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Ready to do award-winning work that’s transforming the healthcare system?

Here’s what we look for in our CURAgeous team members:

  • A passion for improving healthcare and driving smart creative campaigns to achieve transformational change
  • Results-focused approach, and the ability to work closely with senior members of the team to manage and execute a campaign to success
  • A leader with a proactive, positive attitude toward client service and team management
  • Responsive, dependable and accountable to team members and clients, and willing to do whatever it takes to get the job done—someone who doesn’t take no for an answer
  • Enthusiasm about the unlimited growth opportunities that come with being a member of a fast-growing start-up firm and wants to stay for the long-term
  • Mission-minded and excited to join the CURA family, which works hard to do good work (and has fun doing it)
  • Not shy in sharing bold opinions, but respectful of the bipartisan nature of our firm
CURA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We will extend equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our policy reflects and affirms CURA’s commitment to the principles of fair employment and the elimination of all discriminatory practices.

We are always looking for CURAgeous talent, so if you’re interested in working at CURA in a position not listed here, please send your resume and the professional opportunity you’re seeking to thyann.nguyen@curastrategies.com.

Current Openings

Senior Vice President, Healthcare Communications

12+ years
Overview

If you have a passion for leading integrated strategic communications campaigns to help transform healthcare and improve the lives of patients, and are ready for a senior leadership role shaping the direction and growth of an agency, we want to talk to you.

We’re looking for a seasoned healthcare communications leader to join our senior leadership team.

At CURA, our aim is to transform healthcare through meaningful client work. Working with nonprofit and corporate clients in the areas of mental health, rare disease, cardiology, kidney disease and more, we pride ourselves in creating lasting results for clients – and we are looking for someone who shares our passion and believes in our mission.

Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight for a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring excellence in strategy, execution and results across every engagement
  • Set the strategic vision for, and guide the development, presentation and execution of, integrated strategic communications plans across earned, owned, paid and digital channels
  • Serve as a trusted senior advisor to client executives, providing high-level counsel on reputation, issues and crisis management, and creative recommendations that contribute to ROI and distinguish CURA Strategies as an indispensable partner
  • Oversee external communications initiatives, campaigns and materials that reach healthcare stakeholders such as third-party organizations, healthcare professionals, media, patients, policymakers, etc.
  • Set the standard for high-quality, error-free written and digital materials and provide final senior review of key client deliverables
  • Cultivate and maintain executive-level client relationships across the portfolio to develop a 360-degree understanding of each client’s business, policy and stakeholder environment
  • Drive organic growth across the portfolio by identifying new opportunities and leading all initiatives required to secure additional contracts
  • Lead new business development for the firm, including identifying prospects, shaping pitch strategy, leading pitch teams and presenting to prospective clients
  • Hold P&L accountability for the portfolio, overseeing budgets, forecasting and staffing plans to ensure profitability and the financial health of each account
  • Lead, mentor and develop multiple account teams, including vice presidents and directors; oversee quality control, workflow and assignments across the portfolio
  • Serve as a leader in talent development program Forward U and help recruit, develop and retain top talent
  • Partner with agency leadership on firm strategy, service offerings, thought leadership and operational priorities
  • Champion and model the CURA culture, including leading and participating in cultural and team building activities
Qualifications
  • 12+ years of healthcare communications and public affairs experience, including significant agency experience in senior leadership roles
  • Proven track record of leading strategic communications programs for both nonprofit and corporate clients, with deep knowledge of the healthcare landscape
  • Deep understanding of how corporate communications, marketing, policy and government relations work together to advance reputation and business objectives
  • Extensive media relations and social media experience, with established relationships among health care and policy reporters. Paid media and digital strategy experience a plus.
  • Demonstrated success in new business development, including leading pitches and winning new clients
  • Experience managing a multi-account portfolio with P&L responsibility, ensuring profitability and financial health
  • Seasoned people leader who has built, managed and developed high-performing teams, including managers of managers
  • Experienced counselor to senior executives on issues and crisis management; a calm, decisive leader in high-pressure situations who can rally the team to the highest level of performance

Why Join CURA?

  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment dedicated to transforming healthcare.
  • Enjoy a flexible work-life balance with opportunities for career growth.
  • Be part of a team that values courage, positivity and hard work.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:  thyann.nguyen@curastrategies.com

Director, Digital

5-7 years
Overview

CURA Strategies, an award-winning healthcare communications and public affairs agency, is looking for a hands-on, data-driven digital leader to join our team as a Director, Digital. If you thrive at the intersection of paid media, search, social, web and content strategy and are just as comfortable building and running a campaign as you are advising on one, we want to talk to you.

At CURA, our aim is to transform healthcare through meaningful client work. Working with clients in the areas of rare disease, opioid addiction, cardiology, kidney disease, and more, we pride ourselves in creating lasting results for clients — and we are looking for someone who shares our passion and believes in our mission.

Unburden yourself of tired big-agency politics that offer no clear path for professional growth and join our growing team of talented people who thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Responsibilities

The Director, Digital will personally plan, build and optimize full-funnel, multi-channel digital programs — spanning paid media, search, web, social and content, plus audience analytics — that deliver measurable results for CURA’s clients and support the agency’s own growth. Reporting to the AVP of Digital Marketing, this role combines hands-on campaign execution with day-to-day collaboration with other members of CURA’s digital team, translating performance data and emerging digital trends (including AI-powered search and discovery) into work that clients and agency leadership can see and act on.

Responsibilities will include:

  • Digital Strategy & Hands-On Execution: Partner with account and client teams to shape digital recommendations, then personally build and execute the resulting plans – translating audience insights and performance data into measurable, actionable digital campaigns for clients.
  • Full-Funnel Campaign Development: Build and execute full-funnel, multi-channel digital campaigns spanning paid search, programmatic display, paid social, video, email, and mobile to drive audience engagement and client outcomes.
  • Paid Media Management: Manage the execution and optimization of paid media campaigns across Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, and programmatic platforms – including marketing automation, conversion rate optimization, and audience segmentation and targeting – tracking budgets and vendor relationships to maximize ROI.
  • Search & Digital Intelligence: Conduct digital audits to diagnose content gaps, keyword authority, crawlability issues, and competitive positioning; monitor organic and AI-driven search performance (SEO, AEO/GEO) using tools such as Google Search Console and SEMrush.
  • Analytics & Reporting: Use GA4, Hotjar, VWO, and reporting platforms such as Looker Studio or HubSpot to track campaign performance, and translate complex data into clear, digestible insights and recommendations for clients and non-technical stakeholders.
  • CRM & Email Marketing: Oversee CRM workflows and campaigns using platforms like ActiveCampaign, segmenting audiences to deliver personalized, high-impact messaging.
  • Content & Social Media Oversight: Guide the development of compelling digital content in partnership with creative teams and oversee organic and paid social media strategy to meet campaign objectives.
  • Digital Culture & New Business Support: Help build a digital-first culture at CURA by sharing emerging digital tools, tactics, and trends with colleagues, and contribute digital recommendations to new business pitches and existing client engagements.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with creative, strategy and account teams to ensure digital campaigns meet deadlines, client expectations and performance goals.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, advertising, business, or a related field.
  • 5–7 years of digital marketing/digital media experience, preferably within an agency setting; healthcare, public affairs, or advocacy experience is a plus.
  • Strong, hands-on experience with paid advertising tactics across paid search, programmatic display, paid social, and video, with in-platform execution experience (Meta Ads, LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Google Ads, etc.).
  • Experience with marketing automation, conversion rate optimization, and audience segmentation and targeting.
  • Strong command of SEO fundamentals and emerging AI-driven search and discovery practices (AEO, GEO, generative engine optimization).
  • Proficiency with analytics, CRM, and reporting platforms (GA4, Hotjar/VWO, HubSpot, ActiveCampaign, Looker Studio, or similar), with the ability to translate technical data into clear, actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Fundamental understanding of web and app development, mobile optimization, UI/UX, and content strategy, with the ability to connect strategy across channels and touchpoints.
  • Some experience mentoring or guiding junior colleagues is a plus, along with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and client-facing presentation skills, with confidence presenting digital expertise in formal pitches and client meetings.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple accounts and projects simultaneously.

Why Join CURA?

  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment dedicated to transforming healthcare.
  • Enjoy a flexible work-life balance with opportunities for career growth.
  • Be part of a team that values courage, positivity and hard work.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:  thyann.nguyen@curastrategies.com

Account Director, Media Relations

6-8 years
Overview

If you have a passion for working in integrated communications, thrive in a highly visible client-facing  role, and want to apply your strategic expertise to help transform healthcare, we want to talk to you.

CURA Strategies, a fast-growing, award-winning healthcare communications and public affairs agency, is looking for a results-oriented Account Director with significant experience in healthcare media relations to join our team.

At CURA, our aim is to transform healthcare through meaningful client work. Working with nonprofit and corporate clients in the areas of rare disease, opioid addiction, cardiology, kidney disease and more, we pride ourselves in creating lasting results for clients — and we are looking for a leader who shares our passion and believes in our mission.

Responsibilities
  • Work closely with the VP of Media Relations to lead media relations strategy and execution for a portfolio of healthcare clients. Act as the main day-to-day contact for clients, and oversee account teams so every program delivers high-quality, measurable earned media results.
  • Develop and executive media relations strategies that build corporate, brand and product positioning across national, consumer, trade, policy, local and digital outlets.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with healthcare, health policy, business and trade reporters, editors, producers and online influencers. Use those relationships to secure high-impact coverage and serve as a trusted source for clients.
  • Shape and pitch compelling story angles tied to clinical research, company milestones, campaign launches, medical meetings, policy developments, product launches and thought leadership opportunities.
  • Oversee the development and quality of media materials, including press releases, media advisories, pitches, statements, bylines, op-eds, backgrounders and Q&A documents.
  • Prepare and media-train client spokespeople, including executives, physicians, researchers and patient advocates, for interviews, briefings and press conferences.
  • Partner with the VP of Media Relations on issues and crisis communications counsel. Manage rapid-response media strategy, holding statements and reporter inquiries on sensitive topics.
  • Coordinate earned media with owned, social and paid channels, and work with third-party allies such as patient advocacy groups, professional societies, healthcare professionals and policymakers to amplify coverage.
  • Direct media monitoring, research and analysis. Use coverage and sentiment insights to refine strategy and show program impact to clients and agency leadership.
  • Manage account budgets, profitability and day-to-day resourcing.
  • Manage, mentor and develop junior staff in pitching, media writing and reporter relationships. Work with the VP of Media Relations to grow the agency’s media relations practice, set best practices, and help organize activities that support the overall CURA culture.
  • Support the VP of Media Relations on new business proposals and pitches, especially media relations strategy and capabilities.
Qualifications
  • 5–7 years of public relations or communications experience with a strong focus on healthcare media relations, preferably in a PR agency
  • Proven track record of securing top-tier coverage in national, healthcare trade and health policy outlets
  • An established network of healthcare and health policy reporters, and the ability to build new media relationships quickly
  • Experience managing media around clinical data, regulatory milestones, embargoes, medical meetings and product launches
  • Hands-on experience with media training, spokesperson preparation and issues or crisis communications
  • Demonstrated ability to manage client accounts independently, work closely with senior leadership, and mentor junior staff
  • Strong knowledge of healthcare stakeholders and the regulatory and compliance considerations in healthcare communications
  • Specific expertise in opioid addiction, rare disease, hospitals and health systems, pharmaceuticals and biotechnology is strongly preferred
  • Skilled with media databases and monitoring tools (e.g., Cision, Muck Rack, Meltwater)

We are looking for a strong cultural fit to add to our fast-growing team. When hiring a team member, we are looking for someone with a great attitude and a steadfast work ethic. Strong writing, leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple client relationships simultaneously while operating independently day to day, are fundamental to succeeding in this position. Candidate must be detail-oriented with a proactive, innovative and positive attitude toward client service. Candidates should be self-motivated and diligent with a high degree of proactivity and accountability for leading team-based work.

Why Join CURA?

  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment dedicated to transforming healthcare.
  • Enjoy a flexible work-life balance with opportunities for career growth.
  • Be part of a team that values courage, positivity and hard work.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:  thyann.nguyen@curastrategies.com

Vice President, Healthcare Communications

9+ years
Overview

We’re looking for a senior communications professional with extensive healthcare experience to join the team as a Vice President.

At CURA, our aim is to transform healthcare through meaningful client work. Working with nonprofit and corporate clients in the areas of addiction, mental health, cardiology, kidney disease and more, we pride ourselves in creating lasting results for clients – and we are looking for someone who shares our passion and believes in our mission.

If you have a passion for leading integrated strategic communications campaigns for clients to help transform healthcare and improve the lives of patients and are looking for a leadership position to help influence the direction of a growing agency, we want to talk to you.

Responsibilities
  • Responsible for day-to-day strategy, operations and management of client accounts
  • Lead the development, presentation and execution of integrated strategic communications plans
  • Provide proactive high-level client counsel and creative recommendations that contribute to ROI and distinguish CURA Strategies as a valuable partner
  • Develop external communications initiatives, campaigns and materials that reach health care stakeholders such as third-party organizations, health care professionals, media, patients, policymakers etc.
  • Oversee high quality and error-free written and digital materials, including media correspondence, bylines, marketing collateral, videos, issue briefs, etc.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and form new ones across the accounts they lead to develop a 360-degree understanding of the work and provide counsel/insights that are informed by multiple perspectives
  • Contribute to organic growth of the account by identifying new business opportunities and leading all initiatives required to secure additional contracts
  • Supervise and train junior account staff; provide quality control, determine workflow and assignments
  • Develop and oversee budgets and staffing plans to ensure the health of the account from a staffing and financial perspective
  • Contribute to ongoing health care business development and marketing efforts for the office
  • Contribute to talent development program Forward U for junior staff
Qualifications
  • 9-13 years of healthcare communications experience, including agency experience
  • Successfully led strategic communications initiatives for both nonprofit and corporate clients
  • Understands how corporate communications, marketing and government relations can support one another in advancing reputation
  • Possesses strong media relations and social media experience. Paid media experience a plus.
  • Experienced people manager, having successfully overseen client teams and responsible for delivering on time and on budget
  • Is a strong budget manager, with the ability to ensure the financial health of the account
  • Is a skilled project leader who works well in stressful situations and can rally the team to the highest level of productivity
  • Has managed, coached or mentored team members to professional growth

Why Join CURA?

  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment dedicated to transforming healthcare.
  • Enjoy a flexible work-life balance with opportunities for career growth.
  • Be part of a team that values courage, positivity and hard work.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to:  thyann.nguyen@curastrategies.com