Manager, Communications - Cancer Center

Company: Mayo Clinic
Location: Rochester
Posted on: March 23, 2026

Job Description:

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights • Medical: Multiple plan options. • Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. • Vision: Affordable plan with national network. • Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. • Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Responsibilities The Communications Manager will support the Mayo Clinic’s Comprehensive Cancer Center by developing and executing strategic communication plans that align with the Mayo Clinic’s Bold. Forward. strategy. This role will focus on promoting the departments transformative cancer research initiatives, enhancing internal and external communication, and fostering collaboration among clinicians, scientists, and external partners. The successful candidate should bring innovative thinking to how we achieve ambitious goals, regularly look around the corner for what is new and novel in cancer care and understands the complexities of both cancer research and cancer treatment. Previous work within an NCI-Designated Cancer Center a preferred. • Understanding of cancer care landscape, research, studies, policies and competitive marketplace. • Experience with Care Pathway Communication in cancer, or other serious or complex disease area: • Proven track record of effectively communicating complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences, including researchers, clinicians, patients, referral networks and the general public. • Experience in creating and managing content related to scientific discoveries, clinical trials, and research initiatives. • Collaboration with Practice and Research Teams: • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary research teams, including scientists, clinicians, and allied health professionals. • Ability to understand and translate the needs and goals of the practice and research teams into effective, integrated communication strategies. • Proven Digital and Social Media Experience and Data-Driven Communication: • Developed and executed digital communication strategies to enhance online presence. • Source and leverage engaging content, and partner with content delivery to achieve maximum visibility in the scientific and academic medical communities. • Experience leveraging data and analytics to measure the impact of communication efforts and adjust strategies accordingly. During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question — Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Qualifications Requires a bachelors degree in a related field plus 5 years of relevant work experience. Strong written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate in a way that creates clarity, simplifies messages, and aligns with organizational strategy. Knowledge of channels for communication and the ability to build effective communication and engagement strategies. Must be a self-starter with the ability to independently identify opportunities, solutions and resolve challenges. Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful results. Requires an attitude that actively seeks out change, embraces critical questioning, innovation, service and continuous improvement. Must understand how to deal with and navigate ambiguity, and act without having the total picture. Adaptable or flexible. Demonstrated professionalism and ethics, with ability to earn credibility through integrity and transparency. Role models service excellence. Motivates others by being present, engaged, attentive, invites diverse perspectives, demonstrates and inspires a collaborative spirit. Demonstration of strong management skills including strategy and visioning, change management, resource management, and sound judgment are required. Demonstrated use of management principles of delegation, organization and execution to maximize the value of projects and initiatives is also essential. Excellent interpersonal skills to include presentation, negotiation, persuasion, team facilitation, constructive feedback and written communications skills are required. Superior project management experience, knowledge and skills must be demonstrated. Incumbent must have the ability to independently manage a varied workload of projects with multiple priorities. Demonstrates interest in continuous learning and professional development, in addition to functional area expertise.

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