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# VP, Communications at Function Health

- **Company:** Function Health
- **Location:** United States
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** remote
- **Posted:** 2026-10-07
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19
- **Apply:** https://jobs.gem.com/function-health/am9icG9zdDqDkk8EFKWfWTP7VXl96LJs

## Job description

Company Overview

Function is how you manage your lifelong health. The mission is to empower 8 billion people to live 100 healthy years. We've created a new category in health. Named a TIME100 Most Influential Company. Raised $350M from investors ranging from a16z to Kevin Hart. We started with lab testing three years ago and are quickly building a full-stack health system.

Function now reaches over a million people owning their health in a new way — far beyond biohackers and health nuts. It's popular coast to coast, across a wide range of incomes. Function is $1 a day, for what could otherwise cost thousands and be accessible only to a select few.

We're growing our team very selectively. World-class talent only. You must be driven by the mission to materially impact how people live globally. The right person has a bias toward action and a growth mindset. There's no time to waste, and hard work is required. The reward is career-defining purpose and upside.

## Role

Function Health is hiring a VP, Communications to build and lead our next-generation communications function from the ground up. This is a rare opportunity to shape how a category-defining health company shows up in the world — not through paid media, but by earning it. We're looking for a leader with a proven track record of keeping brands culturally relevant and top of mind over the long haul, with deep relationships across business press, cultural tastemakers, celebrity and influencer ecosystems, and the podcasters and YouTubers who now drive so much of the health and wellness conversation. You'll also own the full spectrum of corporate communications — from executive visibility and internal comms to navigating the specific credibility demands of medical and scientific communication — all in service of a consumer-first brand story. You will build and lead the team that makes this happen.

## What You'll Own

Brand & Earned Media

- Own the earned media strategy that keeps Function Health consistently top of mind — securing and sustaining coverage across top-tier business, health, and lifestyle press, podcasters, YouTube creators.
- Leverage established relationships with reporters, editors, and producers at major business and consumer outlets, turning Function into a go-to source and story.
- Identify and act on cultural moments, trends, and news cycles where Function Health has a credible, timely point of view.

Celebrity, Influencer, Podcast & Creator Relations

- Collaborate with Talent and Creator to build and maintain direct relationships with leading podcasters, YouTubers, and digital creators in the health, wellness, and lifestyle spaces, securing high-impact appearances, interviews, and features.
- Partner with Marketing to integrate talent, influencer, and creator engagement into broader brand and launch strategies.
- Set standards for how the brand engages with press, talent and creators, ensuring alignment with Function's medical credibility and consumer trust.

Corporate & Executive Communications

- Serve as a strategic communications partner and spokesperson-prep lead for the executive team and founders, including media training and message development.
- Lead corporate and crisis communications, protecting and building the company's reputation with investors, partners, and the public.
- Develop narrative and positioning for major company milestones — funding, product launches, partnerships, and leadership news.

Medical & Scientific Community Communications

- Build credible, trusted communication channels with the medical and scientific community, including physicians, researchers, and clinical advisors.
- Ensure all health, science, and clinical claims are communicated accurately, responsibly, and in a way that builds long-term trust.
- Partner closely with Function's medical and scientific leadership to translate complex research into clear, credible public communication.

Consumer Communications & Events

- Champion a consumer-first lens across all communications work, ensuring member trust and relevance guide every story told.
- Lead flagship events and experiential moments — press events, launches, summits, and activations — that generate visibility and cultural relevance.

## Team Building & Leadership

- Build the Communications function from the ground up: define the team structure, hire and develop talent, and establish agency/vendor partnerships as needed.
- Set the vision, operating rhythm, and measurement framework for communications' contribution to brand and business goals.

## What You'll Bring

- Minimum of 15 years in communications leadership, with a track record of building and sustaining brand relevance through earned media over the long term.
- Established relationships with business press, top-tier media, cultural tastemakers, and leading podcasters and YouTubers — relationships you can activate on day one.
- Direct experience working with celebrity talent, influencer and creator teams (including podcasters and YouTubers), agents, and managers to build brand moments and partnerships.
- Experience leading corporate, executive, and crisis communications at a high-growth or high-visibility company.
- Comfort operating in a regulated, credibility-sensitive category (health, medicine, science, wellness, or similar) where accuracy and trust are non-negotiable.
- A consumer-brand mindset — you think like a marketer as much as a communicator.
- Experience building and leading a communications team and function from an early or evolving stage.
- Exceptional executive presence and judgment; trusted advisor to founders and C-suite.
- Sharp writer and storyteller who can move fluidly between a press pitch, an executive talking point, and an all-hands message.

## Nice to Have

- Prior experience in health, wellness, diagnostics, or a scientifically regulated consumer category.
- Experience communicating through hyper-growth, category-creation, or high-profile launch moments.

Reporting & Team This role reports to the Chief Marketing and Communications Officer and will be a founding member of the broader Marketing & Communications leadership team. The VP, Communications will build their own team over time, with initial hiring priorities to be defined jointly during onboarding.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us: We value our team at Function and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about using technology to improve people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.

Join the Function Health team and become a part of our mission to revolutionize healthcare. Work with us to make a difference in the lives of thousands, ensuring a healthier future for all. Discover more about us and how we're changing the face of healthcare at [Function Health](https://www.functionhealth.com/).

Important Notice: Legitimate communication from the Function Health team will always come from an email address ending in @functionhealth.com. Function Health will never request personal information such as banking details or payment during the hiring process. Please be cautious of communications or job offers that come from other email domains, instant messaging platforms, or unsolicited calls. If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of a communication, please reach out to us directly at talent@functionhealth.com.

## About Function Health

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Function Health is a preventive health platform that provides comprehensive lab testing and advanced imaging to empower individuals to proactively manage their health and aim for 100 healthy years.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Series B; total funding $354.1M)
- **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States
- **Founded**: 2022
- **Founders**: Pranitha Patil, Jonathan Swerdlin, Mark Hyman, M.D., Seth Weisfeld, Dan Swerdlin

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Healthcare technology (preventive health monitoring and lab testing)
- **Target customers**: B2C – individuals seeking deep, proactive health awareness and management
- **Mission**: Empower you to live 100 healthy years by giving you the deepest awareness of what is happening within your body

## Products & Services
- **Function Membership**: A subscription service ($365/year) that includes access to 160+ lab tests (covering heart, hormones, thyroid, nutrients, metals, autoimmunity, liver, and more), advanced imaging (MRI & CT scans), and doctor-reviewed insights with a personalized health plan. Members test at 2,000+ lab locations across the US or via at-home collection.
- **Ezra AI** (acquired 2025): Full-body MRI cancer screening service, integrated into Function’s offering.
- **Getlabs** (acquired): At-home blood draw service to expand member convenience.
- **SuppCo** (acquired): Personalized supplement recommendations based on lab results.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: Total funding of $354.1M; over 150,000 members as of mid-2024
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Lead investors include Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) Bio + Health (led Series A), with participation from Kevin Hart, Matt Damon, One Mind Accelerator, and Pari Passu Venture Partners. Medical & Scientific Advisory Board includes former Cleveland Clinic physician Mark Hyman, M.D.
- **Growth Signals**: Headcount grew 85.1% year-over-year to 363 employees; workforce distributed across 12 countries; acquired three companies (Ezra AI, Getlabs, SuppCo) in 2025; SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA-aligned security certifications.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Comprehensive testing depth**: 160+ lab tests versus the average 19 tests in a typical physical, covering a far wider range of biomarkers.
- **Integrated advanced imaging**: Full-body MRI and CT scans included, a rarity in direct-to-consumer health platforms.
- **Trusted medical backing**: Advisory board of world‑class physicians and partnerships with established lab networks.
- **Data privacy & security**: SOC 2 Type II and HIPAA-aligned, with encrypted health data and strict privacy controls.

## Strategic Focus
Function is pursuing a long‑term (100‑year) vision to make proactive health management the norm. Current priorities include scaling the membership base, integrating acquired companies (Ezra AI, Getlabs, SuppCo) to create a seamless end‑to‑end experience, expanding the test panel and imaging options, and deepening personalization through AI‑driven insights.

## Why Work Here
- **Mission‑driven culture**: A team united by the goal of radically improving human health; employees report high alignment with the company’s purpose.
- **Remote‑first workplace**: Fully remote team with flexible work from anywhere; open time‑off policy and 13 company holidays.
- **Competitive benefits**: Comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) match, and a free Function membership for employees.
- **Engineering & product focus**: Building at the intersection of biology and technology; roles span AI, software engineering, product design, and data science. Recent openings include Staff Software Engineer, AI Lead, and Software Engineering Manager.
- **Growth environment**: Rapidly scaling company (85% headcount growth) with opportunities to influence both product and company direction.

## Sources
1. [functionhealth.com - Careers](https://www.functionhealth.com/careers)
2. [functionhealth.com - About](https://www.functionhealth.com/about)
3. [functionhealth.com - Home](https://www.functionhealth.com/)
4. [linkedin.com - Function Health](https://linkedin.com/company/functionhealth)
5. [cbinsights.com - Function Health](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/functionhealth)

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