Generate:Biomedicines · 18 hours ago
Senior Executive Assistant
Somerville, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$51.44/hr - $66.87/hr
8+ years expGenerate:Biomedicines is a new kind of therapeutics company pioneering Generative Biology™ to create breakthrough medicines. The Senior Executive Assistant will provide high-level support to the Chief Scientific Officer, managing complex schedules and facilitating collaboration across the scientific organization.
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Responsibilities
Provide high-level administrative and operational support to the CSO, including management of complex and fluid calendars, executive communications, and high-impact meetings
Support strategic planning and execution by preparing materials for scientific leadership meetings, cross-functional operating reviews, and Board- or investor-facing discussions
Manage highly confidential, sensitive, and time-critical information with discretion and sound judgment
Independently manage diverse and competing priorities, ensuring work is completed to a consistently high standard
Anticipate the needs of the CSO and proactively identify opportunities to streamline workflows, improve processes, and address potential issues before they arise
Apply strong problem-solving skills and adaptability in support of a fast-moving scientific organization
Serve as a key point of coordination between the CSO, senior scientific leaders, executive leadership, and cross-functional partners
Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including research collaborators and senior leaders across the enterprise
Navigate complex, technical, and high-stakes interactions with professionalism, clarity, and executive presence
Support a large, multi-layered scientific organization, coordinating across research, development, and broader leadership teams
Contribute to enterprise-level initiatives and special projects as needed, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and timelines
Act as a collaborative member of the Executive Assistant team, partnering with peers to ensure seamless support across the enterprise
Lead by example, modeling best practices in executive administration, communication, and strategic support
Accurately and efficiently manage day-to-day activities, including meeting planning, travel arrangements, expense reporting, and coordination across multiple stakeholders
Support candidate interview logistics, including scheduling interviews, coordinating onsite visits, and partnering with Talent and hiring leaders to ensure a seamless candidate experience
Leverage digital tools, data, and technology to enhance efficiency and support informed executive decision-making
Qualification
Required
8+ years of administrative experience supporting senior executives
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a scientific, technical, or highly complex executive environment
Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Proven track record of handling sensitive and confidential information with integrity and discretion
Strong executive presence with outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Proactive, resourceful, and adaptable approach to supporting a dynamic and demanding organization
Proficiency in the MS Office Suite
High level of commitment, including availability after hours and on weekends as business needs require
Preferred
C-suite support experience strongly preferred
Biotech or life sciences industry experience preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred
Company
Generate:Biomedicines
Pioneering generative biology to create breakthrough therapeutics.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Generate:Biomedicines has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (7)
2024 (12)
2023 (9)
2022 (3)
2021 (2)
2020 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$693MKey Investors
Samsung Life Science FundAlumni VenturesFlagship Pioneering
2024-12-18Series Unknown
2023-09-14Series C· $273M
2021-11-18Series B· $370M
Leadership Team
Gevorg Grigoryan
Founding CTO
Recent News
FierceBiotech
2025-10-28
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