Variant Bio is a Seattle-based biotechnology company leveraging the power of human genetic diversity to develop life-saving therapies. To achieve this goal, we are studying the genes of people who are outliers for medically relevant traits, then translating insights from this research into the discovery and development of new therapeutics.
Variant Bio has raised over $125mm to support the rapid advancement of the company’s research and development work. Our investors include Lux Capital, Alta Partners, General Catalyst, SoftBank Vision Fund, Cercano Management and Casdin Capital, among others. Our growing team of geneticists, medical researchers, biologists, and drug hunters is working to advance multiple projects through target validation, lead optimization, and into the clinic, in relentless pursuit of our goal to bring life-saving therapies to patients.
Ethics is at the foundation of everything we do at Variant Bio. Our genomic research studies are co-designed with local partners around the world. In addition, we are committed to sharing tangible benefits with research partners and communities through our unique Benefit-sharing Program and Affordable Medicines Pledge.
Variant Bio is an equal opportunity employer that guarantees a work environment that respects and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Description
We are looking for a (Senior) Program Manager to join our R&D team to help manage relationships with CROs, lead cross-disciplinary project management, and work with leadership to set and execute research and early development plans. Reporting to the Vice President of Biology, this role is responsible for overseeing the coordination between key internal and external stakeholders, developing and tracking timelines, managing external partnerships, and leading regular program meetings to drive program success. Experience early-stage biotech and regulatory submission experience is a plus but not required. Alliance management experience is also a plus.
The successful candidate will be detail oriented, highly organized, and a great multi-tasker with the ability to work cross-functionally and maintain the highest standards in a fast-paced environment. Having excellent communication skills will be essential to manage complex projects with sensitive timelines and changing priorities. This role will be based out of Seattle, WA and is required to be in the office a minimum of four days per week.
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What We Offer
Anticipated annual base salary for this position is $110,00-160,000 plus up to 10% bonus and an options package, for total compensation of up to $121,000-176,000, plus equity options.
The annual salary range above is based on the responsibilities and qualifications listed above. Individual salary will depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Don't meet every single requirement but are excited to join the Variant Bio team? If your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles.