Director, Corporate Communications

At Viridian, we are focused on developing best‑in‑class medicines for people living with autoimmune and rare diseases. Leveraging our team’s expertise in antibody discovery and engineering, we have created a robust pipeline of differentiated investigational therapeutic candidates for well‑validated targets.

Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Communications, the Director of Corporate Communications will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of the internal and external communications strategy for the company. This individual will play a significant role in shaping the reputation of Viridian externally through corporate messaging, media and public relations, executive thought leadership, and digital and social media content. This individual will also contribute to building and maintaining Viridian’s dynamic team culture by ensuring employees are well‑informed and engaged in Viridian’s mission, vision, and values, through a transparent and engaging employee communications program.

This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office‑based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week.

Responsibilities (including, but not limited to)

Contribute to the development and execution of a strategic communications plan that supports Viridian’s business objectives and strengthens corporate reputation

Drive external communications strategy and execution, including corporate message development, media relations, thought leadership, and digital content development

Lead media engagements and manage media agency partners, ensuring high‑quality execution and alignment with strategic priorities

Provide strategic communications support to the executive team, including consistent and timely communications during key business milestones, internal and external events, and issues or crises

Oversee content development for corporate website and social media channels, ensuring alignment with brand standards, strategic priorities, and audience needs

Lead internal communications initiatives that ensure employees are informed, inspired, while reinforcing Viridian’s mission, vision, values, and strategic priorities

Partner cross‑functionally to ensure clear, consistent, and aligned messaging across all stakeholders

Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure all internal and external communications align with corporate policies and/or regulatory requirements, enabling the delivery of effective and compliant messages to all audiences

Qualifications

Requires 12+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, ideally within the biotech or life sciences sector

Bachelor’s degree required; Degree in communications, journalism, English, or related discipline preferred

Proven track record of developing and executing integrated communications strategies in high‑growth, pre‑commercial or commercial‑stage biotech environments

Demonstrated success in both internal and external communications functions in a fast‑paced, evolving organization

Exceptional writing, storytelling, and editing skills with an ability to translate complex science into accessible, compelling messaging

Strategic thinker with strong project management and cross‑functional collaboration skills

Comfortable engaging with senior executives and managing communications at the highest levels

Experience managing vendors, external partners, and media relations

Strong commitment to ethical standards

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.) and communications tools such as Canva, intranet platforms, email marketing tools, and digital signage applications

Ability to travel up to 10%

The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience

Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Competitive pay and stock options for all employees

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage

Life, Travel and AD&D

401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns

Various fertility, mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.

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