External Communications Manager, Health AI

Company: Google
Location: Mountain View
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

info_outline X Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA . Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience in public relations, media relations, or communications. Preferred qualifications: Experience managing relationships with global media outlets and navigating the evolving creator economy. Experience with partner-driven communication strategies. Ability to build consensus across matrixed organizations and lead cross-company initiatives. Ability to work at the intersection of technology and societal impact, particularly in the fields of science and public health. About the job As a member of the Global Communications & Public Affairs team, you will work cross-functionally to help communicate with journalists and other thought leaders; devise specific communications materials and campaigns; engage in face-to-face meetings with commentators and other opinion formers; and develop print and web-based material supporting these campaigns. We're looking for great communicators who can understand complex issues and explain them in person and also via well written, simple blog posts, FAQs, video scripts and more. As the External Communications Manager for Health AI, you will architect the narrative that positions Google as the global leader in applying AI to benefit people’s health. You will have a blend of technical fluency, creative storytelling, and an ability to navigate ambiguity and work with many different research and product teams. You will demonstrate how our technical breakthroughs translate into real-world benefits for communities worldwide. You will translate AI for health efforts into social media-friendly engagement, headline-worthy announcements, compelling briefings, and well-targeted speaking opportunities. You will ensure technical accuracy while highlighting the most exciting aspects of our progress, ensuring Google is recognized for leading in significant and helpful research and product advancements that support people’s health. You will be a master of cultivating relationships internally and with the most influential media and creators to convey all this to broad global audiences. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $171,000-$248,000 bonus equity benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google . Responsibilities Design and execute multi-channel comms strategies that highlight Google’s leadership in AI to support healthcare and medical discovery. Partner with Research, Product, and our global and central communications teams to identify breakthrough moments and translate technical milestones into compelling human-centric stories. Cultivate and maintain relationships with science, technology, and policy journalists, as well as influential digital creators, to reach global audiences. Lead the storytelling life-cycle for flagship projects; secure and prepare experts for high-stakes speaking engagements, media briefings, and industry-leading conferences. Manage reactive messaging and inquiries with precision, ensuring technical accuracy and clarity.

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