Overview:
VectorBuilder is a rapidly growing biotechnology company that has established itself as a global leader in a range of life sciences products and services, including vector cloning, virus packaging, library construction, stable cell line generation, Covid-19 research reagents, and GMP manufacturing of clinical grade plasmid DNA and viruses. VectorBuilder's revolutionary online vector design platform has become highly popular with researchers around the world for its rich functionalities and highly intuitive user interface.
VectorBuilder seeks a marketing assistant to support the marketing team in building the company’s online community, increasing brand awareness, and generating engaging content that generates conversions and leads.
This role will be given training and the ability to learn new skills and develop as a marketing professional. Quick advancement and career growth opportunities are available.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with managing the company social media channels, including LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook
- Support analysis of reach and engagement data to develop recommendations for ongoing improvement in marketing strategy, including use of Google Ads, Google Search Console, and other analytics tools
- Create content that promotes audience interaction, increases audience presence on company site, and encourages audience participation
- Assist marketing management with large projects, events, and community management
- Work with marketing team to develop longer term social media campaigns
- Assist in the proposal of marketing strategies and social media campaigns
- Other projects when needed
Qualifications:
- BS or higher degree in biology, genetics, or related major field (preferred)
- Marketing or social media marketing experience (2+ years) or marketing degree
- Graphic design experience is a plus
- Technology skills
- Content writing
- Graphic design
- Video and sound editing
- Social media campaign execution
- Teamwork
- Self-Motivation
- Strong Communication Skills
- Idea Presentation
- Detail-Oriented
- Collaboration
VectorBuilder is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. VectorBuilder makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Marketing: 2 years (Preferred)
- creating video content: 2 years (Preferred)
- posting business content on social media: 1 year (Preferred)
- Google Ads: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.20 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Please list your minimum and desired salary.
- If offered the position, how soon are you able to start?
Education:
Experience:
- Marketing: 2 years (Preferred)
- Graphic design: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60609 (Required)
Work Location: In person