Account Executive / Senior AE, Public Relations

About us

We are Thermal - the leading boutique biotech and healthtech public relations agency.

Headquartered in San Francisco, our innovative approach, elite client portfolio, and global impact make Thermal unlike any other PR agency. So much so that the visionaries driving society's greatest scientific and medical advances choose Thermal to communicate how they Impact Human Health.

Check out thermalpr.com to learn more about our work in breakthrough areas such as CRISPR gene editing, AI in medicine, longevity, digital health and sustainability.

About you

We are looking for Account Executives and Senior Account Executives to join our growing team.

• 2+ years experience in public relations, preferably in a public relations agency setting
• Experience working specifically in biotech, healthtech, healthcare, or science communications
• Exceptional writing, editing, and analytical skills
• Incredible attention to detail, tone and context
• Direct and transparent interpersonal communication skills
• A polished, professional and timely approach
• Genuine interest in biotech, scientific and health technologies and services

About the role

You will work closely with a collaborative team to drive media relations and thought leadership for some of the most revolutionary health executives, scientists, venture capitalists, and technologists in the world.

Responsibilities may include:

• Media relations - Support media relations programs including active pitching and development of media lists, media landscape analyses and trend research, briefing sheets, campaigns, coverage tracking, and coverage reports.
• Account management - Assist with the development and execution of client PR strategy, proactively manage client needs, support account management and planning, and prioritize workload based on timelines, workflow and client goals.
• Writing and content - Develop a variety of content for a range of audiences, including creating and producing press releases, pitches, messaging, media backgrounders, fact sheets, award submissions, social media posts, talking points, Q&A’s, etc.
• Industry monitoring - Scan client coverage and industry activity for trends, topics, competitors and opportunities. Prepare and manage coverage reports for clients and internal teams.
• Speaking events - Support efforts to place Thermal clients at leading business, health and life sciences trade conferences and industry events.
• Social media - Support development of strategy, content, and campaigns to amplify media activities.

The responsibilities of this role will vary depending on the needs of each specific account and will not be limited to those listed above.

Qualified applicants should submit their resume and cover letter.

Thermal will only contact selected applicants. Thermal is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Sponsored employee benefits for medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• HSA & FSA accounts
• Paid time off
• 401(k) sponsorship with employer matching
• Merit-based promotions
• Discretionary bonuses
• Flexible hybrid work policies
• Opportunities for ongoing education and training
• Charitable matching

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in San Francisco, CA 94133