Director of Corporate Communications, Freenome
$197.2-304k
2-3 days a week in office (Brisbane, CA)
Biological analysis platform for cancer
Open for applications
Biological analysis platform for cancer
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$197.2-304k
2-3 days a week in office (Brisbane, CA)
201-500 employees
Company mission
To create tools that empower everyone to prevent, detect, and treat their disease.
Role
Who you are
- Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field (advanced degree preferred)
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related roles, preferably in the biotechnology, healthcare, or life sciences industry
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful communications strategies that drive brand awareness, media coverage, and stakeholder engagement
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages for diverse audiences and channels
- Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, and project management abilities, with experience leading cross-functional teams and managing budgets
- Demonstrated experience in media relations, crisis communications, executive communications, and internal communications
- Proficiency in digital and social media platforms, analytics tools, and content management systems
What the job involves
- Freenome is seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Corporate Communications to lead our communications efforts and enhance Freenome's visibility, reputation, and stakeholder engagement
- Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer in the interim until the Chief Commercial Officer joins, you will play a critical role in shaping and driving our external and internal communications strategies to support our business objectives and mission
- Develop and execute comprehensive corporate communications strategies aligned with Freenome's vision, goals, and brand identity
- Lead the development of messaging, positioning, and narratives to effectively communicate Freenome's value proposition, achievements, and industry leadership
- Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, journalists, and industry influencers to secure positive coverage and media opportunities
- Develop and distribute press releases, media pitches, and other communications materials to enhance Freenome's visibility and thought leadership
- Partner with executive leadership to craft compelling communications for internal and external audiences, including speeches, presentations, and talking points
- Provide strategic counsel and support to executives on media interviews, public appearances, and crisis communications
- Develop and implement internal communications strategies to engage and inform employees, fostering a culture of transparency, collaboration, and alignment
- Lead the development of employee communications, newsletters, intranet content, and town hall meetings to enhance employee engagement and morale
- Oversee Freenome's digital and social media presence, including content development, social media campaigns, and analytics
- Monitor industry trends, online conversations, and competitor activity to inform digital and social media strategies and tactics
- Ensure consistency and alignment in corporate branding, messaging, and visual identity across all communications channels and materials
- Proactively manage and protect Freenome's reputation through effective crisis communications planning and response strategies
Our take
Freenome is a biotechnology company offering a biological analysis platform that uses molecular biology and machine learning to detect cancer with a routine blood draw. The platform trains on thousands of cancer-positive blood samples to recognise disease-associated patterns and help detect early-stage cancer, allowing clinicians to optimise treatments.
The company specialises in advanced computational biology, using machine learning to detect patterns among billions of circulating cell-free biomarkers. Freenome continues to focus on the development of its colorectal cancer test, potentially helping the 45 million people not currently up-to-date on colorectal cancer screening guidelines in the United States.
Following its 2022 funding round, the company surpassed the $1 billion funding mark. Freenome is set to accelerate the development of its platform, testing for additional cancers and furthering its blood test detection technology. It's also forming partnerships for R&D purposes, joining forces with health firms such as Geisinger to provide real-world data that could help it detect multiple cancers.
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Insights
Company
Funding (last 2 of 7 rounds)
Feb 2024
$254m
LATE VC
Dec 2021
$300m
SERIES D
Total funding: $1.1bn
Company values
- Strive for Greatness: We choose to take on cancer not because it's easy, but because it's hard
- Servant Leadership: We lead by example and help others grow to their full potential
- Trust: We recognize trust is built over time and value long-term relationships, not short-term transactions
- Integrity: We courageously do what is right, and are fact-based, data-driven, and accountable for results
- Empathy: We seek to understand before being understood and build products that equitably serve diverse communities
Company HQ
The East Side, South San Francisco, CA
Articles
Leadership
Riley Ennis
(Co-Founder & PO)Studied at Yale, Johns Hopkins and Dartmouth. Was a Thiel Fellow and co-founded Immudicon and Oncolinx.
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