Job#: 3021703 Job Description: Title: Communications Manager
Location: Hybrid (3x per week) in Redwood City
Duration: 9 months
Start Date: March 2026
This role leads external communications for an organization working at the intersection of frontier AI and advanced biological research, partnering closely with internal AI research teams to develop, coordinate, and execute strategic communications that support organizational goals. The position also contributes to broader marketing and communications efforts, helping shape the organization's positioning as a leader in AI-enabled science.
What You'll Do- Develop and execute integrated communications strategies for AI modeling and science-technology initiatives, including launches of AI models, datasets, software tools, and research outputs.
- Build and manage media and influencer outreach strategies to strengthen credibility, visibility, and impact.
- Partner with AI and science leaders to identify thought-leadership opportunities and provide executive communications support for speaking engagements, press interactions, and other public-facing activities.
- Collaborate across teams to create or support content development related to AI research, including press releases, statements, briefing materials, blogs, social content, website copy, and other communications materials.
What You'll Bring- 10-12 years of experience in AI/technology and/or science communications; a mix of agency and in-house experience preferred.
- Experience in fast-moving, science-focused or technology-driven environments.
- Proven track record of producing high-impact strategic communications plans.
- Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working with stakeholders at all levels, including executives.
- Demonstrated success working with reporters and non-traditional influencers, with examples of earned coverage.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
- Comfort operating in an ambiguous, fast-paced, matrixed environment; collaborative mindset and adaptability.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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