Executive Administrator

Generation Bio seeks an experienced, professional administrator to work with our leadership team. The role will be responsible for supporting the Chief Scientific Officer, the Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Operating Officer. In this position, you'll have the opportunity to support our amazing R&D team by handling various administrative tasks and working closely with team members. Your main goal will be to keep things running smoothly and efficiently. We're looking for someone who's not only a great problem solver, but also has fantastic communication skills, an eye for detail, excellent judgment, and exceptional organizational abilities. This role will shape the external face of Generation Bio and will play an important role in developing the quality and culture of our administrative staff over time.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for providing administrative support to the executive team including scheduling and travel coordination
• Interface with our Scientific Advisory Board. Responsible for meeting/event planning as well as assisting with corporate governance recordkeeping
• Represent Generation Bio to external stakeholders including partners and collaborators as well as investors.
• Assist in organizing internal company meetings, events and activities.
• Internal coordination with the administrative staff and functions
• Assist in conference coordination and registration
• Coordination of scientific presenters and external speakers 
• Administration of Reference Management System (Science Article procurement & licensing)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of 3 years experience as an executive administration professional supporting the executive team in a dynamic high growth environment
• Collaborative, flexible, and professional with demonstrated ability to operate in a fast-paced environment
• Successful engagement with the Scientific Advisory Members and other key partners, stakeholders, and investors. Ability to build rapport as a trusted resource for confidential information and discussions
• Enjoys planning and executing events and engagements with key external stakeholders, investors, and Scientific Advisory Members
• Natural and professional customer service orientation
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Results-driven with excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrated proactivity to develop/refine processes to ensure efficiency and operational excellence
• Passionate team member with a demonstrated commitment to ensuring a collaborative and supportive organizational culture
• Sense of humor and a positive learning mindset a must
• Life science experience preferred
• Expert in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel

POSITION: Full-Time, Exempt