Principal Manager, Internal Communications – Research

Job Summary

Principal Manager, Internal Communications - Research 12 Months

About the Role

Join the Research Communications team on a 12-month contract to establish the foundational internal communications infrastructure for Research departments.

Responsibilities

• Design and establish foundational internal communications infrastructure for Research departments, including communication frameworks, planning processes, governance, templates, and best practices.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop communication strategies that bring clarity to complex business priorities and strengthen employee understanding and engagement.
• Create repeatable communications approaches that improve consistency across the Research organization while allowing flexibility for departmental needs.
• Lead executive communications, including leadership messaging, narratives, town halls, and communications for high-impact organizational moments.
• Step in to lead and deliver strategic employee-focused programs and experiences, including Research-wide meetings, leadership forums, engagement initiatives, and other high-visibility events.
• Design communication plans that support organizational priorities, scientific milestones, and employee engagement initiatives from strategy through execution.
• Gather and interpret employee feedback and engagement insights, translating them into actionable recommendations for leaders.
• Collaborate across gRED to ensure communications are aligned with broader enterprise priorities.
• Support communications related to organizational evolution and change initiatives, helping leaders communicate with transparency, empathy, and confidence.
• Introduce modern communications practices and continuously improve effectiveness through measurement, feedback, and data-driven insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) required.
• 10+ years of experience in internal communications within complex, matrixed organizations.
• Significant experience supporting Research, scientific, or technical organizations within biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or related industries.
• Demonstrated expertise in strategic communications, executive communications, and employee engagement.
• Experience designing communications frameworks, operating models, or foundational communications capabilities that enable organizations to communicate more effectively.
• Proven ability to quickly establish credibility and influence senior leaders.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to lead multiple strategic initiatives simultaneously.
• Comfortable operating at both strategic and execution levels in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree or background in life sciences or a related field preferred.
• Experience across both internal and external communications preferred.
• Consulting or advisory experience supporting senior executives preferred.
• Experience designing large-scale employee engagement programs, leadership events, or internal conferences preferred.

Benefits

The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

Hybrid (Wed anchor day, the other two onsite days are negotiable).

Travel

One week in Monterey, CA for a team meeting.

Company Information

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.