What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Relations and Communications Manager position at IonQ?
IonQ is developing the world's most powerful full-stack quantum computer based on trapped-ion technology. We are pushing past the limits of classical physics and current supercomputing technology to unlock a new era of computing. Quantum computing has the potential to impact every area of human society for the better. IonQ's computers will soon redefine industries like medicine, materials science, finance, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cryptography, and more. IonQ is at the forefront of this technological revolution.
The Public Relations and Communications Manager will help build and strengthen IonQ's reputation by developing and executing communications and public relations activities that support IonQ's business objectives. These efforts will continue demonstrating IonQ's leadership in quantum computing and networking. This is an individual contributor role.
Under the direction of the Vice President of PR and Communications, they will help develop messaging and communications activities across traditional and social media, digital channels and other platforms to engage media, investors, analysts, policy makers, and industry thought leaders. They will also create content that enhances and elevates IonQ's brand awareness as a quantum computing and networking leader.
Responsibilities:
- Develops and manages a wide variety of communications content including press releases, media statements, social media posts, and key messaging documents and FAQs.
- Responsible for developing and implementing high impact external communication materials that raise the visibility of IonQ's core areas of focus through various media, and lead to clear business outcomes, in alignment with company's values.
- Helps develop media materials and communications plans for industry events, major company milestones, company announcements, product launches, business development activities and awareness campaigns.
- Supports media relations activity, including managing media inquiries and developing media briefings to support IonQ's senior leadership.
- Serves as media relations contact and spokesperson when appropriate.
- Working with business and product marketing teams and outside agencies, supports marketing programming and campaigns with earned media and the development of social media content.
- Leverages content and campaigns across all external and internal communications platforms including company website and social media.
- Working with agency partners, oversees media monitoring and reporting across the business.
You'd be a good fit with:
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Advertising/Public Relations, or related field required.
- 3-5 years of proven communications experience in corporate, product or executive communications.
- Excellent writing, editing, communication and presentation skills are required along with a demonstrated ability to create high impact strategic external communications.
You'd be a great fit with:
- 5 years of proven communications experience in corporate, product or executive communications.
- Well-versed in multimedia communications platforms.
- Previous technology communications and agency experience preferred.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, working at all levels and across geographies as well as juggle projects without sacrificing the quality of deliverables.
- Collaborative partner with keen ability to effectively listen, distill information, think creatively and deliver communications that drive results.
- Travel requirements of up to 4-6 times a year for both internal and external events.
Location: This role can work onsite or hybrid from one of our offices located in Bothell, WA, or College Park, MD, or can be remote for the right candidate
Travel: Occasional travel, 4-6 times per year
Job ID: 1021
The approximate base salary range for this position is $88,555 - $111,201. The total compensation package includes base, bonus, and equity.
Compensation will vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Posted base salary figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. Beyond base salary, total compensation includes a variable bonus and equity component and a range of benefit options found on our career site at ionq.co/jobs. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided when a candidate receives an offer of employment. Our US benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, a home internet stipend, and pet insurance!
IonQ's HQ is located in College Park, Maryland, a quick 15-minute metro from Washington DC. We are actively building out our recently opened manufacturing and production facility in Bothell, WA (near Seattle). Depending on the position, you may be required to be near one of our offices in College Park, Seattle, or Toronto. However, IonQ will expand into additional domestic and international geographies, so don't let this stop you from applying!
At IonQ, we believe in fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers. We empower employees to thrive by fostering a culture of autonomy, productivity, and respect. We are dedicated to creating an environment where individuals can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued.
We are committed to equity and justice. We welcome different voices and viewpoints and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
The position you are applying for may require access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control and government contract restrictions. Employment with IonQ is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status for export controls and government contracts work and/or obtaining any necessary license/confirming the availability of a license exception under U.S. export controls. Accordingly, we will have some additional questions regarding your immigration status that will be used for export control and compliance purposes, and the answers will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law.
If you are interested in being a part of our team and mission, we encourage you to apply!
Salary : $88,555 - $111,201
