Executive Assistant in Waltham, Massachusetts at Korsana Biosciences, Inc.

About Us

Korsana Biosciences is a private biopharmaceutical company advancing a pipeline of potential best-in-class therapies for neurodegenerative diseases. In partnership with Paragon Therapeutics, we have developed Therapeutic Targeting (THETA™), a novel blood-brain barrier-penetrant shuttle platform designed to enable dramatically higher drug concentration inside the brain and overcome the limitations of earlier shuttle technologies. Our lead program is KRSA-028, an investigational, shuttled antibody targeting amyloid beta designed to be a best-in-class treatment for Alzheimer’s disease. Our mission is to advance precision-engineered therapies, designed to address some of the biggest unmet needs in medicine. For more information, please visit www.korsana.com

Position Overview

Korsana Biosciences is seeking an Executive Assistant to support senior leadership in a fast-paced, growing biotech environment. Reporting directly to the Head of Executive Administration, this role will serve as a key partner to multiple senior executives and contribute to the day-to-day operational effectiveness of the organization.

The ideal candidate brings strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and a high level of discretion. This role is comfortable managing competing priorities, operating with minimal oversight, and adapting quickly in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

· Provide high-level administrative support to senior executives across the organization

· Manage complex, and rapidly changing calendars across multiple stakeholders and priorities

· Coordinate internal and external meetings across functions and time zones; own scheduling, logistics, and follow-up

· Prioritize scheduling requests and resolve conflicts proactively

· Prepare meeting materials and agendas; ensure executives are briefed and prepared in advance

· Support Board of Directors meeting coordination and other executive-level meetings

· Own end-to-end meeting logistics, including scheduling, room coordination, and follow-up

· Ensure executives are prepared and informed ahead of meetings and key business discussions

· Coordinate domestic and international travel arrangements, including flights, hotels, and transportation

· Prepare and submit expense reports accurately and in a timely manner

· Track and reconcile travel-related expenses

· Assist with office management responsibilities, including ordering supplies and supporting day-to-day office operations

· Help coordinate onsite meetings, executive visits, interviews, and special events

· Support ad hoc operational and administrative projects as business needs evolve

Education & Experience

· Bachelor’s degree required

· 5+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting senior leaders, including C-suite executives

· Prior experience in a fast-paced, scaling biotech environment required, start-up company experience preferred

· Proven ability to manage complex calendars and meeting logistics for senior leadership

· Familiarity with travel coordination and expense management tools (e.g., Coupa) preferred

Skills & Attributes

· Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting demands

· High level of discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment

· Strong sense of accountability, ownership, and follow-through

· Highly adaptable and comfortable operating in ambiguous or changing environments

· Resourceful and proactive problem solver with a strong service mindset

· Comfortable working independently with minimal oversight

· Collaborative, responsive, and team-oriented

· Willingness to support both strategic and day-to-day administrative needs with equal commitment

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $135,000. This role may also be eligible for a target annual bonus and equity-based compensation, as well as participation in the company’s benefit programs. Actual compensation will depend on several factors, which may include, but are not limited to relevant years of experience, educational background, and geography.

Korsana Biosciences is the seventh groundbreaking company launched by Paragon Therapeutics, a premier biotech incubator founded by Fairmount Funds in 2021, known for its expertise in discovering and developing cutting-edge therapeutic assets in-house.

Korsana Biosciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.