What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Manager (Valence Labs) position at Recursion?
About Valence Labs
Valence Labs is a research and productization engine within Recursion dedicated to advancing the frontier of AI in drug discovery. Combining the intellectual freedom of academia with the resources and stability of industry, we develop novel AI technologies to spearhead a fundamental shift in the way we discover and develop treatments for complex disease. Our research is driven by optimism, purpose, and a shared vision for a healthier tomorrow. We publish in top journals and conferences, are deeply committed to open-science and open-source, and maintain some of the largest and most active research communities in our industry. Our team is headquartered in Montreal, where we share close connections with Mila, the world’s largest deep learning research institute.
About the role
At Valence Labs, we have spent the past 4 years building and growing some of the largest and most active research communities in our industry. Through hosting and organizing various conferences, events, meetups, and more, we have nurtured a community of 3,000 researchers working at the intersection of AI and drug discovery. We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Community Manager to spearhead our efforts in growing the community and acting as the main liaison between Valence Labs and our external followers. More importantly, you will be fostering a thriving community of researchers, professionals, and enthusiasts to drive innovation and collaboration within the field of AI for drug discovery.
This position is located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada and requires fluency in both English and French.
In this role, you will:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of community-related initiatives that foster knowledge-sharing and research collaborations within our AI community.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with strategic partners, academic institutions, and industry leaders to co-organize events that amplify our impact and reach.
- Manage and maintain our presence on various social media platforms (Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, Substack).
- Create and curate engaging content to share updates, announcements, and valuable resources with the community.
- Oversee and manage our online communities.
- Respond to inquiries, provide assistance, and proactively engage community members to foster a positive and vibrant online environment.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Marketing, Communications, Life Sciences, Computer Science) or equivalent practical experience.
- Attention to detail and strong communication skills (written and verbal) with the ability to synthesize simple takeaways from complex and technical ideas. You must be fluent in both French and English.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a highly-technical environment.
- Comfort working cross-functionally with interdisciplinary research teams.
Nice to have:
- Scientific knowledge of biology, chemistry, or physics, along with previous experience working in a scientific environment across disciplines.
- Past experience in community management, preferably within the technology or life-sciences industries.
- Experience with UI/UX design
At Valence Labs, we foster an inclusive and diverse work environment. Join our multidisciplinary team of passionate researchers, eager to push the boundaries of ML research and contribute to technology that will transform drug discovery and human health.
