Community & Employer Partnerships Manager

Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute • Boston, MA

5d • $65,000 - $80,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Gloucester Marine Genomics Institute (GMGI) is an independent nonprofit research institute focused on ocean health, human health, and environmental challenges through research and education. Its educational arm, Gloucester Biotechnology Academy, offers a Biotechnology Certificate Program to prepare diverse young adults for careers as biotechnology laboratory technicians. The Academy is seeking a Community & Employer Partnerships Manager to foster relationships across Greater Boston, connecting talented young adults with biotechnology careers. This role involves collaborating with schools, community organizations, employers, and workforce partners to broaden access to biotech careers and ensure employers have a skilled workforce. This is a highly relationship-centered, field-based position requiring significant time spent meeting with high schools, community organizations, biotech employers, and Academy partners throughout Greater Boston. The role involves developing long-term strategies to strengthen the Academy's employer network and enrollment pipeline. It offers a blend of strategic planning and hands-on outreach, with a focus on building trust, solving problems, and influencing diverse stakeholders. The successful candidate will operate both strategically and hands-on, engaging directly with students, educators, and employers while leading initiatives to improve enrollment and employment outcomes. The role requires significant travel within Greater Boston to visit schools, community organizations, and biotech employers, with occasional travel to the Gloucester campus. A personal vehicle is required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in workforce development, employer partnerships, talent pipeline building, or a related field
• Experience building partnerships, developing talent pipelines, and leading external outreach or engagement efforts
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with confidence in public-facing roles.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and deliver results independently
• Experience working across teams
• Mission-driven, collaborative, and committed to expanding access to biotech careers

Nice To Haves

• Experience in or familiarity with biotech/life sciences sector preferred
• Familiarity with Boston schools, community organizations, or workforce development networks is a plus
• Familiarity with work-based learning programs (co-ops, internships, etc.) preferred
• Understanding of life sciences workforce needs and hiring trends

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 strong, sustainable pipeline that expands access to biotechnology careers and meets workforce demand
• Manage the day-to-day administration of the student recruitment, application, and enrollment process, including applicant communications, enrollment documentation, and related administrative tasks
• Build partnerships with Boston high schools, community organizations, workforce agencies, and other student-serving organizations through ongoing outreach and relationship-building.
• Represent the Academy at school visits, info sessions, and community events
• Use data and stakeholder feedback to continuously refine recruitment strategy and improve outcomes
• Plan and lead key recruitment events (e.g., open houses, info sessions, site visits)

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Generous benefits package
• Inclusive, mission-driven culture committed to diversity, equity, and opportunity in science and education

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed