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Overview: The Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation (MCEDC) brings a big and bold approach to achieving greater economic competitiveness and prosperity across Montgomery County, MD.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation with a fresh public/private perspective, entrepreneurial spirit, and proactive approach to economic development, the MCEDC is focused on maximizing Montgomery County's rich diversity of people, talent, and business expertise to keep the county at the leading edge of today's competitive economic development environment.
Overseen by a Board of Directors with both public and private sector representation, the MCEDC is committed to growing the county's vibrant business community and leveraging current strengths and advantages to build an even stronger, more stable, and diverse future economy that benefits all members of the community.
The Economic Development Specialist (Life Sciences) is an exempt, full-time position and serves as a key member of the MCEDC's business development team. This position will perform increasingly responsible work to attract and retain life sciences companies in Montgomery County. This person will have experience in life sciences and a passion for learning about life-saving therapies, drugs and other medical advancements, and using that knowledge to make critical connections within the county's ecosystem.
Responsibilities include interacting with businesses, business organizations, and county resources to meet needs pertaining to the creation, maintenance and expansion of businesses to create a diverse, sustainable economy and long-term economic growth for Montgomery County. In addition, the Economic Development Specialist will work with the county's small business community and perform outreach to minority and ethnic chambers of commerce and related groups, to develop partnerships and programs to support those business communities.
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Job Type: Full-time, Exempt
Job Location: Montgomery County, MD (Hybrid)
Preferred education: Bachelor's Degree
Required experience: Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
Salary: $78,000-$86,000
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Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.