• Develop and implement media strategies to promote the Foundation’s research mission and encourage patient engagement with its clinical studies 

• Create target lists, pitches, news releases, fact sheets and other materials 

• Prepare/train internal and external spokespeople for interviews and speaking engagements through the development of strategic messaging and prompt scheduling 

• Evaluate and respond to responsive media, spokesperson and brand requests in a timely manner 

• Lead the review and shepherd internal and external approval of promotional plans and materials from research grantee and partners 

• Contribute to the preparation and on-the-ground support of events where press may be present 

• Build relationships with an external roster of diverse key opinion leaders 

Corporate Communications: 

• Develop plans and content to share secured stories, including writing and editing promotional materials (blog articles, social posts and others as needed) 

• Support the management of a content roadmap that includes priority events, upcoming programs and press milestones 

• Serve as a key contributor to the Foundation’s project management process by relaying corporate communications timelines and emerging needs 

• Contribute to general research communications writing, proofreading of content 
   

Qualifications and Skills:  

• Relevant experience in strategic communications/public relations with relevant experience in health care and/or scientific research 

• Relevant experience translating complex scientific information in a clear, accurate and convincing manner. 

• Proficiency and innate curiosity in health, research and Parkinson’s science, with a specific focus on the media landscape in these areas 

• Exceptional judgment in press and brand evaluating inquiries 

• Strong writing and messaging experience in a variety of mediums (emails, blogs, social, news releases/pitches) 

• Strong attention to detail and organization skills to strategically connect dots across teams 

• Top-notch communicator with ability to foster relationships with stakeholders at all levels 

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000.  In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• 15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums) 

• Competitive dental and vision plans 

• 401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution 

• Flexible spending accounts 

• Employer paid life and disability insurance  

• 18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4 

• Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work.  We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.   

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.   

How to Apply:  
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted. 

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, the Foundation has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.