Corporate Communications Manager

Nova Biomedical Corporate Communications Role

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical, marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

This role is responsible for defining and activating Nova's corporate narrative, both externally and internally. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring customers, candidates, and employees clearly understand who Nova Biomedical is today, what's changed, and why it is a trusted, innovative, quality-driven partner built for the future.

Externally, you'll help reset market perception through disciplined, proof-based storytelling aligned to Nova Biomedical's messaging pillars and delivered through a coordinated, modern communications strategy. Internally, you'll bring clarity and cohesion to how we communicate, connecting employees to our strategy, culture, and priorities through compelling communication including but not limited to newsletters, town halls, leadership communications, and change initiatives, in close partnership with HR and business leaders.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned communications professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, brings strong brand and storytelling instincts, utilizes contemporary technology and AI, and has a genuine passion for customer and employee experience. You are strategic yet hands-on, comfortable influencing at all levels of the organization, and excited by the opportunity to help build, shape, and scale the voice of a company in transformation.

Responsibilities

External Corporate Communications

• Owns and advances the Nova Biomedical corporate narrative across external channels
• Ensures consistent, proof-based messaging that clarifies who Nova Biomedical is today and why it's different
• Leads development of compelling corporate storytelling, leadership messaging, and thought leadership content
• Partners with digital, regional, and segment teams to ensure clear channel roles and message consistency
• Reduces fragmented or legacy messaging and elevates Nova Biomedical's external reputation

Brand Stewardship

• Serves as steward of Nova Biomedical's corporate brand voice, visuals, and standards specifically strengthening our brand narrative and corporate positioning post-merger
• Ensures correct use of corporate vs. portfolio brands across communications
• Oversees corporate templates, presentations, brand assets, and identity touchpoints
• Maintains consistency across internal and external communications, globally

Internal Communications

• Owns enterprise-wide internal communications strategy and cadence delivering timely, consistent internal communications
• Partners with the Events team to deliver internal employee events and team-building programs that promote engagement and reinforce company culture
• Leads employee newsletters, town halls, leadership updates, and key initiatives
• Translates strategy, change, and priorities into clear, employee-ready communications that strengthen alignment, reinforce culture, and keep employees informed
• Supports leaders with talking points, FAQs, and change communications
• Reinforces One Nova culture, values, and behaviors through consistent messaging

HR & Talent Acquisition Partnership

• Partners with HR on employer branding and recruitment communications
• Supports a social media strategy and develops content aligned to target desired candidates aligned with the talent acquisition strategy
• Supports recruiting, onboarding, and employee engagement communications
• Ensures candidates and new hires experience a cohesive "Nova Biomedical" story
• Aligns internal culture messaging with external employer brand positioning

Measurement & Effectiveness

• Establishes and tracks communications KPIs tied to brand awareness, engagement, and clarity
• Uses insights and feedback to continuously refine messaging and channels

Experience Requirements

• 7+ years in corporate communications, brand communications, marketing communications, PR, or related field
• Strong executive writing and editing; ability to simplify complex topics into clear, confident messages
• Must have excellent communications skills and be very detail oriented
• Demonstrated experience in LinkedIn/community/content programs and analytics-driven optimization
• Strong project management, cross-functional leadership, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High level of energy and enthusiasm
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent. (Marketing, Communications, Business, or related)

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Must be able to use basic office equipment: computer, printer, copier, telephone, etc.
• Must be capable of listening to and communicating effectively with customers

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k Company Match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement
• Hybrid and Flexible Work Arrangements
• Professional Development, Engagement, and Events
• Company Marketplace for Lunch and Snacks in Our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA, and Westbrook, ME Offices
• Company Subsidized Cafeteria in Our Waltham, MA Office

Work Location: Hybrid work schedule, onsite in our Waltham, MA office

Targeted Salary Range: $125,000 - $135,000/year.

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

At Nova Biomedical, we're not just building instruments, we're powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova's cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we're setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we're building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you'll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.