Job Description

This is a hybrid position, working partially at the client site in Washington D.C., and partially remote. All candidates must be based in the Washington D.C. area.

Spire Communications is hiring a full-time, highly skilled senior communications professional with demonstrated expertise in media relations and public relations (PR)/ public affairs (PA) writing to join our team. This position is an exceptional opportunity to support organizations that are revolutionizing biomedical research and health innovation.

We will consider only senior-level candidates with at least 10 years’ experience in PR/PA (including at least 5 years in health research or life sciences) and a demonstrated history of successful media relations placements.

Spire Communications is a woman-owned strategic communications and creative firm based in Alexandria, VA, specializing in communications for science, technology, and engineering organizations across the government and private sectors.

What You’ll Do

• Lead proactive and reactive media relations
• Work closely with local, national, and global news media
• Write, edit, and promote press releases, media interview responses, talking points, bylines, and other public affairs documents that include scientific and technical information
• Write content for social media and web
• Create messaging and positioning strategies
• Create communications plans for new clients

What You’ll Bring to Spire

• 10+ years of communications experience
• Background in biomedical technology, health sciences, or healthcare communications
• Ability to manage large accounts independently with minimal supervision
• Foundational knowledge with social media for LinkedIn and Twitter
• Expertise in media relations, crisis communications, and positioning

What We Offer

• Medical (United Healthcare) and dental (CareFirst BCBS) plans paid at 100%
• Monthly $50 “wellness” stipend for gym memberships, spa services, etc.
• Life and disability insurance (short and long-term)
• Generous PTO and federal holidays
• Flexible home/office environment
• Home office expense reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with automatic 3% of salary employer contribution
• Employee referral bonuses
• Annual stipend for employee and/or job-related training

Equal Opportunity Statement

Spire Communications is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veterans’ status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.