Strategic Communications Event Planning Specialist - REMOTE

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

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We are seeking a highly skilled and execution-focused Strategic Communications and Event Planner to partner closely with the Strategic Event Program Manager in bringing our comprehensive event strategies to life. This pivotal role is responsible for the meticulous planning, operational management, and seamless execution of our diverse event portfolio, encompassing proprietary symposiums, sales-led events, and key industry exhibitions. Leveraging expertise in logistics, vendor relations, event technology, and on-site management, you will translate strategic objectives into flawlessly delivered live experiences that effectively build brand engagement, empower our sales force, and contribute directly to achieving defined business goals.

This position eport to the Marketing Communications and Events Manager, is part of the Beckman Coulter North America Marketing team and will be fully REMOTE.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

Execute event projects from an initial concept through post-event analysis, including developing timelines, managing budgets, and coordinating cross-functional teams.
Manage event logistics, ensuring seamless coordination of all elements such as venue selection, catering, audio-visual services, transportation, and accommodations (specifically for proprietary events like symposiums).
Manage event technology solutions, including registration platforms, attendee management systems, virtual/hybrid event tools, and presentation management software.
Provide hands-on on-site management and support for proprietary events ("Symposiums"), overseeing set-up, execution, tear-down, vendor coordination, and ensuring a positive attendee experience.
Maintain inventory and coordinate logistics for event collateral, ensuring materials are current and available for sales-led and other events.
The essential requirements of the job include:

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field with 2+ years of experience
Experience is defined as planning and executing corporate events, trade shows, or similar live experiences.
Ability to work independently, problem-solve effectively, and remain calm under pressure.
Travel Requirements:

This position requires up to 25% flying and/or driving domestic travel, which may include overnight stays.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

Demonstrated ability to manage end-to-end event logistics, including venue selection, vendor coordination (e.g., catering, AV, decorators), registration platforms, and on-site execution to ensure seamless and impactful experiences.
Proficient in event management software, including registration platforms and project management tools, as well as Microsoft Office; brings a creative mindset to enhance attendee experience and overall event effectiveness.
At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics we believe in designing a better, more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible, remote working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers, no matter the work arrangement. This position is eligible for a remote work arrangement in which you can work remotely from your home. Additional information about this remote work arrangement will be provided by your interview team. Explore the flexibility and challenge that working for Beckman Coulter Diagnostics can provide.

The annual salary range for this role is $85,000.00–$95,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

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