Program Manager

Communications Program Manager (Onsite - Memphis, TN)

Optomi, in partnership with a leading healthcare organization, is seeking a Senior Communications Program Manager to shepherd groundbreaking initiatives in bioinformatics and data science. This opportunity is perfect for a strategic communicator who thrives on translating complex technical concepts into compelling executive narratives, loves coordinating innovative programs at the intersection of genomics and AI, and can seamlessly bridge technical teams with senior leadership!

What You'll Do

• Lead strategic program management for innovative bioinformatics and data science initiatives—shepherd infrastructure development for large-scale genomic data analysis and language model pipelines.
• Translate complex technical information into executive summaries and compelling PowerPoint presentations—make cutting-edge bioinformatics accessible and actionable for senior leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functional programs involving workflow pipelines using bioinformatics languages like Nextflow and WDL—ensure alignment between technical teams and organizational strategy.
• Develop and deliver strategic communications that secure resources and drive innovation—pitch new ideas effectively by reading your audience and adapting your message.
• Manage and prioritize multiple workstreams independently—coordinate events, manage timelines, and reprioritize as needed in a fast-paced environment.
• Partner closely with the Director of Product Development and Engineering—serve as the bridge between technical teams and executive leadership.
• Network across the organization to understand domain gaps—quickly ramp up on evolving bioinformatics terminology and build trusted relationships.

What You Bring

• Excellent executive-level writing skills with proven ability to communicate confidently with senior leadership—you require minimal hand-holding and craft polished, strategic communications independently.
• Strong organizational and project management skills—you excel at prioritizing tasks, managing multiple initiatives, and maintaining clarity in complex environments.
• Exceptional ability to pitch innovative ideas and read the room—you're emotionally intelligent and adapt your delivery to secure buy-in and resources.
• Senior staff-level experience creating compelling presentations and developing strategic communications—you turn technical complexity into clear, persuasive narratives.
• Adaptability to niche and evolving domains—you navigate rapidly changing terminology in fast-paced fields like data science and AI with curiosity and continuous learning.
• Data science, bioinformatics, or healthcare background is a solid advantage—familiarity with these domains accelerates your impact and credibility.
• Design skills for creating visually compelling PowerPoint presentations and experience translating complex technical content for non-expert audiences.