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Performance Marketing Lead

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2026-04-19

Location

Cambridge, MA

MIT

Type

Full-time Staff (2-3 days in-person/week)

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, analytics or related
7+ years managing paid digital marketing with performance accountability

Research Areas

Google Ads
Meta
LinkedIn
YouTube
Display
Paid Acquisition
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Performance Marketing Lead

PERFORMANCE MARKETING LEAD

Open Learning, to lead paid acquisition and performance execution across channels. This role will operate with a high degree of independence and accountability, while working in close collaboration with the Marketing team and cross-functional partners; plan, execute, optimize, and scale paid marketing initiatives across search, social, display, video, and emerging channels; lead channel-level paid media strategy and execution across core channels including Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, YouTube, display, and emerging platforms in support of MIT Open Learning’s growth objectives; translate growth objectives and portfolio priorities into clear media plans and testing roadmaps; build, launch, and optimize full-funnel campaigns across awareness, consideration, and demand capture, in coordination with on-campus partners; manage daily optimization across platforms, including bids, budgets, audiences, creatives, placements, and testing strategies; and develop and improve scalable processes to manage large budgets efficiently and reduce manual effort.

The full job description is available here.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, analytics, or a related field; and a minimum of seven years of experience managing paid digital marketing programs with direct accountability for performance outcomes.

The Performance Marketing Lead is required to work in person, on campus, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, two – three days per week. The in-person requirement is determined by the Vice Provost, Open Learning and is subject to change based on the needs of Open Learning and MIT.

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Performance Marketing Lead role at MIT?

Required: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, analytics, or related field, plus minimum 7 years experience managing paid digital marketing programs with direct accountability for outcomes. Explore academic CV tips for applications.

📈What are the key responsibilities in this Performance Marketing Lead position?

Lead paid acquisition and performance execution across channels like Google Ads, Meta, LinkedIn, YouTube. Plan, execute, optimize full-funnel campaigns; manage budgets, bids, audiences; develop scalable processes for large budgets. See admin jobs for similar roles.

📍What is the work arrangement and location for this MIT job?

Role requires in-person work 2-3 days/week on campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts, determined by Vice Provost, Open Learning. Subject to change based on needs. Check remote options for alternatives.

📝How do I apply for the Performance Marketing Lead at MIT Open Learning?

Full job description and application details available here. Tailor your resume to highlight paid media strategy and campaign optimization experience. Deadline: April 19, 2026.

🤝Does this role involve collaboration or independence?

High degree of independence and accountability, close collaboration with Marketing team and cross-functional partners. Focus on translating growth objectives into media plans and testing roadmaps. View employer branding advice.
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