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RTW Investments, LP RTW Investments, LP ("RTW") is a global, full life-cycle investment and innovation firm dedicated to solving the most challenging, unmet patient needs. We are focused on company building and identifying transformational and disruptive innovations across the biopharmaceutical and medical technologies sectors. Our investment philosophy combines a deep understanding of disease, biology, medicine, and technology with a comprehensive view of commercial opportunities and challenges. Our talented team brings hands-on expertise in targeted areas of innovation, dedicated to the diligent exploration and support of emerging breakthroughs in both industry and academia. Our mission is simple: we power breakthrough therapies that transform the lives of millions. RTW Investments – Recent Press Overview
We are seeking a strategic, hands-on
Director of Communications
to lead and scale the firm’s communications, content, and external visibility efforts. This role will sit at the intersection of corporate communications, content strategy, and thought leadership - supporting both our investor-facing PR efforts and the growth of a modern think tank. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to develop and execute a communications plan that reflects our values, deepens our influence, and elevates our voice across healthcare, innovation, and policy. This is a unique opportunity to build a lean, high-impact function and shape how we tell our story, how we engage with external audiences, and how we connect the dots between what we do and why it matters. We believe that powerful ideas deserve powerful platforms. Whether we’re shaping the future of biotech, pushing forward innovation policy, or elevating conversations on access and equity, we want to do so with clarity, integrity, and impact. Open to full-time or contract-to-hire. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications & Messaging Lead firmwide messaging and positioning across media, investor, and public audiences Partner with internal stakeholders to shape narratives that reflect our values and strategic focus areas (e.g. innovation, rare disease, etc.) Serve as internal lead on communications strategy and execution Translate complex themes into compelling narratives for use across different channels Media & PR Oversight Manage the firm’s external PR agency relationship (e.g., Gasthalter) Drive strategy for key announcements, campaigns, interviews, media engagements, and visibility efforts in biotech and investor ecosystems Oversee content production across platforms — from short-form op-eds to video, podcast, and social Partner with think tank team to translate internal research and ideas into external-facing content Build and manage an editorial calendar that aligns with firm priorities and audience interests Manage external vendors (writers, designers, videographers) to execute high-quality work on time and on brand Develop internal SOPs for review, approval, and amplification of content Provide mentorship and direction to junior team members, especially across the think tank function Qualifications & Skills
7–10+ years of experience in strategic communications, corporate comms, journalism, or content leadership — ideally in healthcare, biotech, investment, or policy Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional storytelling efforts that span media, content, and strategic positioning Skilled writer and editor, able to translate ideas into clear, compelling content Experience building or scaling a modern content platform, podcast, or video-first brand Strong network or familiarity with investor and policy media outlets a plus Experience managing external PR agencies and/or creative partners Comfort operating in a lean, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Seniority
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Director of Communications
role at
RTW Investments, LP RTW Investments, LP ("RTW") is a global, full life-cycle investment and innovation firm dedicated to solving the most challenging, unmet patient needs. We are focused on company building and identifying transformational and disruptive innovations across the biopharmaceutical and medical technologies sectors. Our investment philosophy combines a deep understanding of disease, biology, medicine, and technology with a comprehensive view of commercial opportunities and challenges. Our talented team brings hands-on expertise in targeted areas of innovation, dedicated to the diligent exploration and support of emerging breakthroughs in both industry and academia. Our mission is simple: we power breakthrough therapies that transform the lives of millions. RTW Investments – Recent Press Overview
We are seeking a strategic, hands-on
Director of Communications
to lead and scale the firm’s communications, content, and external visibility efforts. This role will sit at the intersection of corporate communications, content strategy, and thought leadership - supporting both our investor-facing PR efforts and the growth of a modern think tank. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to develop and execute a communications plan that reflects our values, deepens our influence, and elevates our voice across healthcare, innovation, and policy. This is a unique opportunity to build a lean, high-impact function and shape how we tell our story, how we engage with external audiences, and how we connect the dots between what we do and why it matters. We believe that powerful ideas deserve powerful platforms. Whether we’re shaping the future of biotech, pushing forward innovation policy, or elevating conversations on access and equity, we want to do so with clarity, integrity, and impact. Open to full-time or contract-to-hire. Key Responsibilities
Strategic Communications & Messaging Lead firmwide messaging and positioning across media, investor, and public audiences Partner with internal stakeholders to shape narratives that reflect our values and strategic focus areas (e.g. innovation, rare disease, etc.) Serve as internal lead on communications strategy and execution Translate complex themes into compelling narratives for use across different channels Media & PR Oversight Manage the firm’s external PR agency relationship (e.g., Gasthalter) Drive strategy for key announcements, campaigns, interviews, media engagements, and visibility efforts in biotech and investor ecosystems Oversee content production across platforms — from short-form op-eds to video, podcast, and social Partner with think tank team to translate internal research and ideas into external-facing content Build and manage an editorial calendar that aligns with firm priorities and audience interests Manage external vendors (writers, designers, videographers) to execute high-quality work on time and on brand Develop internal SOPs for review, approval, and amplification of content Provide mentorship and direction to junior team members, especially across the think tank function Qualifications & Skills
7–10+ years of experience in strategic communications, corporate comms, journalism, or content leadership — ideally in healthcare, biotech, investment, or policy Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional storytelling efforts that span media, content, and strategic positioning Skilled writer and editor, able to translate ideas into clear, compelling content Experience building or scaling a modern content platform, podcast, or video-first brand Strong network or familiarity with investor and policy media outlets a plus Experience managing external PR agencies and/or creative partners Comfort operating in a lean, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment Seniority
Director Employment Type
Full-time Job Function
Finance Investment Management IsExpired: true
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