Gran Lab Ltd. is a Northern Ireland-based dermatological science company dedicated to developing innovative, steroid-free solutions for managing chronic skin conditions like psoriasis and eczema. Backed by a diverse team of biochemists, formulation scientists, and pharmaceutical experts, we are committed to creating effective, inclusive products suitable for every skin tone. The company also established The Clearing®, the first support network in Northern Ireland for people living with chronic skin diseases, fostering community and empowerment. Driven by compassion and a mission to improve lives, Gran Lab Ltd. is preparing to launch SkinSettle™, a breakthrough product aimed at offering lasting relief to those affected.
The Role
Thisisn’tjust a scheduling job. This role is about bringing the heart ofGranlab® to life across every platform.
We’rea four-person startupoperatingout of central Belfast and a lab at Queen’s University Belfast, pioneering steroid-free-by-design treatments for chronic skin conditions that affectnearly abillion people worldwide. OurSkinSettle™ range launches in autumn 2026.We’redoing research nobody else is doing;we’vebuilt Northern Ireland’s first community for people living with skin disease; and the momentum is building fast.
We’redoers, not talkers, andwe’relooking for someone ready to grow with us!
Show up with bold ideas, honest opinions, and genuine resilience. No fluff, no ego, just openconversationsand real graft. We want someone who says what they mean, brings fresh thinking and new formats, anddoesn’tfold when things get tough.
Ifyou’reready to join one of the hottest startups in Belfast, this is yourmoment!
What Success Looks Like
* Growing and engagingGranlab’ssocial community across key platforms, with a particular focus on the chronic skin disease community.
* Delivering strong, consistent organic social support for product launches, clinical milestones, and key brand moments.
* Creating high-performing, on-brand content that balances scientific credibility with warmth and accessibility.
* Continuously evolving content formats, cadence, and platform strategy through testing and insights.
* Translating behind-the-scenes work into compelling stories that build trust and excitement
* Building awareness and membership of The Clearing®, our community and support network for people with chronic skin diseases.
Key Responsibilities
* Be the eyes and ears behind the scenes atGranlab® capturing our story as it unfolds while building the content engine that gets us launch-ready and the community hyped before we go live.
* Build and own a content calendar that maps our pre-launch momentum, rooted in our brand pillars of science, sensitivity, community, and empowerment, so we hit launch day with purpose and intent.
* Maintain a consistent tone of voice and visual identity that is warm, expert, and unmistakably Granlab ®.
* Keep social content locked in with the bigger picture by fuellingThe Clearing® growth and building anticipation forSkinSettle™ as we build the momentum that sets Granlab ® up for launch day.
* Bring fresh ideas, new formats, and positive energy to the table.
Content Creation & Coordination
* Brief and manage internal and external creators to deliver engaging, high-quality content.
* Create, edit, and publish posts, stories, and reels across Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, and emerging platforms.
* Repurpose content strategically tomaximisereach and consistency across channels.
* Plan and support content days with the founders and research team, capturing the real, purposeful essence of the brand.
* Travel to events, photoshoots, and content days across Northern Ireland, Ireland, and the UK asrequired.
Social Media Management
* Own the day-to-day management of all organic social channels.
* Be the friendly, knowledgeable voice ofGranlab, engaging with our community across comments and messages with care and sensitivity.
* Monitor trends and platform performance to continuallyoptimisecontent and approach.
Campaign Execution
* Support the rollout of influencer, paid, and brand campaigns, ensuring organic social execution aligns with campaign objectives.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure messaging is cohesive,timely, and impactful.
Insights & Optimisation
* Analyse performance and turn insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
* Use data to refine content strategy, posting cadence, and platform focus.
* Share learnings and creative recommendations to continually evolve our social presence.
WhatYou’llBring
* 3+ years’ experience in social media, content, or marketing (experience within health, skincare, wellness, or science-led brands is a strong plus).
* Proven ability to independently film, edit and produce high-quality video and photographic content
* Strong understanding of socialplatforms:Meta Platforms (Instagram and Facebook), TikTok, LinkedIn.
* Track what’s landing (shares, saves, and watch time) and emerging trends to sharpen the content week on week leading up to product launch.
* Excellent copywriting skills with a natural ability to communicate complex topics with warmth and clarity.
* Confidence using tools such as Meta Business Suite, Canva,CapCut, or similar.
* A creative eye, strong attention to detail, and anorganised, proactive mindset.
* Strong grasp of brand alignment and graphic design.
* Build and manage a content calendar to keep production flowing.
* Ability to balance creativity with structure, deadlines, and commercial priorities.
* A genuine interest in science, skincare, and community-driven storytelling.
* Confidence on camera, happy to create behind-the-scenes or on-screen content.
* Full driving licence and valid passport (travel is part of therole)*.
*This job role requires you to haveafull right to work in the UK, as this job does not offer visasponsorship.
* Experience working with influencers or creators.
* Understanding of paid social and boosting strategies.
* Familiarity with clinicalor cosmeticregulated product communications.
Qualifications
* Experience in brand management and the ability to develop, implement, and evaluate brand strategies.
* Expertise in Market Analysis, Marketing, and Campaign Management.
* Strong skills in communication, relationship building, and team collaboration.
* Knowledge of Digital Marketing, Content Development, and Social Media Campaigns.
* Analytical thinking and the ability to interpret performance metrics to enhance brand growth.
* Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, communications, or a related field.
Location & Working Style
This is a full-time role. The ideal candidate will be working in our R&D facility at Queen’s University Belfast and our central Belfast office space. For the right person, we offer flexibility with the expectation that you are available to be on-site regularly for content days, collaboration, and key brand moments.
WhyYou’llLove WorkingwithUs
* Be part of a pioneering Northern Irish startup redefining dermatological care globally.
* Work alongside a passionate founder and research team based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
* Make a realimpact;your ideas will shape how people with chronic skin conditions discover and connect with Granlab ®.
* Grow your career in a brand built on compassion, scientificrigour, and genuine community.
Benefits:
Company pension, employee discount,flexitime, on-site parking, hybrid working
How to Apply
Send the following to hello@granlab.co
* A content portfolio or links to social accounts you've managed
* A short video (60-90 seconds) introducing yourself the way you'd talk to our audience. Upload it as an unlisted YouTube link
* A quick content pitch: pick one thing from our Instagram, TikTok, or website and tell us what you'd do differently or what you'd make next
* Your CV
No cover letter needed. Show us how you think, how you create, and why Granlab!
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