Senior Conference Associate

Job Description Summary
If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, are the go-to planner for projects and events amongst your colleagues, and consider yourself an exceptional communicator, the Senior Conference Associate role may be the perfect opportunity for you! In this role, you will act as a project manager for our exhibitor and sponsorship presence at assigned scientific conferences across North America. You will work across departments to complete event deliverables on time and within budget as outlined in project plans. Please note this is a fixed-term position with an estimated end date of January 2028.Job Description Duties and Responsibilities
Establish detailed project plans, outline objectives, and execute end-to-end event logistics on time and within budgetCollaborate with internal teams, management, and external vendors to negotiate agreements, consult on packages, and streamline planningIdentify, evaluate, and mitigate project risks while reporting progress regularly to the Senior Manager, Conference ManagementCoordinate event logistics, manage booth inventory, and support Sales teams with shipping marketing collateralCapture post-conference feedback, evaluate performance, and recommend continuous improvements for future eventsKnowledge and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with 2-6 years of relevant experience;
Master's degree with 1-4 years of experienceStrong knowledge of project management fundamentals and hands-on event planning experienceExcellent communication and relationship-building skills across complex teamsProficiency with standard business software, spreadsheets, presentations, and database applicationsAbility to lift, carry, and move items weighing a minimum of 20 poundsCompany Overview
STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, accessory products, and services. Through our many regional offices, as well as our distribution centers in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble, and Singapore, we deliver our innovative, specialized products to more than 100 countries. With over 1,800 employees globally, most with scientific or engineering degrees, STEMCELL is proud to be the largest biotechnology employer in Canada. This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities. STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact.Benefits and Salary
The annual salary for this job ranges from: $71,200.00 - $96,400.00STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job-related skills, and equity within the team or organization.For jobs that are eligible for sales incentives, the range noted above is inclusive of target incentives;
actual incentives are based on individual performance results in accordance with company policy.In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.Company Culture and Equality
As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.Corporate Identity
We all begin our lives curious about the world around us, the way it works and our place in it. At STEMCELL Technologies, we never lose that curiosity. It inspires and motivates us to discover and innovate. It drives us to develop technologies, create products, and offer services that will help scientists around the world do research that progresses scientific knowledge and supports breakthroughs. In the field of biotechnology, there is no better company in which to find inspiration, fulfill your potential and define your success with like-minded people. We specialize in the development of specialty cell culture media and cell isolation systems. Our products are used to drive the fields of stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research forward. We are Scientists Helping Scientists.
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