Senior Manager, Investor Relations and Corporate Communications (ADX-01-20)

THE COMPANY: ArcherDX, Inc. - www.ArcherDX.com
ArcherDX is advancing molecular diagnostics with a robust technology platform for genetic mutation detection by next-generation sequencing. By combining patented Anchored Multiplex PCR (AMP™) chemistry in an easy-to-use, lyophilized format and powerful bioinformatics software, the Archer® platform enhance genetic mutation identification. ArcherDX provides oncology-focused research products and is pursuing regulatory approval for multiple companion diagnostic assays. ArcherDX is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. Learn more at www.archerdx.com and follow @ArcherDXInc on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
Position Summary:

Supports corporate communications and investor relations in conjunction with external agencies. 
SCOPE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Specific Responsibilities:

• Investor Relations:
• Support investor relations plan and all activities, including IPO activities;
• Create and maintain an annual calendar for all conferences, non-road deal shows, updates, etc.;
• Support preparation of all company Press Releases liaising with legal, business and senior management;
• Support quarterly financial result activities, including press releases, slide presentations, conference calls and webcasts;
• Support and filter inbound investor queries and requests;
• Monitor and summarize all company and peer group coverage;
• Supports the development of investor Q&A documents;
• Manages updates to investor pitch book in line with current information.

Media Relations:

• Supports generating coverage in print and broadcast media;
• Assists in preparing executives for media interviews and press conferences;
• Supports press release development and Q&A documents;
• Interface with PR firm to support their activity and deliverables;
• Develops corporate b-roll to support media outreach;
• Monitors the media for relevant corporate, peer and competitive news.

Corporate Communications Activities:

• Coordinates with departments to manage and execute internal communications calendar;
• Supports the development of a public company education workshop in advance of IPO;
• Manages social media accounts including internal calendar, relevant approvals, and interfaces with Marketing;
• Drafts internal communications including email, executive statements and Q&A documents;
• Manages the company’s external website, including strategy, design, and content from initial drafting through MLR approval and posting;
• Continually updates corporate website content and graphics in concert with current information;
• Liaises with other departments to source content for the website and internal events as needed.

Departmental Support:

• Coordinates communications with partners to support announcement strategy and tactics
• Interacts with vendors, agencies, newswire services, Nasdaq and other external partners as needed;
• Supports the development of the departmental budget.

THE PERSON:
REQUIRED EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• BA/BS degree or equivalent with typically 5+ years of relevant experience;
• Degree in scientific field, Communications or English
• Prior experience working with biotech or pharmaceutical companies
• Relevant experience supporting senior leader(s) in their functional communications.

REQUIRED SPECIALIZED or TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Self-starter comfortable working in a fast-paced company;
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills; strong writing and storytelling skills, especially for internal audiences;
• Proactive project management skills and ability to work independently;
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with employees at all levels of the company;
• Ability to effectively interact with the C-suite as needed;
• Ability to thrive in an environment that encourages healthy, meaningful debate;
• Ability to work successfully in ambiguous situations to create a path forward in uncharted territory;
• Ability to build trust and strong relationships across the organization quickly;
• Strong knowledge of AP style, grammar;
• Strong editing and proofreading skills;
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to coordinate numerous projects while meeting deadlines;
• Willing to work independently while having the ability and affinity for working as part of a team.