Marketing Manager & NSF I-Corps Co

Marketing Manager & NSF I-Corps Coordinator
Location: Clemson, SC

Job Summary: Develop and implement strategic marketing and communications initiatives that advance Clemson University Research Foundation's mission, research enterprise visibility, and technology commercialization efforts. Lead integrated marketing campaigns, digital communications, content development, and stakeholder engagement initiatives that support university research, innovation, intellectual property, and entrepreneurial programming, including Clemson's NSF I-Corps program.

Job Duties

35% - Strategic Marketing & Communications Leadership: Develop and implement CURF’s comprehensive marketing and communications strategy aligned with Clemson Elevate and Division of Research priorities. Coordinate cross‑functional communications initiatives, oversee campaign planning and execution, and collaborate with university leadership and external stakeholders to increase visibility of Clemson research, innovation, and commercialization efforts.

25% - Digital Content, Brand Management & Communications Operations: Direct CURF’s digital communications strategy across web, social media, email marketing, and multimedia platforms. Manage content calendars, communications workflows, analytics tracking, and audience engagement initiatives. Ensure brand consistency and effective storytelling across marketing channels while supervising student interns and supporting content development activities.

20% - Content Development, Publications & Outreach: Lead development and production of marketing collateral, newsletters, reports, presentations, videos, and promotional materials for academic, industry, funding, and entrepreneurial audiences. Support outreach events, workshops, and special initiatives that promote Clemson research expertise, intellectual property, and innovation ecosystem engagement.

20% - NSF I-Corps Program Management: Coordinate Clemson’s NSF I-Corps program operations and communications, supporting entrepreneurial research teams through recruitment, scheduling, cohort coordination, workshop logistics, promotional outreach, and participant communications. Collaborate with university and external partners to increase awareness and participation in commercialization programming.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree

Work experience related to development and dissemination of informational material

Preferred Requirements

Master’s Degree

2+ years of related work experience

Responsibilities
Fundamental job knowledge of concepts, practices, and procedures and ability to apply in varied situations. Supervises student workers only. No budget responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

100% – Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period.

50% – Walk or move about.

100% – Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself.

100% – Recognize or inspect visually.

100% – Perceive, observe, clarity of vision.

Working Conditions
5% – Overnight Travel.

Work Schedule
Standard hours: 37.5.

Compensation Information
Expected salary range: $66,400.00 - $75,000.00.

Location
Clemson, SC.

Application Deadline
June 5, 2026.

Military and Veteran
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University allows educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings directly related to the job duties. VETERAN PREFERENCE: South Carolina prioritizes veterans for employment in state agencies and institutions. For qualifying positions, submit DD‑214 for review.

EEO Statement
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and veteran status.

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