Executive Assistant Job Listing at Kelly Services in Waterbury, CT (Job ID 10102221)

Description

Executive Assistant 

Location: Waterbury, CT (In-Office)
Reports To: Co-Founder & CEO
Compensation: $70,000–$85,000 base salary, commensurate with experience
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company

The company is an early-stage, mission-driven biotech startup focused on uncovering rare cells that shape human health and translating those insights into smarter decisions, earlier intervention, and better outcomes. Its mission is to make rare-cell biology accessible at scale—so it becomes as essential to medicine as DNA sequencing is today.

This is a unique opportunity to join at the ground level of a growing organization where innovation, curiosity, and execution are highly valued.

The Role

The company is seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and mission-driven Executive Assistant to support its Co-Founder and CEO. This is a hands-on, high-impact role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and enjoys wearing multiple hats.

As Executive Assistant, you will work directly with the CEO to manage daily priorities, streamline operations across the office and lab, and help bring structure to a rapidly evolving organization. You will serve as a trusted partner, enabling the CEO to focus on strategy, growth, and scientific advancement.

Key Responsibilities Executive Support

• Manage and optimize the CEO's calendar, including scheduling meetings, prioritizing requests, and anticipating conflicts

• Coordinate domestic and international travel, including flights, lodging, agendas, and itineraries

• Act as a gatekeeper and liaison between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders

Operational & Organizational Support

• Organize and track tasks, projects, and follow-ups across office and laboratory teams

• Help establish and maintain systems for task management, documentation, and internal communication

• Support coordination between scientific, operational, and business functions

Office & Lab Coordination

• Assist with day-to-day office operations to ensure a smooth and productive work environment

• Support logistics related to lab operations, meetings, and internal workflows (non-scientific)

• Help onboard new team members and coordinate internal resources

Ad Hoc & Strategic Support

• Handle special projects and initiatives as needed

• Assist with preparation of presentations, reports, and materials for meetings or investors

• Proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency and organization in a growing startup environment

Qualifications

Required:

• 3+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, or similar role

• Experience supporting a senior executive, preferably in a startup environment

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

• High level of professionalism, discretion, and trustworthiness

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and task management tools

Preferred:

• Experience in biotech, life sciences, or technology companies

• Experience in an early-stage startup or high-growth environment

• Comfort wearing multiple hats and adapting to changing priorities

• Passion for science, healthcare innovation, or mission-driven work

What We're Looking For

• A self-starter with a positive, can-do attitude

• Someone energetic, proactive, and comfortable with ambiguity

• A team player aligned with the company's mission and values

• An individual who enjoys being close to the action and making a real impact

Why Join?

• Work directly with a Founder/CEO during a critical growth phase

• Be part of a mission-driven biotech startup shaping the future of medicine

• Make a tangible impact in a high-visibility, high-responsibility role

• Join a collaborative, curious, and execution-focused team

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

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