Marketing and Community Engagement Specialist
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Overview
FORTREA IN LEEDS – WHERE MEDICAL BREAKTHROUGHS BEGIN. At Fortrea, our world-class Clinical Research Unit in Leeds is a 65,000 ft², 100-bed facility dedicated to Early Clinical Research. A cornerstone of our global operations, it’s here where life-saving medicines begin their journey. We’re looking for a Marketing Specialist to help strengthen bridges between science and society, inspiring patients and healthy volunteers to participate in clinical trials.
What You Will Do
* Design bold recruitment campaigns. Create imaginative, data-informed outreach strategies using digital media, grassroots engagement, and healthcare partnerships.
* Client collaboration & consultation. Serve as a strategic partner to sponsors and study teams, offering tailored plans, insights, and updates that drive recruitment success.
* Participant experience architect. Ensure every interaction—from first contact to final follow-up—is clear, compassionate, and compliant.
* Solve recruitment bottlenecks. Tackle enrolment challenges with creative, actionable solutions that keep timelines intact and stakeholders confident.
* Community engagement & advocacy. Represent the research team at outreach events, health fairs, and webinars, building trust and awareness across diverse populations.
* Data-driven storytelling. Turn recruitment metrics into compelling reports and presentations that inform strategy and inspire action.
Hybrid Work Model
HYBRID JOB, LEEDS. Designed to support both productivity and work-life balance, in this flexible working hours job:
* You will work minimum 3 days on-site and 2 days from home.
* Core hours are Monday to Friday; occasional support for weekend events may be required.
Required
WHO YOU ARE
* 1-2 years’ experience in a marketing discipline (agency or in-house) with a focus on retention, growth or audience engagement.
* Solid background in planning and executing campaigns across online, offline, and community channels.
* A knack for creative problem-solving and strategic thinking.
* Confidence working with clients, sponsors, and diverse communities, including presenting confidently to stakeholders.
* Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) in Marketing.
Nice To Have
* Familiarity with GCP, IRB processes, and clinical trial regulations (full training provided if needed).
* Experience with CRM or CTMS platforms.
* Certification in Clinical Research or Patient Engagement.
* Background in design, digital marketing, or community organizing.
Why Fortrea
Every new treatment will begin with you. At Fortrea, you will belong to a team that generates the early data that turns discovery into possibility, and possibility into real therapies for patients. Join us and support our mission “To help make life-changing healthcare solutions possible”.
Learn more about our EEO & Accommodations request here.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Marketing and Sales
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