Parabase Genomics

www.parabasegenomics.com

Company Background:

Parabase Genomics is an early revenue-stage molecular diagnostics company that provides genomics-based testing for use in pediatric diagnostics and newborn genetic screening. Our goal is to replace the single- gene-disorder tests currently used with a comprehensive test that will rapidly screen thousands of genetic disorders enabling improved molecular diagnosis, patient management, family counseling, and possible therapeutic interventions.

Internship Position: Marketing/Research Intern

Description:

• Conduct Web and phone based research in the US neonatal diagnostics market to understand/validate the Parabase Value Hypothesis of our Lifetime Test ™.
• Work with Sales and Marketing to implement strategy for lead generation and customer outreach.
• Apply Actionable Metrics to measure customer’s response to initial product offerings/sales campaigns by contacting top Children’s Hospitals.
• Develop a You Tube video on neonatal diagnostics and newborn screening with thought leaders in the field.
• Document leads and contacts in Salesforce.com.
• Work with Directors of Research and Development and Sales/Marketing to summarize the customer feedback into succinct product specifications.
• Maintain Parabase social media efforts according to go-to-market strategy/target markets.
• Accept special assignments as required.

Qualifications:

• Academic background in marketing, business or management in the life sciences or preferably diagnostics
• Some understanding or willingness to apply The Lean Startup model
• High motivation and creative approach to problem solving
• Strong written and oral communication skills, excellent command of English language
• Experience with writing, proofreading and editing marketing literature
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, etc.
• Able to maintain sense of humor in an environment where priority and project focus may shift

Compensation:

• Approximately 10-20 hours per week during school year, 40 hours in the summer
• Compensation – $15/hr
• Immediate start date
• Transportation to UMass Boston Venture Development Center and Easton, MA headquarters is required
• To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to careers@umb.edu and cc vdc@umb.edu.

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