At Lyterian Therapeutics, we are committed to developing medicines for patients in need by co-opting physiologically-relevant protein homeostatic mechanisms to regulate genetically-validated targets.
Position Summary:
As Executive Assistant/Office Manager, you will oversee the daily activities in a fast-growing biotech startup. If you are flexible, organized, and have a knack for multitasking, you will thrive in this role. Responsibilities are broad with the ability to take on a variety of tasks; including office management, coordination of internal and external meetings, interview scheduling, general administrative support, and people operations.
We look for teammates who are inspired by our mission and want to work in a collaborative, rigorous, and entrepreneurial environment. We seek candidates who are self-motivated, collaborative, proactive, and possess a strong desire to support our team on their mission to discover novel biology and new drugs. Efficient time management, excellent organizational and communication skills, and passion for high-quality work are essential.
Impact You'll Make:
Oversee the daily activities of the office
Strategically manage the CEO’s calendar and coordinate team meetings
Assist to arrange travel and process expenses for the team
Coordinate company events that foster connectivity and build community
Assist with recruitment and new hire onboarding processes
Help to build the team by coordinating interview schedules and being a warm point of contact for candidates
Research and implement new technological resources to optimize office processes and enhance productivity
Implement miscellaneous business processes, procedures, templates, and systems to support Lyterian through rapid growth
Assist with special projects
Qualifications:
BS/BA with 5+ years of experience in operations, office management, project management, and/or administration
Strong skills in Microsoft Suite, including Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Word
Experience leading and/or holding broad operational roles to support the growth and maturity of a startup company
Experience in biotech is a plus
Self-motivated, pragmatic, proactive, and able to multitask
Strong managerial qualities, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Ability to build open and collaborative relationships
Ability to handle time-sensitive, confidential information with discretion and integrity
Initiative and boldness to dive into a fast-paced new startup
At Lyterian, we believe that a diverse, open, and inclusive environment and culture is key to our success. We will not be influenced in recruiting, hiring, promoting or any other employment practices by race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical or genetic condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. Lyterian will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws.
Note to External Recruiters: Submission of unsolicited resumes prior to an agreement set in place does not create any implied obligation.
