Masonic Medical Research Institute - MMRI · 2 days ago
Marketing and Communications Director
Utica,NY,US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveMasonic Medical Research Institute (MMRI) is seeking a Marketing and Communications Director to oversee the Office of Marketing and Communications. This role involves managing marketing strategies, communications, and brand representation while leading a team to enhance the Institute's outreach and engagement efforts.
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Responsibilities
Serves as the subject-matter expert and lead on all Institute communications and marketing strategies
Works in conjunction with Development staff on creating solicitation material and uniform branding/talking points
Designs strategies, further develops, manages, and tracks progress of the Institute’s social media accounts, website, and other relevant communication outlets
Represents the Institute at professional meetings and provides updates including recommendations for continuingly updating messaging and outreach efforts
Writes and manages delivery of press releases, newsletters, and blog posts
Communicates with media outlets and production teams
Serves as the official spokesperson of the Institute and liaison with members of the press
Manages existing Marketing and Communication staff and collaborates with team members to create style guides and brand voice outlines for all communications
Understands technologies and can perform basic graphic design responsibilities (e.g., designing and laying out one-page documents to communicate research findings)
Works on special projects to enhance the public’s understanding of the research work performed at the Institute to impact outreach to potential donors, benefactors, scientists, and other key stakeholders
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's or master's degree in communications, marketing, advertising, business administration, public relations, or other relevant discipline
Proficiency in Microsoft software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Teams, and OneNote) and Zoom
Exceptional communication abilities, including writing, speaking and active listening, with superb attention to details, grammar, and spelling
In-depth knowledge of best practices for business correspondence, public relations, advertising, marketing, and social media engagement
Professional understanding of crisis management
Great project management skills, including time management, goal setting, multitasking and prioritization
Excellent follow-through skills and ability to complete projects in a timely manner
Good data analysis, problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Ability to effectively engage with team members across all levels
Must have reliable transportation
Preferred
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite
Previous work experience in medical research field
Benefits
Excellent health, vision, dental and life insurance
A competitive 403b match
Paid time off
Company
Masonic Medical Research Institute - MMRI
Masonic Medical Research Institute is a not-for-profit institute dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for all.
Founded in 1958
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties
2024-12-02Grant
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