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Kelly Services Executive Assistant in Branford, Connecticut
Executive Assistant
Location: Branford, 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 (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) 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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