Marketing Specialist

About CRIO

CRIO is a pioneering provider of electronic source (eSource) solutions designed for clinical research. Our platform enhances clinical data collection and administration by ensuring compliance with protocols and minimizing errors. By replacing paper binders with automated workflows, we assist clinical trial sites and sponsors in saving time and costs, elevating data accuracy, and boosting patient safety. Our digital, site-centered method supports virtual, hybrid, and conventional clinical study frameworks to make trials more efficient.

Founded in 2015 by a clinical trial site owner intent on improving his business, CRIO now leads the eSource industry, serving over 8,000 protocols across 3,000+ sites in 30+ countries worldwide.

Role Summary

We are looking for an organized and motivated Marketing Specialist eager to develop comprehensive marketing skills within a fast-moving, collaborative team. This entry-level position devotes roughly 50% of the time managing trade shows and event logistics, while supporting marketing initiatives such as digital campaigns, content creation, and project coordination for the remainder.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage various activities related to trade shows, conferences, webinars, and events, including logistics, vendor liaison, travel arrangements, and preparation of promotional materials.
• Communicate effectively with vendors, event organizers, and participants to ensure timely information flow.
• Oversee management of event collateral, promotional items, and booth setups.
• Track and ensure all event deliverables are completed within deadlines.
• Facilitate pre- and post-event communications targeting attendees and internal staff.
• Resolve on-site event issues as they arise.
• Assist in executing email marketing, social media, and digital advertising campaigns using marketing tools.
• Create various content types—blogs, social media posts, email drafts, and sales materials—following clear guidance.
• Maintain and update website content in cooperation with external vendors.
• Utilize established templates to produce new marketing assets consistent with CRIO branding.
• Provide updates on task progress and meet deadlines reliably.
• Support marketing projects and help keep initiatives organized.
• Perform additional marketing-related tasks as priorities evolve.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or allied disciplines.
• 0 to 2 years of professional experience in marketing, event coordination, or related roles; internship experiences are also valued.
• Familiarity with clinical research or life sciences sectors is advantageous but not mandatory.

Essential Skills and Attributes

• Excellent organizational abilities and strong attention to detail for multitasking effectively.
• Proficient verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Comfort using marketing software and willingness to quickly learn new platforms.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently in a remote setting.
• Team-oriented with a positive approach to building internal and external relationships.
• Availability to travel for industry events and the annual CRIO conference as needed.

Preferred Experience

• Knowledge of HubSpot, CRM systems, or project management platforms.
• Understanding of eClinical systems, clinical trial sites, or the overall clinical research ecosystem.
• Basic graphic design skills with tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.

Benefits

• Fully remote work setup within the United States.
• Unlimited paid time off.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Healthcare coverage including dental and vision benefits fully covered by the company.
• Life insurance provided.
• Professional development reimbursement.
• Reimbursement for home office expenses.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We value diversity and inclusion, ensuring equal employment chances irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, age, or any other protected characteristic.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, remote role with occasional travel requirements. Flexible hours may be necessary to align with project timelines or time zones.

Disability Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the hiring process upon request.