The ideal candidate will serve as a trusted strategic advisor to senior leadership and cross-functional teams, translating complex scientific and product innovations into compelling narratives that drive market positioning and business impact. In addition, your core responsibilities will include:

Strategic Communications & Campaign Development

• Develop and execute integrated communications plans across multiple business units (Evidence, Point of Care, Clinical Research, Life Sciences partnerships)

• Partner with cross-functional teams to align messaging and priorities, ensuring consistency across external channels

• Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leadership on communications strategy and market positioning

• Embed within 2-3 strategic cross-functional groups (e.g., RS/RO Leadership, Executive Team, Product Leadership, Commercial Leadership) to provide ongoing strategic counsel

Scientific Communications & Thought Leadership

• Lead communications strategies supporting manuscripts, conference abstracts, publications, product launches, and scientific milestones

• Develop comprehensive conference campaigns ("curtain raisers") and social promotion plans for tier-1 research conferences (ASCO, ESMO, ISPOR, etc.)

• Develop and manage social content for executives and subject matter experts to support brand building and strategic visibility

• Create executive and subject matter expert thought leadership content across owned channels

• Build and maintain employee advocacy programs that amplify Flatiron's voice through trusted internal researchers and leaders

Social Media & Digital Strategy

• Manage corporate social channels (Twitter/X, LinkedIn) and develop editorial calendars

• Create graphics and visual content in design tools (Figma); publish and schedule content in Sprinklr

• Monitor engagement and report on social media performance metrics

• Develop and implement strategies to maintain strong share of voice in response to algorithm changes and market dynamics

Media Relations & Earned Media

• Manage relationships with external media partners and PR agencies

• Coordinate proactive and reactive media opportunities

• Conduct daily media monitoring and prepare reports

• Secure earned media coverage in tier-1 publications to reinforce Flatiron's market positioning

Communications Operations & Governance

• Oversee communications project tracking systems (Airtable) and manage timelines across multiple initiatives

• Manage procurement requests and contracts for communications vendors and tools

• Maintain organized documentation across shared platforms (Google Drive, etc.)

• Support Flatiron's communications guidelines and ensure messaging consistency across all external communications

• Develop and maintain brand and communications governance frameworks

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