Senior Manager, Science Marketing, Academic Research Initiatives & Science Community

Company: Amazon
Location: Seattle
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Amazon's scientific community of thousands of deep-domain experts spanning disciplines from artificial intelligence to quantum computing, is a cornerstone of the company's ability to invent on behalf of customers. Sustaining that inventive edge requires more than great science; it requires that discoveries travel fast, land with impact, and compound into new ideas and experimentation across the organization. The Senior Manager of Science Marketing will own the strategy and execution for how Amazon's scientific breakthroughs are communicated, celebrated, and activated — internally and externally. This leader will build the connective tissue between world-class researchers and the broader Amazon ecosystem, ensuring that high-impact science accelerates product innovation, strengthens Amazon's reputation as a research destination, and drives measurable business outcomes. Key job responsibilities Scientific Publications & Communications * Define Amazon's scientific publication strategy as a lever for innovation differentiation, establishing a framework that elevates high-quality research to top-tier venues. * Build a business-driven publication model aligned to Amazon's diverse portfolio of priorities — from AWS infrastructure to consumer devices to sustainability. * Translate complex research across AI, semiconductors, robotics, quantum computing, and other frontier technologies into compelling impact narratives for internal and external audiences. * Develop and execute an amplification playbook that enables PR, business-embedded marketing, amazon.science, and partner teams to cascade Amazon research breakthroughs at scale. Ecosystem Development * Architect a strategy to connect Amazon's internal scientific community, enabling rapid knowledge exchange and cross-pollination of ideas regardless of origin. * Evolve a portfolio of in-person and virtual convenings — conferences, seminars, and informal channels — that reinforce a shared culture of customer-obsessed science. * Define audience segmentation and develop tailored engagement strategies that resonate with researchers, engineers, business leaders, and external partners. * Build and manage a high-performing team, event calendars, workback plans, and vendor relationships to deliver on-brand, on-time results. * Establish a clear, simple measurement framework for scientific diffusion health and community impact. Stakeholder Engagement * Identify, cultivate, and manage strategic relationships with business and technology leaders inside and outside Amazon, including university, government, and consortia partners. * Serve as a trusted advisor to high-velocity internal innovation teams navigating complex research-to-product transitions. * Lead voice-of-partner and voice-of-customer sessions that generate actionable insights to sharpen strategy and messaging. Market Intelligence & Insights * Develop Amazon research case studies to galvanize our model for impact and success. * Monitor the technology and competitive landscape to surface opportunities and risks relevant to Amazon's scientific communities. * Partner with Amazon Connections, PR, and internal research teams to synthesize stakeholder insights that inform strategy, positioning, and narrative. - Experience in a new unit business or a startup - Master's degree or above in marketing, communications, business, or equivalent - 10 years of technology-related sales, marketing or business development experience - * Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate complex scientific and technical content to diverse audiences - * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of crafting high-impact narratives - * Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing priorities in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment - * Experience in ecosystem marketing, partner marketing, or alliance development - * Experience with event management - * Familiarity with CRM, marketing automation platforms, and AI tools - * Background working with or within research institutions, academic communities, or R&D organizations Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner. The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits . USA, WA, Seattle - 156,100.00 - 211,200.00 USD annually

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