Public Relations and Corporate Communications Manager

Job Description

Myriad Genetics discovers, develops, and commercializes molecular genetic tests in a diverse portfolio across oncology, women’s health, and mental health. We are a pioneer and leader in genomic research with decades of data and credibility with payers, clinicians and patients. We are continuing to drive scalable innovation through new and enhanced products and technology that address unmet medical needs.

About this Role:

The Public Relations Manager will play a key role in shaping and amplifying Myriad Genetics’ reputation as a leader in precision medicine and genetic testing. This PR manager will lead a proactive and progressive public relations program focused on advancing Myriad Genetics’ reputation among key external stakeholders and influencers, including media, industry analysts, and influencers, in addition to increasing awareness, enhancing credibility and strengthening engagement across media, healthcare and industry audiences.

The public relations leader will oversee corporate media relations, issues/crisis communications, product/business PR. The ideal candidate is a skilled communicator and storyteller with experience managing media relations, driving PR campaigns, and coordinating agency partners. This role will lead content planning and brand voice for external corporate platforms and partner with the business including senior leaders and business unit teams. The position will have shared responsibilities for community relations activities.

About You:

Our ideal candidate brings passion for the pillars of our culture: collaborative, innovative, inclusive, caring, and committed. This PR and External Communications Manager will be curious, proactive, able to work across organizations, and driven to help shape the future of this company. At Myriad Genetics, our future is yours to create.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute public relations program and strategies including media relations, crisis communications/issues management, stakeholder relations, and community relations, that strengthen Myriad’s reputation and visibility.
• Drive strong two-way communications with external audiences, print, broadcast, trade, and media.
• Develop and convey compelling messages and position newsworthy development that differentiate Myriad.
• Create, revise, and implement communications material that delivers key messages to target audiences that are consistent with branding, messaging, and digital strategies.
• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate proactive public relations campaigns, event marketing, and related initiatives leveraging industry best practices.
• Collaborate across Marketing and Corporate Communications to ensure consistent messaging.
• Build and maintain relationships with key media and industry outlets; manage inquiries and coverage opportunities.
• Draft and distribute press releases, media statements, bylines, blog content, and executive communications.
• Oversee PR agencies and external partners to ensure alignment with company goals.
• Support executives with media preparation, thought leadership, and speaking opportunities.
• Track and report media coverage, sentiment, and impact.
• Support crisis communications and rapid response as needed.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field. Agency, in-house, and global experience preferred.
• 4 – 6+ years of public relations, communications and/or media experience. Biotech and/or Healthcare experience is preferred.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills and experience with the ability to translate complex topics into clear, compelling messages.
• Experience managing PR agencies, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Proven success in working cooperatively and strategically in a team-oriented matrixed environment with the ability to influence and interact with all levels of leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple deadline-driven projects simultaneously, aligning enterprise and business communications strategies.
• Strong work ethic and the desire to make an impact.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed organization with multiple priorities.

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Physical Requirements

Lifting Requirements – light work or exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Physical Requirements – stationary positioning, moving, operating, ascending/descending, communicating, and observing. Use of equipment and tools necessary to perform essential job functions.

EEO

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

About Us

Myriad Genetics is a leading molecular diagnostic testing and precision medicine company dedicated to advancing health and well-being for all. Myriad Genetics develops and offers molecular tests that help assess the risk of developing disease or disease progression and guide treatment decisions across medical specialties where molecular insights can significantly improve patient care and lower healthcare costs. For more information, visit www.myriad.com.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on inclusion and belonging at our company. In hiring and all other employment decisions, we prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of any protected characteristic, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Myriad Genetics is an inclusive work environment and welcomes all applicants. If you need assistance submitting your application due to a disability, you can request an accommodation by contacting [email protected].

Please answer all questions completely. Please do not provide any information not specifically requested on this Employment Application form.

Myriad Genetics will never request payment, solicit personal financial information, or conduct interviews via informal channels (e.g., personal email, text messages). All opportunity-related communication with Myriad Genetics will come from our employees, whose e-mail addresses end with “@myriad.com.”

About the Team

At Myriad, our goal is to make a difference in patients’ lives and our work has been guided by this mission throughout the Company’s history. Myriad is focused on revolutionizing patient care through the discovery, development and marketing of transformative molecular diagnostic tests that address pressing clinical needs across multiple medical specialties. Since 1991, Myriad has invested heavily in educating patients and healthcare professionals about the role genes and proteins play in disease. Millions of patients have already benefited from Myriad’s tests, which helps healthcare professionals better manage and tailor medical care. Today, Myriad continues this strong tradition. We are expanding our reach and increasing our impact on patient care by introducing new molecular diagnostic and companion diagnostic tests for a growing number of diseases.

Minimum Salary: 100,600.00
Midpoint Salary: 120,700.00

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