The Transmitter is an essential resource for the neuroscience community, dedicated to helping scientists at all career stages stay current in their field and build connections. We are looking for an enthusiastic Audience Development Associate to help expand our audience and develop meaningful collaborations with neuroscientists, research institutions and professional neuroscience associations internationally.
The Audience Development Associate will play a key role in helping to grow our readership among neuroscientists across a range of subfields. The Audience Development Associate will identify opportunities to forge new partnerships and nurture current relationships that align with our mission to build bridges across neuroscience and advance research. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, passionate about neuroscience and enjoys meeting new people and cultivating relationships.
This is a full-time position based in the Simons Foundation offices in New York City.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Research and identify potential partners, including individual neuroscientists, research institutions, labs, universities and professional neuroscience associations.
- Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the neuroscience community.
- Contribute to strategies to foster growth in important audience segments, such as early-career researchers.
- Work closely with the editorial team on partnership strategy and content plans, to optimize the value and impact for both The Transmitter and any prospective partners.
- Collaborate with the partners on the development of co-branded email newsletters. Work closely with The Transmitter and partners’ production teams to deploy the newsletters.
- Track the progress and impact of partnerships, providing regular reports and presentations to senior management.
- Coordinate with The Transmitter’s legal team to draft and manage new contracts.
- Travel occasionally to attend partner meetings, events and conferences.
- Perform other duties or tasks as assigned or required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business or a related field, with a strong interest in neuroscience. A master’s degree is a plus.
Experience
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in marketing, project management or a related role, preferably within the scientific or academic community.
- Software-proficient and eager to learn new platforms—must be conversant in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with Adobe Suite and Mailchimp is helpful but not essential.
Related Skills & Other Requirements:
- Strong understanding of academia and the key professional societies in the neuroscience field
- Outstanding integrity and professionalism
- Strong written, verbal and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Detail-oriented and good follow-through
- Self-starter who can work independently or as part of a team
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Proactive; can predict, identify and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner
- Multi-tasker, able to manage various projects at the same time
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- The full-time annual compensation range for this position is $65,000 – $75,000, depending on experience.
- In addition to competitive salaries, the Simons Foundation provides employees with an outstanding benefits package.
THE SIMONS FOUNDATION’S DIVERSITY COMMITMENT
Many of the greatest ideas and discoveries come from a diverse mix of minds, backgrounds and experiences, and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment. The Simons Foundation actively seeks a diverse applicant pool and encourages candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status or any other protected category under federal, state and local law.