Chief of Staff / Program Manager

What You Will Contribute To Altos

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Chief of Staff/ Program Manager to join Altos Labs and work closely with the Institute of Technology (IoT) and Portfolio Operations and Projects (PoP) leadership teams / functions to support the overall efficiency, productivity of Programs and strategic initiatives

The position requires advanced program management, organizational, operational, and leadership skills. Assisting and partnering with senior leaders and functional heads on decision making, process improvement, organizational procedures and productivity. Duties and tasks are complex and require considerable judgment, independence, ability to influence, and a high degree of initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management on key operational initiatives for the Altos Institute of Technology and other areas as needed.
• Assist with business operations of the IoT and Portfolio Operations and Projects group at Altos, including interfacing with key corporate groups to facilitate communication and to manage budget and workforce plans.
• Provide senior-level advising, project leadership, including execution and facilitation, and be a key cross-functional collaborator
• Able to influence others at all levels, adapt quickly, think creatively, and work efficiently in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage with senior leaders in a professional manner
• Lead, oversee, and/or manage critical projects as well as communicate project status to stakeholders and key project participants
• Help establish a great culture: implementation of our Altos Value and behaviors across all sites.
• Able to maintain unambiguous accountability for the on-time delivery of commitments
• Identify and recommend internal and/or external resources required for the timely completion of projects (in line with budget)

Who You Are

The successful candidate will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment that stresses teamwork, transparency, scientific excellence, and integrity. The incumbent will serve as a key, strategic, and trusted partner to the Institute Director (ID) of IoT and other leaders within Altos, and the Portfolio, Operations, and Projects team (POP). They will be expected to lead, motivate, and influence in partnership with other senior leaders across Altos. They will be immersed in strategic and operational elements of both the IoT and POP teams to optimize the strategic, operational and financial performance of the Institute in partnership with the Head of the IOT. This role will also be instrumental in establishing the culture of both teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience working in project management in the biotech/life sciences space
• Strong judgement to enable autonomy and elevate critical issues when needed.
• Excellent time management and project management skills
• Ability to flex with Institute and Altos priorities and needs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Driving and encouraging strong interdepartmental collaboration and communication.
• Willingness to explore new technologies/AI to enhance program management and decision making
• Ability to pick up new processes and technology quickly
• Strong organization and multitasking skills with a sense of urgency
• Detail and results oriented
• Able to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Approaches new challenges and high-pressure situations with a positive attitude and calm demeanor
• Able to deal with ambiguity and navigate appropriately.

The salary range for Redwood City, CA:

Director, Program Management: $268,600 – $363,400
Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.