Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq ARWR) is a commercial stage biopharmaceutical company that develops medicines that treat intractable diseases by silencing the genes that cause them. Using a broad portfolio of RNA chemistries and efficient modes of delivery, Arrowhead therapies trigger the RNA interference mechanism to induce rapid, deep, and durable knockdown of target genes. RNA interference, or RNAi, is a mechanism present in living cells that inhibits the expression of a specific gene, thereby affecting the production of a specific protein. Arrowhead’s RNAi-based therapeutics leverage this natural pathway of gene silencing.
Arrowhead is focused on developing innovative drugs for diseases with a genetic basis, typically characterized by the overproduction of one or more proteins that are involved with disease. The depth and versatility of our RNAi technologies enables us to potentially address conditions in virtually any therapeutic area and pursue disease targets that are not otherwise addressable by small molecules and biologics. Arrowhead is leading the field in bringing the promise of RNAi to address diseases outside of the liver, and our clinical pipeline includes disease targets in the liver and lung with a promising pipeline of preclinical candidates.
Arrowhead’s corporate headquarters is in Pasadena, CA with research and development teams in Madison, WI & San Diego, CA, and a state of the art manufacturing facility in Verona, WI. Our employees are nimble, science-driven innovators who are collaborating to bring new therapies to patients in need.
The Position
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Manager of Corporate Communications to develop and deliver clear, accurate communications about our company, science, and progress as a commercial stage biopharmaceutical company. This role will manage day to day corporate communications projects across media relations, digital channels, and company content, while supporting communications for current products, future launches, and pipeline milestones.
Working with the Investor Relations and Corporate Communications team and partnering across the company, the Manager will turn complex scientific and business information into useful materials for external and internal audiences. The role calls for excellent writing, careful project management, and sound judgment in a regulated environment.
This role is based in Pasadena, CA, with an expectation to be in the office five days a week.
This position may be filled at the Manager level based on experience and qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Communications programs — Execute corporate communications plans and manage assigned projects, calendars, deadlines, and deliverables for company news, scientific milestones, and commercial developments.
- Content development — Draft and edit press releases, media materials, website copy, social media posts, executive talking points, presentations, and internal updates; tailor technical content to each audience.
- Media relations — Support proactive media outreach and respond to incoming requests in coordination with team leadership; maintain reporter lists, prepare briefing materials, and track coverage.
- Digital channels — Manage routine updates to the corporate website and social media channels, coordinate publication and approvals, monitor performance, and recommend practical improvements.
- Cross functional coordination — Work with Investor Relations, Commercial, Medical, Legal, Regulatory, Human Resources, and other teams to gather information, align messaging, and move materials through review.
- Agency and project management — Coordinate day to day work with external agencies and vendors, review deliverables, track timelines and costs, and flag issues or decisions for team leadership.
- Measurement and readiness — Compile communications metrics and coverage reports; maintain approved messages, media materials, and other resources for upcoming announcements and events.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
- Approximately 8 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related work
- Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to explain scientific, clinical, and business information accurately to different audiences.
- Experience creating press materials, supporting media outreach, and managing website or social media content.
- Ability to coordinate reviews with multiple stakeholders, apply feedback, and work within legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements.
- Strong organization and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and follow through on details.
- Good judgment about when to resolve a routine issue independently and when to escalate a sensitive issue or strategic decision.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external agency partners.
- You may be required to travel approximately 10–15%.
Preferred
- Experience working in the following industries - biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or healthcare.
- Experience supporting communications for a product launch, scientific data announcement, or other major biotechnology or pharmaceutical milestone.
- Familiarity with investor and financial communications at a public company.
- Experience working with content management systems, social publishing tools, and media monitoring or analytics platforms.
- Interest in science driven storytelling and Arrowhead’s mission to advance RNAi based therapeutics.
Arrowhead provides competitive salaries and an excellent benefit package.
Candidates must have current, valid authorization to work in the country where this role is located.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field
- Approximately 8 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or related work
- Strong writing and editing skills, including the ability to accurately explain scientific, clinical, and business information
- Experience creating press materials, supporting media outreach, and managing website or social media content
- Ability to coordinate reviews with multiple stakeholders and work within legal, regulatory, and compliance requirements
- Strong organization and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Sound judgment about resolving routine issues and escalating sensitive issues or strategic decisions
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and external agency partners
- Ability to travel approximately 10-15%
- Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, or healthcare
- Experience supporting communications for a product launch, scientific data announcement, or major biotechnology or pharmaceutical milestone
- Familiarity with investor and financial communications at a public company
- Experience with content management systems, social publishing tools, and media monitoring or analytics platforms
- Interest in science-driven storytelling and RNAi-based therapeutics
What We Do
Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals is a clinical stage, Nasdaq listed (ticker ARWR) company developing medicines that treat intractable diseases by silencing the genes that cause them. Using a broad portfolio of RNA chemistries and efficient modes of delivery, our therapies trigger the RNA interference mechanism to induce rapid, deep and durable knockdown of target genes. RNA interference, or RNAi, is a mechanism present in living cells that inhibits the expression of a specific gene, thereby affecting the production of a specific protein. Our RNAi-based therapeutics are at the leading edge of genetic-based therapy with the potential to bring life changing treatments for patients. Our Targeted RNAi Molecule (TRiMTM) platform utilizes ligand-mediated delivery and is designed to enable tissue-specific targeting while being structurally simple. The TRiM platform builds on more than a decade of work on actively targeted drug delivery and offers several advantages including simplified manufacturing and reduced costs; multiple routes of administration; and potential for improved safety. Our employees are nimble, science-driven, and innovative professionals. A career at Arrowhead offers the opportunity to collaborate with top notch scientists to rapidly discover and develop RNAi-based therapeutics to add to our growing pipeline. Research and development activities are located in Madison, WI. Our R&D group includes fully-integrated capabilities for chemistry, biology, and toxicology. Madison is an exciting and sophisticated city that includes state government, the flagship campus of the University of Wisconsin, and major research organizations. Our HQ, clinical and regulatory operations are located in Pasadena, CA. Just north of Los Angeles and resting in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena is known for its natural scenic beauty, vibrant cultural and academic environment and rich architectural setting.
