Head of Communications

As a Senior Leader in the Marketing & Communications department, the Head of Communications plays a pivotal role in shaping and executing a comprehensive communication strategy that delivers on PLOS's mission to drive meaningful change in Open Science across the scholarly publishing landscape.

• Build and deliver a comprehensive communications strategy that ensures delivery on PLOS's mission and strategic goals
• Lead PLOS's social media channels (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube) and media office to ensure high-level media share of voice
• Implement a robust governance framework across all organizational channels to ensure alignment with PLOS brand values and tone of voice
• Build reporting and measurement framework across all communications activity to drive growth strategies aligned with organizational objectives

This role creates positive change by driving open science forward with measurable, meaningful change in research publishing, policy, and practice, working toward a future where science is open to all, for all.

• Demonstrated working experience as a Senior Communications professional or relevant experience for academic journals, ideally including Open Access products
• Superb writing and editing skills with superior communication skills and attention to detail
• Strong people manager with proven experience building and developing teams
• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications and/or a scientific discipline is preferable

The base salary range is $145,000 - $200,000. PLOS offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 401k with employer match
• Employee sponsored health, dental and vision insurance (Dental and Vision 100% employer paid)
• Paid Vacation, 11 public holidays and sick leave
• Parental leave
• Birthday and three winter holidays days off
• Short term and long term disability insurance
• 2 days paid time off for volunteering per year
• Fully remote work environment with stipend on joining for home office