Marketing Communications Specialist

Marketing Communications Specialist

Sequence Bio is a Newfoundland and Labrador-based biotechnology company conducting genetic research to discover the true biological causes of disease.

We collaborate with the people and medical professionals of Newfoundland and Labrador and partner with leading pharma and biotech to help accelerate the development of better medicines for global unmet medical needs.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly motivated Marketing Communications Specialist to join our team. As a Marketing Communications Specialist youll be responsible for building Sequence Bios brand awareness and communicating the impact of our research.

Were looking for someone who can effectively communicate our research to those it aims to helpfrom local study participants and medical professionals to global partners in drug this role youll find creative ways to turn complex topics into clear messaging that increases interest in Sequence Bios work. If youre driven to make a lasting real-world difference this is your chance to be part of something that can truly matter for patients and their families for generations to come.

The Role
Reporting to the Vice President of Strategy & Market Development you will own the ongoing execution of Sequence Bios communications strategy. As the steward for all public-facing communications youll ensure our messaging stays consistent and impactful across all channels. Youll bring a mix of original content creation and project managementdeveloping your own material while also managing external vendorsincluding design agencies consultants and production teamsto deliver high-quality brand assets on time and on budget.

What Youll Do
Responsibilities

Strategic Messaging & Storytelling

• Translate complex genetic research into clear compelling communications for research participants healthcare providers and global partners.
• Maintain a consistent brand voice across all touch points ensuring Sequence Bios mission and ethical commitments are central to every message.

Content Creation & Campaign Execution

• Develop and manage a multi-channel content calendar including social media earned media email newsletters and website updates.
• Write edit and proofread high-quality copy for press releases corporate presentations and participant recruitment materials.
• Coordinate with external vendors or internal teams to produce visual assets (graphics photography or video) that support key initiatives.

Digital Growth & Performance

• Monitor and report on the performance of communication efforts (e.g. social engagement email open rates website traffic) to optimize future campaigns.

Internal Advocacy & Events

• Manage internal communications to ensure all staff are informed of company milestones and can act as effective brand ambassadors.
• Provide on-the-ground communication support for community town halls events and industry conferences.

Security & Data Integrity

• Protect all data in accordance with the companys policies and work proactively and collaboratively with the security department.
• A commitment to flexible working hours during peak project deployment is required.
• Willing to take initiative; create and take on new responsibilities as our company continues to grow.
• Other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or CEO.

Who You Are

Qualifications & Skills

• Postsecondary education (bachelors degree diploma and/or certificates) in marketing communications or a related field.
• Early-career communications specialist with at least 5 years of experience.
• Ability to operate with a high level of autonomy managing projects independently from conception to completion.
• Strong capability in building a cohesive corporate story; excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to synthesize technical briefs into clear compelling messaging for diverse audiences (e.g. medical partners participants).
• Experience using market research and direct user feedback to inform communication strategies.
• Proven experience planning executing and managing comprehensive marketing campaigns including online and social media strategies.
• Proficiency in digital asset creation tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite Figma Canva) is an asset.

Why Join Sequence Bio
Working with us means working for the benefit of others. Whether your job is analyzing multi-dimensional data sets or coding a research applicationwere all driven by the same purpose: enable breakthrough medical discoveries to improve lives around the world.

Our benefits include:

• Fair and equitable salary
• Competitive stock option plan
• Progressive health and wellness plan
• Company-matched retirement savings
• Generous PTO and parental and family leave
• Learning and professional development allowance

Our Commitment
Ethics privacy and security excellence is rooted in everything we do at Sequence Bio. We are transparent about our information sharing policies and practices and are committed to returning benefits to Newfoundland and Labrador. All our employees must uphold the companys commitment in all they do and champion the companys ethics privacy and security mindset to ensure we maintain our best-in-class approach.

Sequence Bio is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) and recognize the importance and value of a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe inclusive and respectful environment for everyone we interact with. If you could benefit from an accommodation during any stage of our recruitment process please share with us how we can best support you.

Culture and Benefits

Sequence Bio has been named one of Canadas Top Small & Medium Employers for 2026. This recognition highlights our commitment to our team through flexible people-first policies comprehensive benefits continuous professional development our leadership in gender diversity and more.

Position(s): Full Time

Location: St. Johns NL or remote

Salary: Commensurate with experience and education

Required Experience:

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