About Voyager Therapeutics

Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. (Nasdaq: VYGR) is a biotechnology company dedicated to leveraging the power of human genetics to modify the course of – and ultimately cure – neurological diseases. Our pipeline includes programs for Alzheimer’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson’s disease, and multiple other diseases of the central nervous system. Many of our programs are derived from our TRACER™ AAV capsid discovery platform, which we have used to generate novel capsids and identify associated receptors to potentially enable high brain penetration with genetic medicines following intravenous dosing. Some of our programs are wholly owned, and some are advancing with partners including Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease; Novartis Pharma AG; Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.; and Sangamo Therapeutics, Inc. For more information, visit www.voyagertherapeutics.com.

Voyager Therapeutics® is a registered trademark, and TRACER™ is a trademark, of Voyager Therapeutics, Inc. 

Job Summary

Voyager Therapeutics is seeking an experienced biopharmaceutical professional to join our team in the role of Chief of Staff to our Chief Scientific Officer (CSO).  This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work closely with our CSO on a range of operational, strategic and project areas of our Research business.  This newly created position will play a critical role in collaborating across our Research team to facilitate the execution of various initiatives and have a direct impact on the effectiveness of our scientific team.  The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities project management, strong communication skills and an ability to translate strategy into execution of timely deliverables, working with and on behalf, of our CSO.

Responsibilities

• Act as right hand to CSO to provide support in smooth operation of the Research function, including: Meeting management, including organization of Research Leadership Team (RLT), Research All-Hands meetings, SAB and Board material creation to ensure delivery of goals and closure of action items
• Manage budget accountabilities, acting as key liaison with other research functions and Voyager’s finance team
• Monitor progress and performance against research objectives, providing regular updates and recommendations within the Research team and as a liaison to other key Voyager stakeholders
• Work closely with Research Leadership Team to align their goals and activities with the company’s strategic objectives
• Analyze business data and metrics to provide insights for decision-making
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement solutions to enhance operational performance
• Partner closely with the Executive Assistant for the CSO and create seamless coordination of all activities
• Prepare high-quality written materials, including communications, presentations, reports
• Streamline processes and workflows to enhance productivity and reduce inefficiencies
• Support the CSO in making informed and data-driven decisions
• Foster a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages cross-functional teamwork and cultivates an environment that makes Voyager great place to work
• Be a strategic advisor to the CSO in having a keen ability to “see around the corner”, leaping steps ahead on projects and initiatives according to our CEO’s next predicted actions and desirable outcomes

Requirements

• Bachelors or Masters Degree with minimum of 5+ years working in the biopharmaceutical industry
• Expert operations management experience of 5+ years with proven track record for successful execution of projects
• Strong analytical skills and strategic thinker with an ability to develop and execute strategies involving scientific and business practices
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience with team budgets and basic financial acumen
• Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking abilities
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders effectively
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism
• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to influence without direct authority
• Demonstrated experience interacting with executive leadership and boards of directors
• Ability to set and follow through goals with a sense of urgency while keeping broader strategic objectives in focus