Lawson Health Research Institute (Lawson) is the research institute of London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) and St. Joseph’s Health Care London. As one of Canada’s top ten research institutes, our scientists are tackling the most pressing challenges in health care. Reporting to the Director, Research Operations (Lawson’s Chief Operating Officer, Research), the Communications Consultant provides strategic consultation for a wide range of communications and external relations activities. A key component of this work is to ensure external and internal stakeholders are kept informed of Lawson’s activities, initiatives and accomplishments. This role will focus on implementing a comprehensive storytelling and media strategy to inspire awareness of and support for hospital-based research and enhance the organization’s reputation. The Communications Consultant will interact regularly with communication peers at LHSC, St. Joseph’s, Western University, and various other internal and external partners.
For more information, please see the full posting. To apply, please visit the London Health Science Centre Careers website (Posting #: 75179).
Successful completion of a Bachelor’s or Post-Graduate degree in public relations, marketing, communications,
journalism or related field.
• Minimum of five years recent, related experience in public relations, business communications or journalism; in a
research or health care setting an asset.
• Superior skills in written and visual storytelling, focusing on digital platforms. Experience with video production,
photography and creative design strongly preferred.
• Extensive experience in media relations with the ability to foster strong relationships with members of the news
media regionally, nationally and beyond.
• Superior skills in social media management.
• Experience with online Content Management Systems (CMS) and web publishing an asset.
• Experience with special events and community relations.
• Ability to manage a brand and identity across a variety of platforms and material.
• Ability to develop and implement effective communication strategies.
• Experience with crisis and issues management.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Effective time management and organizational skills to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines.
• Ability to adapt to various work styles and demands, and receiving direction from various individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and analytically.
• Ability to travel between research sites.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to the principles of patient and family-centred care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and
We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect. LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons.
We are committed to providing persons with disabilities equal opportunities and standards of goods and services, and are also fully compliant with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), as applicable.
As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.
Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted
