Health Communications Manager

Axle • Rockville, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Axle is hiring a Health Communications Manager/Science Writer to support the NIAID Division of Intramural Research (DIR). The role provides scientific writing, analytical, and policy advisory support related to recruiting, appointing, recognizing, and retaining the scientific workforce. It translates complex research findings and policy information into clear, accurate materials for scientific leaders, administrators, and general audiences. The position is primarily based at the NIH/NIAID facility in Rockville, Maryland, with work that may also involve the Bethesda, Maryland, or Hamilton, Montana campuses.

The position requires in-depth subject-matter knowledge and familiarity with Title 42, Title 38, and SBRS authorities. It supports NIH scientific and administrative leadership with policy interpretation and implementation, prepares and reviews personnel and scientific documents, and helps improve operational tools and workflows. The posting also describes community outreach, conference participation, and collaboration with community organizations and management on communications materials.

Requirements

• Master's degree or higher in a biomedical research field.
• In-depth subject-matter knowledge relevant to the role.
• Command of Title 42, Title 38, and SBRS authorities, as described in the position overview.
• Ability to write and edit scientific, policy, and personnel materials and explain complex research findings in plain language.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit recommendation memos and justification documents for scientific positions.
• Prepare clear, plain-language products explaining complex research findings for scientific, administrative, and general audiences.
• Collaborate with NIH scientific and administrative leadership on policy interpretation and implementation.
• Provide guidance on Title 42 and related policies, procedures, and requirements to senior-level and program-level managers, including at meetings and by phone and email.
• Provide coverage for Case Development Specialists, including support for personnel packages, as needed.
• Prepare briefing materials and complex scientific summaries across a broad range of diseases and research areas.
• Develop specialized reports and memos on complex subject matter for different purposes and audiences.
• Review materials prepared by DIR staff for accuracy and advise on revisions.
• Develop scientific and technical materials about DIR research programs, activities, and accomplishments.
• Provide support to committee management teams as needed.
• Analyze personnel action tracking tools and determine next steps.
• Identify tools and software that could improve operations.
• Draft and review award nominations and related documents.
• Draft and review salary benchmarks and related documents for T42, T38, and SBRS appointments, conversions, and pay adjustments.
• Review Livelink workflows for quality assurance related to appointments, conversions, and pay adjustments.
• Coordinate community outreach efforts and activities for the program.
• Attend and present at major conferences or meetings and participate in discussions with community groups.
• Establish collaborative relationships with community organizations, such as community health centers, state medical agencies, and managed care organizations.
• Coordinate analysis and evaluation of outreach activities, including internal and external partnerships.
• Work with management to coordinate the content of materials, advertisements, and marketing messages.
• Complete NIH-required training and perform additional project work or duties at the task leader's request.

Benefits

• 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) match up to 5%
• Educational benefits for career growth
• Employee referral bonus
• Flexible spending accounts, including healthcare FSA, parking reimbursement account, dependent care assistance program, and transportation reimbursement account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level