# Health Communications Manager at Axle > United States · Manager · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Aaxle%3A5283272007 (read 2026-11-06). ## Facts (observed) - Company: [Axle](https://alderhq.app/companies/axle) - Location text: Rockville, MD; Axle Informatics LLC - Where it can be done from (inferred): United States (evidence: "Location: Rockville, MD; Axle Informatics LLC") - Posted: 2026-11-03 (3 days ago) - First seen by alder: 2026-11-03 · last verified: 2026-11-04 - Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times - Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/axle/jobs/5283272007 ## Pay and sponsorship - Posted pay: $80k–$90k per year (from the listing's pay field) - Market band for similar posted roles (United States, n 7510): p25 $85k, median $133k, p75 $170k - H-1B filings at this company for similar roles, FY25: 1 ([US DOL OFLC LCA disclosure data](https://www.dol.gov/agencies/eta/foreign-labor/performance)) ## Description (the employer's text) (ID: 2026-3930) Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). ### Benefits We Offer - 100% Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees - Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays - 401K match up to 5% - Educational Benefits for Career Growth - Employee Referral Bonus - Flexible Spending Accounts: - Healthcare (FSA) - Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK) - Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP) - Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN) ### Overview Axle is currently hiring for a Health Communications Manager/Science Writer to work with the NIAID Division of Intramural Research and turn complex research findings and policy information into clear, accurate materials for scientific leaders, administrators, and general audiences. The role will prepare scientific summaries, briefings, recommendation memos, and other documents; collaborate with leadership policy guidance; and review materials and workflows for accuracy and efficiency. ### Background The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) conducts and supports basic and applied research to understand, treat, and prevent infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases. The Division of Intramural Research (DIR) is a component of NIAID, one of the largest Institutes of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). DIR's purpose is to make scientific discoveries that promote the development of new vaccines, diagnostics, and therapeutics that improve human health. This position provides expert scientific writing, analytical, and policy advisory support to the NIAID Division of Intramural Research (DIR) in the recruitment, appointment, recognition, and retention of its scientific workforce. Drawing on in-depth subject-matter knowledge and command of Title 42, Title 38, and SBRS authorities, the incumbent drafts and reviews recommendation memos, justification documents, award nominations, salary benchmarks, briefing materials, and plain-language scientific summaries; performs quality assurance of Livelink personnel workflows; provides surge coverage for Case Development Specialists; advises senior and program-level managers on policy interpretation and implementation; and identifies tools and process improvements to strengthen operations. ### Location This position is primarily in the NIH/NIAID facility in Rockville, MD but can also encompass the Bethesda, MD or Hamilton, MT campuses. Qualifications: Master's Degree or higher in a biomedical research field. Coordinates community outreach efforts and activities for the program. Attends and gives presentations at major conferences or meetings and participates in discussion with community groups. Establishes collaborative relationships with a variety of community organizations (e.g. community health centers, state medical agencies, managed care organizations). Coordinates the analysis and evaluation of outreach activities, including internal and external partnership. Works closely with management to coordinate content of materials, advertisements and marketing messages. ### Specific Expectations Provide support based on an in-depth knowledge of the subject matter, write, and edit recommendation memos and other justification documents for scientific positions. Produce work products articulate, interpret, and explain complex research findings using plain language. The products are typically intended for viewing by general audiences, both scientific and administrative. Assist and collaborate with NIH scientific and administrative leadership on policy interpretation and implementation. --- Data: alder (https://alderhq.app). 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