Senior Director, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications

Job Description

Job Description

Janux Therapeutics is seeking a seasoned and strategic Senior Director of Investor Relations to lead the company’s external engagement across the investment community, media, and broader public audiences. This role is instrumental in shaping Janux’s corporate narrative and ensuring transparent, consistent, and impactful communication of the company’s scientific progress, financial performance, and strategic priorities. The incumbent will report directly to the Chief Corporate and Business Development Officer, and collaborate closely with the CEO, CBO, Legal, and other senior stakeholders. This role demands a seasoned communicator with deep capital markets expertise, a sophisticated understanding of the biotech landscape, and the ability to translate complex scientific and business developments into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse external audiences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a comprehensive investor relations and corporate communications strategy aligned with Janux’s mission, pipeline milestones, and business objectives.
• Lead the development and management of external communications strategy, ensuring consistent messaging and brand representation across media, investor, and public channels.
• Build and refine Janux’s brand identity and messaging frameworks to resonate with investors, partners, and the broader biotech ecosystem, strengthening the company’s reputation and market positioning.
• Lead investor engagement initiatives including conferences, non-deal roadshows, R&D / Analyst Days, and KOL webinars.
• Drive investor targeting efforts, cultivating relationships with institutional investors, analysts, and banking partners aligned with Janux’s long-term vision.
• Manage the external communications calendar to ensure strategic alignment across investors, media, and public-facing channels.
• Serve as a key spokesperson to the investment community and media, representing Janux with clarity and credibility.
• Oversee the development of investor-facing and public communications, including earnings releases, investor presentations, press releases, website content, and executive briefing materials.
• Support the preparation and delivery of quarterly earnings calls, investor conferences, and other high-profile engagements.
• Ensure consistency and compliance across all external messaging, including SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, S-3), ESG disclosures, and material event communications.
• Monitor investor sentiment, stock performance, analyst coverage, and capital markets trends; synthesize insights to inform internal strategy and messaging.
• Track sell-side models and compare against internal forecasts to anticipate market expectations and proactively shape communications.
• Take ownership of understanding Janux’s competitive landscape and peer group within the biotech sector, and proactively assess and communicate Janux’s position and value proposition to internal stakeholders and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations, Reg FD, and Janux’s disclosure policies.
• Partner with Legal and Finance to ensure transparency, accuracy, and strategic alignment in all public disclosures.
• Support communications around clinical trial results, corporate transactions, and financing activities.
• Other duties as deemed necessary.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Biology, Communications, or related field; advanced degree (MBA, PhD, or MS) preferred.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in investor relations and / or corporate communications, ideally within a publicly traded biotech, pharmaceutical, or life sciences company.

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to translate complex scientific and business developments into clear, compelling narratives.

Strong understanding of capital markets, investor behavior, and biotech valuation drivers.

Familiarity with SEC regulations, disclosure obligations, and IR best practices.

Established relationships with key investors, analysts, and media in the healthcare / life sciences space.

Experience with IR and communications platforms and tools.

Collaborative, proactive, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, science-driven environment.

Strong ability to influence and partner with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.

High level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards.

In addition to a competitive base salary ranging from $256,000 to $289,000, we offer stock options, restricted stock units, a stock purchase plan (ESPP) and a target bonus. Janux also provides a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families, which includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental disability insurance. Relocation assistance may also be available. Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and internal equity.

Job Type :   Full-time

Benefits :

401K

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental disability insurance plans

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Flexible vacation

Sick time

Incentive stock option plan

Relocation assistance

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Work authorization :

United States (Required)

Additional Compensation :

Annual targeted bonus %

Work Location :

On site (San Diego, CA)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER :

Janux Therapeutics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment and discrimination based upon a protected category, as well as an environment free from retaliation for protected activity.

Notice to Recruiters and Third-Party Agencies

The Talent Acquisition team manages the recruitment and employment process for Janux. To protect the interests of all parties involved, Janux will only accept resumes from a recruiter once a fully-executed search agreement is in place. Agencies are hereby specifically directed not to contact Janux employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Janux will consider any candidate for whom an Agency and / or Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred, free of any charges or fees.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.