POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic & Executive Communications Leadership
Develop and execute a comprehensive, integrated communications and public relations strategy aligned with Einstein’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
Advance institutional reputation and visibility nationally and internationally across biomedical research and medical and graduate education.Partner closely with senior leadership to shape institutional messaging and thought leadership initiatives.Develop speeches, presentations, talking points, op-eds, correspondence, and strategic messaging for senior leadership and the Dean’s Office.Ensure consistency of messaging across all institutional platforms and stakeholder audiences.Financial & Resource ManagementManage the department’s budget in accordance with college policies and guidelines.Identify cost-savings opportunities and ensure responsible stewardship of resources.Ensure operational effectiveness and continuous improvement.
Media Relations & Public AffairsLead proactive and reactive media relations efforts involving scientific discoveries, faculty expertise, educational innovation, community engagement, and institutional milestones.Manage crisis and emergency communications in coordination with Montefiore Einstein’s public relations department and emergency management committee.Prepare leadership for media interviews, public appearances, and high-profile engagements.
Content & Digital StrategyOversee institutional storytelling across digital, print, social, video, and multimedia channels.Collaborate with development and alumni affairs, admissions, faculty affairs, and research leadership to amplify Einstein’s impact and achievements.Guide editorial strategy highlighting faculty research, student success, community engagement, and scientific innovation.
Team LeadershipLead and mentor communications and public relations staff while fostering a culture of creativity, responsiveness, collaboration, and accountability.Manage freelancers and and vendors as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or related fields.
Minimum 15 years of progressively senior communications and/or marketing leadership experience.Experience in academic medicine, higher education, healthcare, biomedical research, or related mission-driven organizations.Demonstrated success leading integrated communications and media strategies in complex organizations.Exceptional writing, editing, and executive communication skills.Proven crisis communications and reputation management experience.Experience advising senior executives and institutional leaders.
Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree preferred.Experience within an academic medical center, medical school, or research institution is strongly preferred.Experience supporting fundraising or advancement communications initiatives.
Additional InformationIn compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is listed below. Albert Einstein College of Medicine considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Minimum Salary RangeUSD $210,000.00/Yr.
Maximum Salary RangeUSD $240,000.00/Yr.
