Job Description

DescriptionThis position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).This position has a term length of 1 year plus 1 day and offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed on our .Location - Work primarily takes place at North Campus Edmonton.Working for the University of AlbertaThe University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 14,000 faculty and staff, over 40,000 students and 260,000 alumni worldwide.Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people \xe2\x80\x94 from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. .Working for The Metabolomics Innovation Centreis a nationally-funded core facility that has a unique combination of infrastructure and personnel to perform a wide range of cutting-edge metabolomic studies for clinical trials research, biomedical studies, bioproducts studies, nutrient profiling and environmental testing. The platform, launched in 2011, is a collaboration between nine of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s premier metabolomics researchers across six universities, with the University of Alberta as the lead institution. TMIC is funded through partnership with the Canada Foundation for Innovation\xe2\x80\x99s Major Science Initiatives program and each of the nine researchers\xe2\x80\x99 individual discovery research programs, with support from Genome Canada and multiple regional genome centres.PositionAre you a new graduate from Alberta in Commerce, Business, Marketing or a similar field and looking to showcase your communications, sales, social media and relationship building skills in a high-technology, scientifically driven environment?As part of its technology commercialization portfolio, and in partnership with Genome Alberta and the Province of Alberta, TMIC is seeking a dynamic and innovative Growth and Outreach Coordinator. This role is designed for an individual passionate about driving growth in the biotechnology and life sciences industries, technology translation and technical sales.Duties

• Assist the Operations Manager, Business Development Analyst, and other TMIC Node Leaders & Node Managers with outreach activities to grow TMIC\'s commercial opportunities and revenues.
• Conduct market research to pinpoint potential clients and explore opportunities for research collaborations.
• Proactively seek and engage clients in TMIC\xe2\x80\x99s current areas of strength, for example health sciences and agriculture, to increase TMIC\xe2\x80\x99s profile and market share.
• Expand TMIC\xe2\x80\x99s client base in emerging sectors like food/nutrition/public health and environmental metabolomics, including executing mass email campaigns or making phone calls to present TMIC to current and prospective clients.
• Support TMIC\xe2\x80\x99s social media platforms including LinkedIn, FaceBook, and X.
• Utilize TMIC\'s strong online presence to attract and engage potential clients, collaborate with the research team for outreach, and innovate in client acquisition strategies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Recent bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s graduate (April 1, 2022 to present) from an Alberta Post-Secondary in Commerce, Business, Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent required.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively present information to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Exceptional customer service and networking skills \xe2\x80\x93 sales or marketing experience is an asset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills to assess trends and identify potential business opportunities.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, foster and maintain relationships with internal and external customers.
• A strong background in making formal and informal presentations.
• Strong story-telling skills \xe2\x80\x93 we don\xe2\x80\x99t expect you to be an expert in sciences, but can you tell a story out of scientific information in a compelling and inviting way?
• Ability to construct a convincing business case, express it clearly and gain consensus around decisions, plans and actions.
• Excellent research skills with strong problem-solving ability.
• Positive and motivated self-starter, process-oriented with a high attention to detail and sense of urgency.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work independently.
• Strong time management, organization and planning skills.
• Proficiency in design and editing software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.

If this role interests you please apply online, making sure your cover letter is combined with your resume as one document and used to showcase your writing and story-telling skills.At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.Note: This opportunity will be available until midnight April 28, 2024, Edmonton, Alberta local time.

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