Business Operations Associate (Remote) - Genezen
Lexington, MA
About the Job
The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures.
WORKING AT GENEZEN
Many people have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Business Operations Associate is responsible for providing support to the Commercial Team as needed, including prospecting, lead generation, technical support, and conference support. Additionally, the Business Operations Associate will partner with Director of Business Operations and Alliance Management to build and support strategic partnerships with plasmid and/or cell therapy manufacturers and analytical testing laboratories as well as ancillary support to proposal generation, such as building databases for outsourced testing and raw materials/consumables.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Support the Commercial Team in the following aspects:
- Technical prospecting, including developing and generating relevant database reports, combined with web-based research to identify potential companies that are developing products that require viral vectors.
- Provide support to BD directors as needed, which may include taking the BD lead on accounts/opportunities
- Attend up to 2 conferences per year to provide BD and/or technical support at the booth and for partnering meetings
- Build database of plasmid manufacturing providers and provide technical assessment of capabilities and pricing to identify and prioritize top prospective partners
- Build database of outsourced analytical testing laboratories' capabilities and pricing.
- Work together with SMEs at Genezen to build a filterable database of pass-through costs (materials and outsourced testing) that could be used to estimate total pass-through costs for proposals.
- Collate information from SMEs and leverage technical expertise to coordinate responses to RFIs from potential clients
- Train on proposals and SOW processes and provide support for writing/reviewing, if required.
- Work together with SMEs at Genezen to keep the template SOW up to date with required changes or modifications
- Use technical knowledge to parse through conference attendees to identify those who should be targeted for meetings
- Provide technical support for revisions of corporate slide deck and/or website
- Navigate Salesforce to track opportunities and metrics, as needed.
- Help to generate BOD sales metrics slides as needed
SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS
- Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs, including flexibility for different time zones
- Criminal background check required
- Other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES | Essential/Desired |
BS in Biology, Biochemistry, or Chemistry | Essential |
Advanced Degree in the life sciences and/or business | Desired |
ON-THE-JOB EXPERIENCE |
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3+ years of technical experience in virology and/or drug development experience | Essential |
Experience in a wet laboratory specifically molecular biology or related | Essential |
Viral vector gene therapy experience | Desired |
SKILLS / ABILITIES |
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Proficient in MS Office Suite, including MS Project or similar project management software | Essential |
Organizes information in a professional and credible manner | Essential |
Prioritizes responsibilities to meet deadlines | Essential |
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to meet the following physical demands:
Work Environment
Sit for long periods of time
Movement
Repeated hand movements, typing, use of keyboard and mouse
Frequently required to stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Lifting
Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Vision
Frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus
Communication
Frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e-mail
GENEZEN'S CURES VALUE-BASED COMPETENCIES
Committed to Science
We are committed to scientific excellence, staying current with industry developments, making data-driven decisions, and pursuing innovation to advance healthcare.
Urgency in action for the patients
We operate with urgency and a commitment to delivering timely treatments to patients by accelerating our partners' programs.
Resilience & Grit in operations
We are committed to overcoming challenges, learning from failures, and persistently striving for success.
Execute with Excellence & Integrity
We are dedicated to delivering quality results and upholding ethical principals.
Solutions driven for our partners
We are committed to being a proactive, collaborative, creative and open-minded partner.
GENEZEN'S BENEFITS
- Paid vacation days, amount based on tenure
- Paid sick time
- 9 observed holidays + 1 floating holiday + 1 volunteer day
- 401(k) plan with company match up to 6% of salary, vested immediately
- Share Appreciation Rights
- Choice of several healthcare plans
- FSA and HSA programs
- Dental & vision care
- Employer-paid basic term life/personal accident insurance
- Voluntary disability, universal life/personal accident insurance
- Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- Nothing in the job description for this role restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
- This position requires a criminal background check.
- Genezen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Genezen participates in EVerify.
- Genezen is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Genezen has operates two locations: one in Fishers, Indiana and the second in Lexington, Massachusetts.
Fishers is a suburb of Indianapolis. Fishers was named the #1 place to live in the US by Money Magazine in 2017 for its livability, safety and entrepreneurship. Fishers is one of the fastest growing communities in Indiana and is dedicated to supporting a high quality of life for all its residents. Nearby Indianapolis is home to professional and college sports teams, the Indy 500, a growing art community and the world's largest children's museum--to name just a few reasons why this area is a great place to live.
Lexington, Massachusetts, located just northwest of Boston, is renowned as a historic suburb with a rich cultural heritage. It boasts picturesque New England charm, tree-lined streets, and a vibrant community. Known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution, Lexington offers visitors and residents alike a blend of historical landmarks, modern amenities, and a strong sense of community pride.
