Business Development Marketing Associate

Published: 10/14/2026

The Business Development Marketing Associate will work with the Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships within the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The individual will collaborate directly with the Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships marketing and business development staff and the Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship's licensing team. This role will work with faculty for marketing collateral scientific review.

Responsibilities will include:

Create materials (e.g. non-confidential research and technology summaries) to market Pitt intellectual properties and technologies using online tools including Copilot and other proprietary tools.
Develop materials and marketing collateral to promote Pitt research to external industry and financial partners, including for conferences, using social media, the Pitt OIEP website
Conduct health sciences market research to provide insights into company and market needs, focusing on fields and therapeutic areas that align with Pitt research strengths.

Qualifications include:

• Life sciences background required.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required.

• Strong oral and written communication skills, primary research skills and knowledge are essential.

• Knowledge and experience using social media and other platforms for marketing is advantageous.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Department: Office of Industry and Economic Partnerships

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 1

Work Schedule: 20 hours/week

Work Arrangement: Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Requested Pay Rate: 20.00

Visa Sponsorship Provided:

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Cover Letter

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