Marketing and Communications Manager

About the position

Absci is seeking an experienced and hands-on Marketing and Communications professional to drive digital marketing and communications initiatives within our pioneering AI-driven drug discovery biotech. You will manage content creation, social media & digital marketing, and help drive internal and external communications initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Execute digital marketing campaigns across web, email, and social media, following established strategic guidance
• Operate and maintain company social media channels, including developing content, posting updates, and engaging with followers in alignment with company messaging
• Draft, edit, and publish original content (social posts, blogs, email newsletters, web copy) that translates complex scientific information into engaging, audience-appropriate material
• Monitor online channels for brand mentions and engagement opportunities; respond to comments and inquiries as the company’s digital voice
• Stay informed on current trends in biotech communications and digital marketing best practices, incorporating actionable ideas
• Collect and report on performance analytics for digital campaigns, suggesting operational improvements where possible
• Maintain and update website content as directed, ensuring technical accuracy and a positive user experience
• Coordinate basic graphic design, layout, or video needs for digital platforms
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts and external partners to source content and ensure technical accuracy
• Develop and distribute all-staff newsletters, town-hall decks, and intranet or Slack updates
• Partner with People & Ops to align on culture, employee engagement, and feedback initiatives
• Serve as the day-to-day point for our PR agency and Supreme Optimization (web/ads)
• Manage freelance graphic designers and medical-science writing contractors, ensuring SLAs, budgets, and timelines are met
• Plan and coordinate marketing preparation for conferences and industry events
• Organize and prepare digital and print marketing collateral (e.g., presentations, one-pagers, banners, swag)
• Coordinate social media and email campaigns to promote company participation before, during, and after events
• Support virtual and in-person event logistics, such as booth content, lead collection forms, and post-event follow-up communications
• Assist with the creation of post-event reports and digital content recaps

Requirements

• 5+ years in life-sciences marketing & communications at a clinical-stage biotech or pharma and Bachelor's degree for Marketing and Communications Manager
• Proven experience managing brand social media, websites, and email communications with demonstrable engagement growth in life-sciences contexts
• Strong graphic design and marketing technology proficiency (including: Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Hootsuite, WordPress, Google Analytics) with a demonstrated portfolio of infographics, presentations, and digital assets
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills; portfolio of press materials, decks, blog posts, or thought-leadership content
• Strong project management skills; ability to juggle concurrent campaigns and tight deadlines
• Self-starter who works independently and escalates strategically when needed
• 8+ years in life-sciences marketing & communications at a clinical-stage biotech or pharma and a Bachelor's degree for Marketing and Communications Associate Director
• Proven ability to drive company goals in creative and effective ways, translating strategy into successful initiatives and campaigns
• Strong leadership skills, with a record of cross-functional collaboration and influencing at multiple organizational levels

Nice-to-haves

• Hands-on experience supporting or organizing participation in conferences, trade shows, or industry events
• Medical & Scientific Communications experience
• Basic design, video editing, or website skills
• Familiarity with search marketing or paid advertising
• Previous agency experience

Benefits

• Competitive equity package
• Medical, dental, vision benefits
• Ability to participate in employee stock purchase plan
• Unlimited vacation
• Parental leave
• Breakfast and lunch for onsite employees
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Annual bonus potential
• 401(k) with a generous company match
• Dog-friendly work environment