Senior Marketing & Communications Specialist

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

About the role

The Sr. Marketing & Communications Specialist acts as an account specialist for assigned Battelle business lines to develop marketing campaigns that support lead generation and sales goals. This role partners closely with business line leaders, business development, commercial sales, and the Marketing and Communications team to plan, coordinate, and deliver end-to-end integrated campaigns that increase awareness, accelerate pipeline, and support growth opportunities in highly regulated and complex industries.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic partner for assigned business lines, helping subject-matter experts define marketing campaigns to support business goals.
• Plan and deliver clear, timely, and engaging marketing content across agreed channels, including digital, email, conferences & trade shows, printed materials, social media, and advertising.
• Translate business, technical, and strategic topics into messages that are accessible, relevant, and meaningful for diverse audiences.
• Coordinate and manage cross-functional development of marketing materials (e.g., blogs, white papers, slick sheets), collaborating with writers, designers, and other specialists as needed.
• Demonstrate strong judgment and discretion when handling sensitive, confidential, or time-sensitive information.
• Coordinate with vendors/agencies and paid/partner initiatives.
• Maintain editorial calendars, timelines, and content plans for supported areas, ensuring alignment with broader enterprise communications.
• Measure effectiveness of marketing campaigns and generate insights to optimize future activities.
• Ensure all marketing communications for supported areas adhere to Battelle’s brand, voice, and style guidelines and are consistent with enterprise messaging and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English, Marketing, or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in marketing communications or a closely related field, with demonstrated experience managing client or stakeholder relationships and delivering strategic communication support; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, polished interpersonal skills, and familiarity with a broad range of communication channels, techniques, and technologies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating artificial intelligence into work processes, marketing campaigns, and content development.
• Experience operating in regulated environments with rigorous review/approval processes.
• Experience working with Salesforce, CMS, web analytics, or marketing automation/journey tools.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $81,600 - $116,300 per year. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits

• Work-life balance: Compressed work schedule allowing for every other Friday off.
• Work flexibility: Hybrid arrangement with 60% in-office and 40% remote, typically including Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days.
• Paid time off: Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Health and wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and optional supplemental benefits.
• Family support: Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care, and family formation support.
• Retirement savings: Industry-leading 401(k) plan with a 5% employer contribution (for most employees) regardless of personal contributions, plus matching contributions.
• Education: Tuition assistance for pursuing higher education.

Work Environment

Battelle fosters a culture that inspires you to:

• Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects.
• Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery.
• Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment.
• Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders.
• Give back to and improve our communities.

Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, or client requirements, to follow certain safety protocols and be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment. Reasonable accommodations may be provided based on disability, medical condition, or sincerely held religious belief.