illumina

Associate Director of Public Relations

At a Glance

Location
US - California - San Diego, United States
Employment
Full time
Experience
7+ years
Compensation
United States of America is: $155,600 - $233,400. Should the level or location
Posted
2026-08-12

Key Requirements

Domain Knowledge

  • Biotech
  • Healthcare
  • Media

Requirements

Proven track record developing and executing successful PR campaigns within a scientific or technology-driven organization.

Experience utilizing media monitoring tools and communications analytics.

Responsibilities

The Associate Director of Public Relations at Illumina plays a pivotal role in shaping public perception of Illumina as a global leader in genomics and biotechnology.

We are looking for a go-getter who is hungry to drive media coverage and earn recognition for Illumina’s innovation and impact in the world. In this role, you will bring deep expertise and creativity to develop and execute PR strategies that earn recognition for the company’s differentiated impact and enhance the authority of Illumina leaders.

You will guide media engagement, coordinate global PR activities, and ensure unified messaging that reflects the company’s mission to unlock the power of the genome.

Lead Illumina's media program, including day-to-day media engagement, journalist relationship development, global enablement, and creative media strategy for opportunistic impact as well as formal company news.

Align our global PR impact for media and brand moments, including oversight, planning, and coordination with team members and agencies around the world.

Develop and track metrics that help motivate the team and drive momentum for the company.