Communications Specialist
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Life Sciences Workplace Type:
Remote (Hybrid 2 days onsite in Washington, DC) Reference ID:
JN -012026-105176 Date Posted:
01/25/2026 Join a leading nonprofit scientific society dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and supporting the global scientific community. Our organization collaborates with professionals across academia, industry, and government to deliver trusted research publications, educational resources, and critical advocacy initiatives. We pride ourselves on integrity, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact in society through effective communication of scientific discoveries. Please note: Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis. Our W2 consultants enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, a 401k with company matching, and life insurance. Compensation:
$31.00 to $34.00/hr. W2 Key Responsibilities: Issue press releases via news distribution platforms, email services, and science news outlets. Establish and manage communication content production workflows to ensure timely delivery and high-quality standards. Track and analyze media coverage reports with existing tools, supplying insights for internal awareness and promotion. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and campaign-specific reports detailing communication activities using qualitative and quantitative metrics. Support external communications initiatives, including social media campaigns, journalist outreach, event communications, and media correspondences. Qualifications: 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in communications, public relations, media management, or project coordination. Strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail. Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities. Proven capacity to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment. Familiarity with email distribution tools and basic HTML is beneficial. Prior experience with media monitoring and reporting tools is a plus. Knowledge in scientific or nonprofit communications is preferred. Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic setting is advantageous. Familiarity with scientific journal publishing is a plus. Education: Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related discipline. Eliassen Group is committed to transparency in recruitment. We utilize AI tools to assist in the initial screening process. You may receive notifications from our Virtual Recruiting Team regarding your application. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by human recruiters prior to any hiring decisions.
Contract Category:
Marketing Industry:
Life Sciences Workplace Type:
Remote (Hybrid 2 days onsite in Washington, DC) Reference ID:
JN -012026-105176 Date Posted:
01/25/2026 Join a leading nonprofit scientific society dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and supporting the global scientific community. Our organization collaborates with professionals across academia, industry, and government to deliver trusted research publications, educational resources, and critical advocacy initiatives. We pride ourselves on integrity, collaboration, and making a meaningful impact in society through effective communication of scientific discoveries. Please note: Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a W2 basis. Our W2 consultants enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, a 401k with company matching, and life insurance. Compensation:
$31.00 to $34.00/hr. W2 Key Responsibilities: Issue press releases via news distribution platforms, email services, and science news outlets. Establish and manage communication content production workflows to ensure timely delivery and high-quality standards. Track and analyze media coverage reports with existing tools, supplying insights for internal awareness and promotion. Prepare monthly, quarterly, and campaign-specific reports detailing communication activities using qualitative and quantitative metrics. Support external communications initiatives, including social media campaigns, journalist outreach, event communications, and media correspondences. Qualifications: 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in communications, public relations, media management, or project coordination. Strong project management skills with meticulous attention to detail. Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities. Proven capacity to juggle multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment. Familiarity with email distribution tools and basic HTML is beneficial. Prior experience with media monitoring and reporting tools is a plus. Knowledge in scientific or nonprofit communications is preferred. Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic setting is advantageous. Familiarity with scientific journal publishing is a plus. Education: Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related discipline. Eliassen Group is committed to transparency in recruitment. We utilize AI tools to assist in the initial screening process. You may receive notifications from our Virtual Recruiting Team regarding your application. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by human recruiters prior to any hiring decisions.