Apply on Employer Site

BioLabs · 1 month ago

Associate Director, Business Operations & Strategy

Princeton, NJ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff

3+ years exp

BioLabs, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Cambridge, MA, USA, is the premier global network of co-working laboratory spaces for life science startups. The Associate Director, Business Operations & Strategy supports the overall management of occupancy, marketing, partner engagement, site operations, and ecosystem relationships, driving business development and ensuring a high level of customer experience.

BiopharmaBiotechnologyLife Science

Responsibilities

Support occupancy goals and contribute to developing the site’s business pipeline

Foster positive relationships with residents and ensure a high level of satisfaction and engagement

Lead external marketing and leadership efforts

Help cultivate local partnerships with universities, venture capital firms, trade organizations, and other stakeholders in the regional life sciences ecosystem

In partnership with the site’s Events Lead, coordinate, host, and execute events, programs, and networking activities that enhance community and visibility

Support the preparation and management of site contracts, proposals, and budgets

Support the Regional Director in overseeing daily site operations and ensuring smooth execution of business and administrative processes

Track and report operational and financial performance metrics to headquarters

Assist in managing team performance, engagement, and professional development in collaboration with Human Resources

Conduct market and competitive analyses to inform pricing strategies and identify new opportunities

Collaborate with the Business Operations & Strategy leadership team to streamline and improve business operations

Perform additional tasks and responsibilities assigned to support evolving business needs

Qualification

Business developmentStrategic partnershipsMarketingOperations managementBudget managementCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsPresentation skillsRelationship-buildingCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree required

Minimum 3 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, marketing, operations, or related roles in the biotech/life sciences sector

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills

Experience supporting program budgets, forecasting, and fiscal management

Highly organized, collaborative, and proactive, with a strong sense of initiative

Strong relationship-building skills and comfort engaging with diverse stakeholders

Ability to work independently while maintaining close coordination with the Regional Director and broader BioLabs network

Willingness to respond to site or lab-related issues outside standard business hours

Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 25 pounds and stand for extended periods

Availability to attend after-hours events

Willingness to travel as required