Biotech Workforce Partnerships Manager

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Mission-driven culture

Job summary

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI) seeks a Community & Employer Partnerships Manager to connect Boston youth with biotech careers. You’ll cultivate relationships with schools, community groups, and employers while expanding the Academy’s enrollment pipeline and co-op opportunities.

You’ll travel across Greater Boston, work with Academy partners, and help graduates transition to full-time roles or further education, shaping access to life sciences careers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in workforce development, employer partnerships, talent pipeline building, or a related field; biotech/life sciences sector familiarity preferred.
• Experience building partnerships, developing talent pipelines, and leading external outreach or engagement efforts.
• Familiarity with Boston schools, community organizations, or workforce development networks is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a scalable industry partnership strategy to support co-op placements and long-term employment outcomes.
• Build and manage relationships with biotech and life sciences employers, positioning the Academy as a trusted workforce partner.
• Secure co-op placements and job opportunities for students and graduates.
• Lead employer engagement efforts (events, mentorship, mock interviews, career readiness initiatives).
• Oversee co-op matching, track outcomes, and use employer feedback to improve programs.
• Support graduates in transitioning to full-time roles or continued education.
• Build and refine systems to scale partnerships and improve placement outcomes.
• Lead and execute a data-informed student recruitment and enrollment strategy to build a sustainable pipeline.
• Manage day-to-day recruitment administration and enrollment processes.
• Build partnerships with Boston high schools and community organizations through ongoing outreach.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Public speaking

Project management

Job description

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI) seeks a Community & Employer Partnerships Manager to connect Boston youth with biotech careers. You’ll cultivate relationships with schools, community groups, and employers while expanding the Academy’s enrollment pipeline and co-op opportunities.

You’ll travel across Greater Boston, work with Academy partners, and help graduates transition to full-time roles or further education, shaping access to life sciences careers.