- Redraw and format figures for manuscripts or PowerPoint presentations while adhering to client and journal/congress requirements, using Adobe Illustrator
- Implement edits as requested by the client, internal scientific communications review, or editorial review, using Adobe Acrobat
- Format and enhance creative level of client deliverables
- Build scientific posters by transferring content from PowerPoint or Word, into Adobe InDesign, arranging into a proper layout and redrawing figures to fit within the congress specifications
- Implement edits to poster layouts as requested by the client, internal scientific communications review, or editorial review, using Adobe Acrobat
- Prepare files for print or digital submission, understanding various requirements for submissions
- Stay current with the latest trends and technology
- Other duties may be assigned to help drive deliverables within this role
- Minimum: Undergraduate degree in Fine Arts or related field or equivalent graphic design experience required
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in the design industry; experience in scientific communications or publications design is preferred
- Knowledge of layout and graphics fundamentals, with an emphasis on the technical details
- The ability to arrange and format large amounts of content in not a lot of space, while using your design skills to ensure high quality visuals
- Advanced skill level in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat
- Basic skill level in Microsoft Office Products such as PowerPoint and Word
- Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accuracy
- Excellent problem-solving skills including the ability to analyze information skillfully, develop alternative solutions, and work well in group problem-solving solutions
- Ability to prioritize and plan personal work activities, use time efficiently, and communicate with manager when projects may be at risk for delay
- Working knowledge of brand development and creative process
- Excellent interpersonal, organization, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to meet tight deadline
- Listening skills
- Results driven
- Weekly hours will be project based and will fluctuate with business needs
- Must have regular availability during business hours
Skills Required
- Undergraduate degree in Fine Arts or a related field, or equivalent graphic design experience
- At least 2 years of experience in the design industry
- Knowledge of layout and graphics fundamentals, including technical details
- Advanced skill in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Acrobat
- Basic skill in Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Word
- Ability to prepare files for print or digital submission
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize work, manage time efficiently, and communicate project risks
- Working knowledge of brand development and the creative process
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Experience in scientific communications or publications design
What We Do
Vaniam Group is a people-first, purpose-driven, independent network of healthcare and scientific communications agencies committed to helping our clients and our people realize their full potential. Founded in 2007 as a 100% virtual-by-design organization, Vaniam Group is a WBENC-Certified Women’s Business Enterprise (WBE). Vaniam Group companies include Bio Linx, Bio Connections, Nexus, Nexus Science, Team 9, Team 9 Science, Second City Insights, Second City Science, CurioScience, Bio Ascend, and Women Leaders in Oncology. Vaniam Group aspires to elevate the way our people and our clients think, work, and communicate within the oncology and hematology therapeutic marketplace. We partner with biotech and pharmaceutical clients’ commercial, medical, and clinical teams to create and communicate a differentiated value proposition at the brand, franchise, and corporate level. By identifying and engaging the right external experts, our clients’ initiatives yield deep insights that in turn inform effective strategies and impactful communication of clinical science. Our virtual-by-design model not only allows us to hire the best talent regardless of geography but inspires us to redefine and unlock the possibilities of the 21st century workplace. To learn more, please contact us at [email protected] or 773-260-0267.
