Director, Public Relations and Communications

EyePoint Pharmaceuticals•Watertown, MA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At EyePoint , leadership trusts our employees to get the job done. The patient-centric and award-winning approach we’re taking in business fuels our: focus on science and innovation, we aim to offer a lifetime of clearer vision commitment to developing and commercializing innovative therapeutics to improve the lives of patients with serious retinal diseases Delivery of innovative therapeutics to protect vision, specializing in sustained-release treatments for serious retinal diseases. EyePoint offers robust total rewards in a science-based entrepreneurial culture that empowers curiosity and innovation to help catapult your career. There’s space for every voice and perspective to be heard in our on-site and remote environments where a variety of strengths and diverse backgrounds are connected.

Requirements

Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; able to communicate complex ideas clearly
Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize, communicate effectively across teams, and meet deadlines
Ability to conceptualize and deliver digital content combined with experience in social media
Strong balance of strategic planning and hands-on content execution
Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple departments
Must have a "roll-up their sleeves" get things done work style understanding both tactical and strategic work are requirements
Highly organized, adaptable, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, environment
Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, ownership, and passion for delivering results
Proficient in using analytics to assess and improve communications effectiveness
Skilled in managing external vendors and agency partnerships collaboratively
Maintains discretion and professionalism with sensitive information
8–10 years of relevant experience in PR, communications, or related fields
In-depth pharmaceutical/biotech/life science industry experience

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

The Director of Public Relations and Communications will drive strategic business initiatives through the planning, development, and implementation of public relations programs, external messaging and related activities.
You’ll translate strategic priorities into impactful messaging, guide the organization’s public voice, corporate brand identity, and offer insights to refine overall communications efforts.
The person in this role will lead the development of the strategy, operating plans, budget and execution of the public relations program and manage the external PR firm.
Develop and implement a thoughtful public relations strategy to maximize the Company’s milestones and long-term value creation
Lead the development of communication plans to target key stakeholders, including internal leadership and external audiences, ensuring consistent and clear communication of Eyepoint's value proposition.
Work cross-functionally with Medical, Pre-Commercial, IR and HR to ensure consistency and accuracy of external messaging
Monitor communications performance using data and analytics; report metrics and recommend improvements
Manage digital presence, including social media and corporate website, to boost engagement and reach
Maintain and update internal brand assets, templates, and presentation materials
Write, edit, and develop high-impact content for key internal and external audiences; contribute to key communications deliverables
Create audience-specific resources such as communications toolkits, talking points, Q&As
Partner with cross-functional teams to align PR activities with marketing campaigns and medical communication activities and assist in reaching a variety of audiences
Manage PR agency relationships, ensuring deliverables meet strategic objectives and align with brand priorities
Create quarterly media reports highlighting performance, coverage metrics, and opportunities for improvement
Track results of PR campaigns and events to optimize future strategies
Continually refine PR strategies to support evolving corporate goals and product innovations