Healthcare Innovation Strategic Marketing Manager

Job Summary:

Leveraging their unique talent and skillset, the Healthcare Innovation Strategic Marketing Manager will support CU Innovations strategic vision by overseeing day-to-day healthcare innovation marketing operations, researching cutting-edge technologies invented by campus faculty & researchers, assisting with the development and implementation of strategic marketing plans and generating marketing materials for CU Anschutz's most promising pharmaceutical, medical device, diagnostic and other healthcare inventions.

The Healthcare Innovation Strategic Marketing Manager will support the CU Innovations licensing team and the goal of increasing campus revenue streams by leading the implementation strategic plans, and managing market research, targeting and outreach for such technologies. The Healthcare Innovation Strategic Marketing Manager must be a critical thinker with a demonstrated track record of taking successful action and a drive for challenging themselves.

The Healthcare Innovation Strategic Marketing Manager will assist in analyzing the competitive market for new technologies, valuing those technologies, and assisting with the development of strategic marketing plans to license technologies. This position will support the Licensing Managers by aiding in deal negotiations for their technology portfolios by implementing a targeted outreach strategy for potential licensees.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work in a highly collaborative manner, with the Licensing Managers as the primary customers and cross-functional partners.
• Understand the science behind innovative new medical technologies being developed at CU Anschutz. Partner closely with the Healthcare Innovations Strategic Program Director and CU Anschutz scientists/inventors to ensure materials and potential technology applications are clearly and thoroughly captured.
• Conducting research to understand the competitive landscape for groundbreaking early technologies and make recommendations to leadership. Identify and use various market research resources while performing the job function.
• Follow the defined process for developing marketing materials, including non-confidential summaries and pitch decks, for the University's highest priority assets. Generate marketing materials, in collaboration with the Healthcare Innovations Strategic Program Director.
• Assist in creating strategic marketing plans for approaching industry to license and commercialize these technologies, including competitive landscape and target company analysis with an eye towards the value proposition for potential partners.
• Assist in creating target lists and work with the business development Program Director function to execute licensing agreements.

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.

Why Join Us:

CU Innovations is an integral part of The University of Colorado's Anschutz Medical Campus, a top-tier academic medical institution, collaborating with pioneering researchers, clinicians, staff, and external partners at the University of Colorado, staff at UCHealth and Children's Hospital Colorado. Together, we power innovation by imagining, discovering and commercializing advanced healthcare solutions, including treatments, medical devices, and cutting-edge technologies. Our mission at CU Innovations is driven by the unique collaborative environment we operate in, and our guiding principle is to transform breakthrough discoveries and treatments into realities within an efficient ecosystem that accelerates their availability to patients. This approach not only empowers our partners to have an immediate and meaningful impact but also enhances the quality of life and outcomes for patients now and in the future, at both CU and beyond.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in science, engineering or business. Substitute: A master's degree in science, engineering or business, may substitute for an unrelated bachelor's degree.
• The position requires at least 4-6 years of extensive, diverse and progressively responsible business & marketing experience relevant to the responsibilities of the role.

Conditions of Employment:

• Some domestic travel required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or an advanced degree in a related scientific or engineering field.
• Minimum of 5 years' relevant business & marketing experience.
• Experience in healthcare consulting, management consulting, investment banking, or commercial experience at a biopharmaceutical company.
• Knowledge of and experience working in pharmaceutical, cell and gene therapy, medical device, diagnostic and other healthcare technology development.
• A proven track record of implementing strategic plans within pharmaceutical / biotech / dx / medical device industries.

Competencies/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Must have ability and confidence to effectively function independently, be a self-starter, and be a team player within a collaborative organization.
• Other required skills include creativity, excellent communication (written and oral) skills, strong financial analysis, and strategic and innovative thinking capabilities.
• Must have ability to effectively present to the sr. leadership level of internal and external organizations.
• Relevant business skills and knowledge, including strategic, financial, marketing and market research expertise are preferred.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Three to five professional references, including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Questions should be directed to: Lindley Pagels, lindley.pagels@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by March 31, 2025. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting hiring range for this position has been established as $83,084 - $120,000

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.