Develop, implement, and maintain strategic communications plans that support NIH initiatives.
Create and disseminate internal and external communications products, including press releases, briefing materials, peer-reviewed publications, poster presentations, and meeting presentations.
Collaborate with technical, scientific, and program teams to identify accomplishments, lessons learned, and success stories, and communicate program impact to internal and external audiences.
Create visually engaging presentations, infographics, and other communications assets that comply with federal communications standards, plain language principles, accessibility requirements (Section 508), and organizational branding guidelines.

5+ years of experience in communications, strategic communications, public affairs, marketing communications, or related disciplines.
Bachelor’s degree.
Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence required due to federal contract requirements.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and collaboration platforms such as Teams or SharePoint.
Familiarity with basic artificial intelligence, generative AI, data science, digital transformation, or emerging technology initiatives.

Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process.
Flexible working hours.
Professional development opportunities.
Health insurance benefits.

Communications Specialist

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