Scientific Digital Marketing Strategist, Paid Ads (PhD Required)

Posted 2 days ago

supreme optimizationColorado Springs (CO)

Advertising and Promotions Managers Other Services Related to Advertising

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About the role

Job Description: Scientific Digital Marketing Strategist (Remote) Are you a PhD-level scientist that wants to learn more about business and digital marketing while working from home? Supreme Optimization is hiring a full-time Scientific Digital Marketing Strategist to join our remote Paid Advertising team. This role is designed specifically for scientists who want to apply their analytical skills, domain expertise, and curiosity to digital marketing. No prior digital marketing experience is required, we provide full training. Company Mission: Supreme Optimization’s mission is to become the #1 global provider of digital marketing services and resources for Life Science and Pharma companies. We partner with leading biotech, pharma, diagnostics, and health-tech organizations to help them reach the right audiences through high-quality, data-driven digital marketing. We are a scientist-led team that values rigor, curiosity, collaboration, and continuous learning. Role Title: Strategist - Paid Advertising Mission of the role: To create and manage data-driven paid advertising strategies for life science companies that generate qualified leads and meaningful conversions, while serving as a trusted strategic partner to clients. What You’ll DoStrategy & Campaign Management Develop paid advertising strategies aligned with client goals and scientific audiences Conduct keyword research and audience research for life science products and services Build, launch, optimize, and manage campaigns across platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn, Meta, X, Reddit, and programmatic channels Continuously analyze performance data and implement optimizations to improve results Client Management & Communication Lead monthly client meetings to review performance, insights, and recommendations Respond to client questions and provide clear, thoughtful guidance Prepare polished client presentation decks summarizing results and next steps CollaborationWork closely with designers to develop compelling social and display ad creative Collaborate with internal team members to share insights, improve processes, and elevate campaign quality

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Audience targeting research and campaign setup for new digital advertising accounts
Ongoing optimization of existing paid advertising campaigns
Campaign builds and edits using industry-standard advertising tools
Performance analysis and reporting
Client-facing presentations and strategy discussions
Cross-functional collaboration with design and strategy teammates
Bringing creative thinking to campaign structure, messaging, and optimization
Mandatory Skills:
Scientific background with a PhD in a life science field, such as Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Cellular Biology, Neuroscience, Microbiology, or Immunology (Not accepting degrees in math, physics, engineering, or astronomy).Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Comfortable working directly with clients and building professional relationships
Curious, analytical thinker with a creative problem-solving mindset
Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement
Dependable, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented
Easy to work with and collaborative by nature
Fluent in English

Core Competencies:

Highly organized and methodical
Tactful and professional communicator
Positive, proactive attitude
Strong “people skills”Data-driven and strategic thinker
Eager to learn and grow in digital marketing and business strategy

What We Offer:

A fully remote work environment
Unlimited paid time off
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
The opportunity to work with some of the largest and most respected brands in the life science, healthcare, and pharmaceutical industries
Clear paths for career growth and ongoing professional development

If you are interested in applying for this job, please do the following:1) Submit an email to "" with the subject line "Ad Lab!”2) In blue font, write 2-3 sentences telling us your name, who you are, where you live, and what you like to do for fun.3) In red font, write a few sentences on why you are interested in digital marketing.4) In black font, let us know about your scientific background. Tell us what your PhD is in and your PhD granting institution, what you studied, what lab experience you have, and any additional experience outside of academia.5) Include a link to your LinkedIn profile. We do not accept resumes.

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