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The Marketing & Brand Assistant—Global Outreach at IAAM is key to crafting and executing global strategies that elevate the association’s visibility, foster international engagement, and broaden its reach across strategic initiatives. This position combines creative brand storytelling with analytics, ensuring cohesive and impactful messaging across diverse regions and digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities
As a Marketing & Brand Assistant at IAAM, your core responsibilities include:
Manage and expand IAAM’s international social media footprint across LinkedIn, X, WeChat, ResearchGate, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook, focusing on increasing visibility and engagement within the scientific and policy-making communities.
Creating compelling, audience-specific content — including visuals, copy, short videos, and infographics — to elevate IAAM’s digital presence and brand recognition.
Monitoring and analyzing performance metrics, including CTR, engagement rate, and conversions, to optimize organic and paid campaigns for maximum ROI.
Crafting and executing region-specific marketing strategies for Europe, Asia, America, the Middle East, Australia, and Africa, tailored to local scientific networks and cultural nuances.
Designing innovative campaigns to promote IAAM Membership, highlighting its benefits and driving global membership growth.
Delivering biweekly performance and strategy reports with actionable insights and recommendations to the IAAM Secretariat.

Who You Are
A self-starter with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
A globally minded professional with critical thinking skills and cultural sensitivity to navigate diverse digital behaviors.
A creative storyteller and content creator with a keen eye for detail and a firm grasp of data analytics to guide decisions.

Skills & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field.
2–3 years of experience in digital marketing, ideally within scientific non-profits or academic organizations.
Demonstrated ability to manage platforms such as ResearchGate, LinkedIn, Google Ads, and Meta Business Suite, with proven success in lead generation and campaign performance.
Proficient in creating content for professional and academic audiences on LinkedIn and WeChat.
Hands-on experience with email marketing and CRM tools.
Familiarity with design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite is desirable.
Strong communication, collaboration, and analytical skills.

Why Join IAAM
Become part of a globally recognized organization driving innovation in advanced materials and NetZero technologies.
Collaborate closely with IAAM’s founder and executive director, gaining invaluable leadership exposure.
Engage with world-renowned researchers, institutions, and policy influencers.
Access cutting-edge science, global events, and professional development opportunities.
Work in a mission-driven, innovative-led environment where your ideas and impact matter. Visa mindre

The International Association of Advanced Materials (IAAM) has pioneered the Living Nature Laboratory concept, which was launched in 2023 in response to the global challenge of climate change. We believe that groundbreaking environmental research extends beyond the laboratory, particularly when addressing complex phenomena like climate change. In this role, you will be immersed in Ulrika’s unique ecosystem, conducting research on boreal waters, agricultural residues, and botanical resources from the Ulrika forests. You will explore sustainable, Net Zero innovations, focusing on plant-derived resources (stem, leaf, bark) and developing translational products such as extracts and essential oils.
Key Responsibilities
Advance Circular Economy Solutions: Develop and implement TRL 3+ research methodologies using the Ulrika Forest ecosystem, including boreal lakes, agricultural residues, and botanical resources, to create climate-efficient solutions.
Conduct Field and Laboratory Research: Gather and analyze data on regional net-zero and biodiversity resources, including water, stem, bark, roots, fruits, seeds, leaf and other biological samples, and interpret results to develop sustainable, green technologies.
Experimental Design and Literature Review: Design experiments, conduct comprehensive literature reviews, and evaluate the feasibility of innovative green technologies to promote sustainable solutions.
Evaluate Environmental Impact: Analyze research outcomes to assess environmental impact and use the findings to guide the development of sustainable solutions.
Documentation and Publication: Produce detailed research reports, prepare presentations for stakeholders, and publish findings in peer-reviewed environmental journals.
Refine Research Strategies: Adapt and refine research methodologies based on outcomes and emerging trends in the global net-zero innovation landscape.
Legal and Ethical Compliance: Ensure that all research complies with legal, ethical, and data protection standards.
Intellectual Property and Commercialization: Contribute to the creation of intellectual property (patents for processes or products) and explore commercialization opportunities within 2-3 years.
Research Progress Updates: Provide regular biweekly research updates and quarterly progress reports to the secretariat of association.
Responsible Data Stewardship: Maintain proper field logbooks, secure data storage, and ensure compliance with open-access requirements where applicable.

Major KPIs/Expectations for the Role:
Publications: Publish a minimum of three high-impact peer-reviewed research articles annually.
Grant Proposals: Submit at least three grant proposals to the secretariate of IAAM for securing external funding.
Intellectual Property: Secure two patents (process or product) within two years and initiate efforts for commercialization.
Documentation Compliance: Maintain research documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
Progress Reporting: Provide biweekly progress quarterly reports and planning updates to the secretariat of association.

Preferred Attributes:
Experience in coordinating or participating in EU-funded research projects.
Active network of research collaborators in the EU and globally.
Knowledge of TRLs, circular economy, and systems innovation.

Why IAAM?
Founded in 2010, IAAM is a global non-profit organization with an international network of scientists and researchers from 125+ countries. Our vision is to “Advance materials towards global excellence.” As a part of the IAAM community, you will have access to a vast network of academia, industry, and policymakers.
You also could secure a leadership position based on performance in the given Key Performance Areas (KPAs). Additionally, you will be able to network with IAAM’s worldwide materials research community through the R&D World Links initiative at IAAM. Visa mindre

The International Association of Advanced Materials (IAAM) seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Research Grants Officer to lead the development and submission of high-quality grant proposals. These proposals will focus on scientific innovation and projects bridging science with societal impact. This position is key in securing national, European, and international funding, aligning with IAAM's mission to promote sustainable development through cutting-edge research and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Moreover, IAAM is looking for a Commission-based Grant Writer to initiate and develop projects for two newly established institutes: the Institute of Advanced Materials and the Institute of AI and Robotics. The Grant Writer will identify funding opportunities that align with IAAM’s vision and mission, particularly from the European Union, foundations, and corporate entities in Sweden and across Europe. The role involves extensive research into selecting the most suitable funding calls and submitting at least 50 proposals and requisite progress reports.
Key Responsibilities
Grant Prospecting & Research: Research and identify potential grant opportunities at state, national, and international levels, ensuring alignment with the organization’s goals and mission.
Proposal Concept Development: Clarify opportunities and needs to shape proposal concepts. Study Requests for Proposals (RFPs), attend strategy and staff meetings, and develop a deep understanding of the organization’s work, programs, priorities, history, innovations, and results.
Proposal Coordination: Maintain a detailed grant deadline tracker and database. Ensure timely submission of proposals by prioritizing tasks, setting target dates, and collaborating with the development team to share relevant information.
Team Collaboration: Coordinate with program staff to gather necessary information and contribute to proposal status updates. Provide input on proposal requirements and support program staff as needed.
Stakeholder Communication: Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills when interacting with high-net-worth donors, foundation representatives, and key stakeholders. Foster positive relationships and effective communication.
Proposal Writing & Reporting: Draft, revise, and finalize high-quality proposals and reports for various stakeholders. Ensure proposals follow writing standards, including clarity, consistency, tone, and formatting. Collect essential project details such as objectives, outcomes, methodology, budgets, KPIs, and evaluation processes.
Proposal Review & Approval: Review proposals with key stakeholders, including executive staff and program leads, to ensure alignment and obtain necessary approvals.
Content Creation: Draft content for external communications, including newsletters, blog posts, and social media. Create presentations for prospective and current partners, incorporating text, visuals, and multimedia.
Process Improvement: Evaluate and enhance proposal-writing strategies, templates, coordination processes, and efficiency to achieve better outcomes.
Goal Achievement: Contribute to the organization’s goals, collaborate with teams, and identify opportunities for value addition.

Skills & Qualifications
Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Media, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in grant writing, prospect research, general fundraising, or comparable roles in a professional setting.
Market Knowledge: Understanding of the donor market, with a willingness to research both national and international funding opportunities.
Critical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; experience in strategic planning and process improvement.
Entrepreneurial Attitude: Self-driven with a focus on achieving results, able to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines effectively.
Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities with keen attention to detail and a commitment to following processes.
Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create clear, compelling proposals and reports.
Technical Proficiency: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google G-Suite, social media tools, graphic design platforms (e.g., InDesign), and database applications.
Fast-Paced Environment: Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with quick turnarounds.
Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to engage with external partners courteously and professionally.
Ethical Standards: High professionalism and ethical standards, particularly in handling confidential information.

Why Join IAAM?
At IAAM, you will join a forward-thinking organization at the intersection of science, innovation, and society. You’ll be part of a global network of researchers and innovators working to address real-world challenges through advanced materials. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact by enabling groundbreaking research and fostering international collaboration. Visa mindre