A prestigious scientific membership society will be hiring an experienced communications specialist to manage its public affairs activities. You will build relationships with national print & digital media outlets and oversee a team that re-purposes technical information for general audiences.

This is a full-time, staff position. Compensation includes a competitive salary plus generous association benefits. This role is key to the organization's growth and will allow the new Director to build an influential communications department.

You should have 10-plus years in science communications, journalism, public affairs, or academic publishing. Supervisory experience is important.

This search is being conducted by Bert Davis Executive Search in New York. For further information, contact Larry Eidelberg, leidelberg@bertdavis.com, or Sally Dougan, sdougan@bertdavis.com. 

SOURCE: PUBLIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL 01/25/12