MedTech Innovator is a global accelerator and competition for medical device, digital health, and diagnostic start-ups. Our mission is to improve the lives of patients by accelerating the growth of companies that are transforming the healthcare system.
To apply, please email your resume and cover letter to careers@medtechinnovator.org
Background
This is a unique opportunity to impact the healthcare industry by supporting medtech startups in bringing their innovative technologies to the patients that need them most. The Marketing & Events Associate designs and implements programs and marketing initiatives with the goal of driving industry cross-collaboration, fostering ecosystem engagement, and increasing awareness of MedTech Innovator’s programs. The Marketing & Events Associate reports directly to and works closely with the COO to execute MedTech Innovator’s communications, marketing and outreach strategies. The position requires creative problem-solving, superior multitasking and organizational ability, meticulous attention to detail, and strong oral and written communication skills. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic self-starter with the passion and desire to grow within an exciting entrepreneurial environment and an interest in healthcare.
What We Offer
- Be a part of the largest medical device accelerator in the world
- Interact with the brightest minds in the healthcare innovation ecosystem
- Gain an insider’s view of the future of medical technology
- Contribute your ideas and explore opportunities for professional development
- Work within a dynamic, high-performing team
Potential Responsibilities
- Plan and execute initiatives to engage new and existing stakeholders
- Produce and disseminate promotional materials including newsletters, flyers, banners, videos, etc.
- Create content and manage MedTech Innovator webpage updates, blogs, and social media channels
- Provide logistical assistance in support of MedTech Innovator’s programming, including coordinating event preparation and execution, managing/creating event materials such as slide decks, speaker bios and agendas, and overseeing event promotion and registration
- Assist in managing relationships with key stakeholders by maintaining CRM databases, organizing regular check-ins, and developing informational assets
- Assist in tracking and reporting performance metrics and portfolio news
- Work with COO in other capacities as needed to support MTI
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Marketing, Communications, Business or related field
- Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience (e.g., event planning, communications, program administration)
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office / Google Docs
- Ability to prioritize and execute tasks independently
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
Preferred
- Graphic design experience (e.g., creating infographics using Canva or Piktochart, etc.)
- Experience in digital marketing or management of social media
- Experience in online management tools (Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Salesforce, WordPress, etc.)
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| Compensation | Salary | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Reports To | COO | ||
| Location | Los Angeles | ||
| Status | Exempt | ||
| Position Type | Full-Time | ||
| Travel | Up to 25% (when safe to resume) |
Physical and Working Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be:
- Able to constantly operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such a computer, copy machine, printer, etc.
- Able to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
- Able to work in a confined area
- Able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time, sometimes at a computer terminal
- Able to uphold the stress of traveling
- Able to constantly communicate with vendors, clients, staff members- therefore must be able to communicate, converse with and exchange information
- Able to detect, determine, perceive, identify, recognize and assess from long distances
- Able to perform light to moderate lifting
- Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic)
Note
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description is subject to change at any time.