Director of Operations - Aralez Bio
San Leandro, CA
About the Job
About the Company
Aralez Bio develops and manufactures noncanonical amino acids needed to create innovative products that are good for people and the planet. This product family includes the key components of multi-billion dollar blockbuster drugs such as Ozempic and Mounjaro.
Our proprietary enzyme platform–first developed in the lab of Nobel Laureate Frances Arnold–unlocks ncAAs by making their synthesis faster, cheaper, and greener. Aralez Bio's technology is best-in-class, outperforming traditional manufacturing approaches by 10–100x across the board. Today we have the largest collection of noncanonical amino acids in the world and our customers include over half of Big 10 Pharmaceutical companies.
We are a diverse, passionate, interdisciplinary team that finds joy in building something new that leaves the world better than we found it.
Vision
We envision a world where we continuously, sustainably, and affordably improve human life with synthetic biology.
Mission
Our mission is for Aralez technology to become essential for chemical product development and manufacturing.
Job Summary
The Director of Operations is a critical leadership role responsible for operations activities in our small but growing team, including business operations and facilities management. This role will report directly to the CEO and manage Aralez Bio's operations team.
Responsibilities:
- Own business initiatives to scope, build, and implement processes, tools, and workflows that support company growth by improving efficiency and communication.
- Own facility operations, including building and equipment, supply chain, shipping, and receiving.
- Strategically engage vendors, consultants, and fractional team members to address the company's operational needs.
- Lead day to day operations by managing planning, overseeing work product, and driving outcomes of interdisciplinary working groups and key stakeholders.
- Proactively integrate our company's values into our daily operations to build a positive work environment.
- Work with key stakeholders to strategically plan for the company's operational needs, ensuring continued improvements and scalability.
- Work closely with Finance and People teams as part of ongoing operations, and contribute to scoping and implementing the company's holistic strategy.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Proven track record in managing long-term projects and leading high-performing, interdisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated experience building and scaling operations in an early-stage startup with a small, interdisciplinary team.
- Familiarity with wet lab facilities, preferably including pilot or manufacturing-scale operations.
- High level of adaptability and problem-solving skills in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication skills and the organizational prowess to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Demonstrated capabilities in team management, including building and growing teams in capability, scope and skill while contributing to a healthy culture and overall employee satisfaction.
Compensation
Aralez Bio's salary range for this position is $200,000–$250,000 per year, based on your performance and experience. In addition, your total rewards package will include equity, medical, dental, and vision coverage, weekly catered lunch, an unlimited PTO policy, company offsite, and other benefits.
This is an exciting opportunity to join an early stage company at the forefront of a rapidly growing industry.
Benefits at Aralez Bio include:
- Medical / Dental / Vision coverage
- Equity
- 401k
- Flexible Spending Account
- Unlimited time off policy
- Weekly catered lunch
- Professional Development opportunities
- Annual company retreat
Aralez Bio is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, sex, and any other group protected under federal, state, or local laws.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Please reach out if an accommodation is needed.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.