As a leading global contract research organization (CRO) with a passion for scientific rigor and decades of clinical development experience, Fortrea provides pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device customers a wide range of clinical development, patient access and technology solutions across more than 20 therapeutic areas. With over 19,000 staff conducting operations in more than 90 countries, Fortrea is transforming drug and device development for partners and patients across the globe.

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US.

We are currently seeking a Social Media Specialist, to contribute to the success of all social media and online campaigns by increasing followers, and overall engagement.

This full-time, remote-based position requires residence near one of the following locations: Daytona Beach, FL; Dallas, TX; or Madison, WI.

If you join us, you will work with some of the world´s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of a new drug.

What You Will Do

You will be accountable for the daily management of social platforms by writing and editing compelling social media content with the purpose of promoting healthy volunteer and special population recruitment in clinical trials.

Other key responsibilities:

Create and implement social media campaigns and calls-to-action that drive potential volunteers to the website and generate applications to participate in clinical trials.
Become an advocate of the Company in social media spaces, engaging in dialogues and sparking discussion and identifying negative commentary, reacting/responding in an appropriate way to mitigate any issues.
Analyze the impact of social campaigns by reviewing and translating data into recommendations/or plans for revising and enhancing our social media activity for the department head in an effort to maximize results.
Seeks opportunities to improve the use of new and existing social media channels to increase ‘followers’ and develop relationships with organizations and support groups relevant to special populations and patient recruitment.
Develop email and newsletter templates to increase engagement with existing volunteers.
Monitor trends in social media tools and applications.
Conduct analysis on competitor activity.
Proficient in design platforms (InDesign, Illustrator, Canva).
All other duties as needed or assigned.

YOU NEED TO BRING…

University /college degree (Marketing, Communications, or related subject field).
3 years’ experience in social media industry in lieu of a degree.
Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience in lieu of educational requirements.
1-year professional experience with social media platforms: (Facebook, Twitter, You Tube etc.)
Excellent social marketing conversation skills with a strong background in active participation on behalf of a brand.
Must be web, mobile and technology savvy with understanding of new trends and the latest in social media innovation.
Experience in managing web analytics applications (e.g., Google analytics).

The important thing for us is you are comfortable working in an environment that is:

Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.
Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.

Pay Range: $60,000 - $65,000

Benefits: All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. Regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(K), ESPP, Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO), Company bonus where applicable. For more detailed information, please click here.

Application Deadline: August 9, 2024.

Fortrea is actively seeking motivated problem-solvers and creative thinkers who share our passion for overcoming barriers in clinical trials. Our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the development process, ensuring the swift delivery of life-changing ideas and therapies to patients in need. Join our exceptional team and embrace a collaborative workspace where personal growth is nurtured, enabling you to make a meaningful global impact. For more information about Fortrea, visit www.fortrea.com.

Fortrea is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Fortrea strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We encourage all to apply.

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