Conference Producer, HealthCare Life Sciences

<p><strong>We have an Amazing Career Opportunity for a Conference Producer!</strong></p> <p><strong>Who are we? </strong> </p> <p>At Questex, you can make an impact by helping marketers and buyers connect more efficiently and effectively. Questex is a leading global events, media, and business information company, yet we are still a place where your voice is heard, and your ideas are appreciated. So, you can make an immediate difference in our success while advancing your career.</p> <p>Questex drives business forward through a rich engagement platform centered on leading events and surrounded by data insights and digital communities.  </p> <p>Check us out here: <a href="http://www.questex.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.questex.com</a> </p> <p>Questex is currently seeking a Conference Producer to join the Fierce Life Sciences & Healthcare Events Team. We have an exciting opportunity for a candidate looking to pursue a career in conference programming, specifically writing and covering the life sciences and healthcare industries. If you enjoy conducting research, writing engaging content and storytelling, have a strong curiosity for the pharmaceutical, biotech, payer, hospital and healthcare industries, and are looking to further your career by collaborating with a team of seasoned conference producers and journalists, we want to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>Questex’s Fierce Life Sciences & Healthcare Events Team:</strong> </p> <p>Fierce offers a full suite of news, analysis and event education, all in one place. The Fierce Life Sciences & Healthcare Events team organizes the industry’s leading conferences (live and virtual) in the pharma, biotech and healthcare sectors. Our portfolio includes flagship events such as Fierce Pharma Week, Fierce Biotech Week, and many more throughout the year. <a href="https://www.fiercelifesciences.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.fiercelifesciences.com/</a></p> <p>The ideal candidate has at least 2-3 years of business experience conducting market research and developing engaging content for life sciences or healthcare-focused audiences, identifying and interacting with industry thought leaders, or a scientific background in a marketing or client facing role. Prior knowledge of the biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceutical or healthcare industry is a plus. Additionally, we are seeking a determined individual to work in a highly motivated, engaging, and team-driven environment.</p> <p><strong>As our Conference Producer, you’ll support Questex’s success by:</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Conducting in-depth market research to identify the latest trending topics and timely subjects that should feature on the conference agenda</li> <li>Cultivating strong relationships with subject matter experts and recruiting key industry leaders to become potential speakers, advisory board members and advocates for the events</li> <li>Working with speakers to develop content and overseeing all aspects of a program throughout its entire life cycle</li> <li>Helping to inform marketing strategy and develop messaging and marketing materials for websites, emails and social media</li> <li>Collaborating with the sales team to assist in identifying potential event sponsors and developing key messaging for clients</li> <li>Working with clients/internal colleagues to develop and create advertorial content for webinars, podcasts, white papers and other products </li> <li>Traveling to conferences to manage and provide onsite support in a professional, customer-service-oriented manner </li> </ul> <p><strong>Your Experience and Education include:</strong>             </p> <ul> <li>A curious mind with an interest in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare and life sciences industries</li> <li>Good people skills that can apply an analytical approach to research and decision-making</li> <li>Minimum of 2 years of business experience required</li> <li>Strong project management skills and the work ethic needed to lead proactively  </li> <li>Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines by employing strong problem-solving and time management skills</li> <li>An aptitude for high-level business communication to liaise with external parties and all levels of staff   </li> </ul> <p><strong>Who you are as a Team Member:</strong></p> <ul> <li>You proactively seek to adopt and implement diversity into your work, including valuing diverse backgrounds, experiences and thinking. You also embrace creating and nurturing a culture of diversity, inclusion, and belonging.</li> <li>Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal. </li> <li>Willingness to ‘roll up sleeves and dive deep into tactical work when necessary.</li> <li>Good interpersonal skills, willingness to learn and continue to grow professionally.</li> <li>Strong team player and ability to work well with others.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why apply?</strong> </p> <ul> <li><strong>Why we are here: </strong>Helping people to live longer and live better by focusing on the Experience Economy.</li> <li><strong>What we do: </strong>We connect buyers and sellers.</li> <li><strong>How we do it: </strong>Easy to work with. We deliver superior results. Provide world-class experiences.</li> <li><strong>Our DNA is our guiding principles: </strong>Collaboration, Honesty & Transparency, Curiosity, Growth, Fun, Purpose Driven <strong> </strong></li> </ul> <p><strong>OUR CULTURE</strong></p> <p>At Questex, we listen to each other and to our customers. And we have fun in a fast-paced, vibrant, and supportive environment. We’re big on ideas, not on rigid processes, rules or org charts. We know that life can be unpredictable, so we’re flexible and adaptable to change. </p> <p><strong>YOUR INITIATIVE</strong></p> <p>At Questex, you will join a fast-growing company of bright and ambitious but easygoing people from a diversity of professions, experiences, and backgrounds. We keep it real. Like to take the lead? Go for it! We encourage innovative thinking and action. Whether you like to create things, manage things, or sell things, you can make your mark at Questex.</p> <p><strong>OUR REWARDS/WHAT WE OFFER</strong></p> <p>Questex celebrates the contributions of every member of our team by providing a dynamic and caring work environment, competitive benefits package designed to ensure our employees physical and mental health are top priority.</p> <p>The expected base salary for this position ranges from<strong> $60K to $70K </strong>and will be eligible to receive a quarterly incentive. Salary offers are based on a broad scope of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. Market, geographic and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package we offer the following: </p> <ul> <li>Vacation - 15-20 days depending on years of service </li> <li>12 Paid Holidays  </li> <li><a href="https://www.fitonhealth.com/members" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FitOn Health,</a> access to a leading digital wellness platform that offers premium in person and online classes</li> <li>Health and Welfare Benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and others) </li> <li>Parental Leave</li> <li>Online Educational Learning Library of over 16,000 courses for employees to enhance and develop their skills</li> <li>Access to Mental Health Resources-Talkspace, & Ginger Virtual Behavioral Health</li> <li>401k, with Matching Contributions to include educational webinars sponsored by our 401K partner </li> <li>Mission-driven culture with an enthusiastic, professional team </li> <li>Work-life balance </li> <li>Discounts through various partnerships </li> </ul> <p><strong>DEI Mission: </strong></p> <p>Our mission is to create inclusive experiences and opportunities for all, empowering individuals and communities, ensuring that everyone can see themselves represented in our offices, virtual spaces and our work.</p> <p>With offices in Washington D.C., Singapore, and United Kingdom and a grand span of remote locations in the US, we are always on the lookout for talented people to join our team. </p> <p><strong>Questex is an Equal Opportunity Employer –Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Expression/Age/Military or Veteran Status/Citizenship Status, or other protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.</strong></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p>

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