Executive Assistant

About the Company

Korsana Biosciences is a privately held biopharmaceutical company focused on building a pipeline of advanced therapies for neurodegenerative conditions. Working with Paragon Therapeutics, the company created THETA™, a blood-brain barrier-penetrant shuttle platform intended to deliver much higher drug concentrations into the brain while addressing the shortcomings of earlier shuttle approaches. Its lead asset, KRSA-028, is an investigational shuttled antibody designed to target amyloid beta and potentially become a leading therapy for Alzheimer’s disease. The company’s mission is to develop precision-engineered treatments for some of the most significant unmet medical needs.

Role Overview

Korsana Biosciences is hiring an Executive Assistant to work closely with senior leadership in a fast-moving biotech setting. Reporting to the Head of Executive Administration, this person will be an important partner to several senior executives and will help keep daily operations running smoothly.

The right candidate will be highly organized, exercise strong judgment, maintain confidentiality, and stay composed while handling shifting priorities. Success in this role requires the ability to work with limited supervision and adapt quickly in an environment that changes frequently.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver executive-level administrative support to senior leaders across the company.
• Handle intricate calendars that change often and require coordination across multiple priorities and stakeholders.
• Arrange internal and external meetings across teams and time zones, including scheduling, logistics, and follow-up.
• Assess scheduling requests, rank them appropriately, and resolve calendar conflicts in advance.
• Prepare agendas and meeting materials so leaders are ready and informed before discussions.
• Coordinate Board of Directors meetings and other high-level executive sessions.
• Manage meeting execution end to end, including room setup, scheduling, and post-meeting follow-up.
• Keep executives briefed and prepared ahead of important meetings and business conversations.
• Organize domestic and international travel, including airfare, lodging, and ground transportation.
• Complete expense reports accurately and submit them on time.
• Monitor and reconcile travel-related spending.
• Assist with office administration tasks such as supply ordering and routine office support.
• Help plan onsite meetings, executive visits, interviews, and special events.
• Take on additional administrative and operational projects as business needs change.

Education and Experience

A bachelor’s degree is required. The company is looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership, including C-suite executives. Experience in a fast-paced, scaling biotech environment is required, and startup experience is preferred. Candidates should already have a strong track record managing complex calendars and executive meeting logistics. Familiarity with travel planning and expense systems such as Coupa is preferred.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent organization and strong attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize effectively when demands are changing quickly.
• Professional judgment and a high level of discretion.
• Strong ownership, accountability, and follow-through.
• Adaptability in ambiguous or evolving situations.
• Proactive problem-solving and a service-oriented mindset.
• Comfort working independently with limited supervision.
• Collaborative, responsive, and team-focused approach.
• Willingness to support both strategic priorities and routine administrative work.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base pay for this role is between $110,000 and $135,000 per year. The position may also qualify for a target annual bonus, equity compensation, and the company’s benefits program. Final compensation will depend on factors such as experience, education, and location.

Additional Information

Korsana Biosciences is the seventh company launched by Paragon Therapeutics, a biotech incubator founded by Fairmount Funds in 2021 and recognized for building advanced therapeutic assets internally.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. Hiring 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.