Chief of Staff
AOA
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Denver, CO, USA
Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2024
AOA Dx is developing the next frontier in early-stage cancer detection through its pioneering work in glycolipids and proprietary biomarker technology. Our revolutionary tumor marker ganglioside platform, GlycoLocate™, is paving the way for life-saving early cancer detection. In a first of its kind, AOA Dx is developing AKRIVIS GD™, an early-stage liquid biopsy test for ovarian cancer.
We are seeking a Chief of Staff to report directly to and support our CEO in all matters of strategy and operations.
As a Chief of Staff to the CEO, you will have a unique opportunity to understand and influence the day-to-day priorities from the vantage point of a CEO. You will be exposed to every function and learn how to execute strategies and navigate the intricacies of a biotech startup. This role is based in Denver, Colorado.
You will own and run our objectives and key results (OKR) process, foster internal collaboration, support Investor Relations, and facilitate cross-functional strategic initiatives.
You Will Own Our OKR Process
We are seeking a Chief of Staff to report directly to and support our CEO in all matters of strategy and operations.
As a Chief of Staff to the CEO, you will have a unique opportunity to understand and influence the day-to-day priorities from the vantage point of a CEO. You will be exposed to every function and learn how to execute strategies and navigate the intricacies of a biotech startup. This role is based in Denver, Colorado.
You will own and run our objectives and key results (OKR) process, foster internal collaboration, support Investor Relations, and facilitate cross-functional strategic initiatives.
You Will Own Our OKR Process
- Translate the company’s strategy into company-level OKRs
- Work with all department heads and their teams to develop department- and team-level OKRs
- Ensure alignment across cross-functional teams on strategic objectives and monitor progress toward key milestones
- Track each team’s progress against their OKRs and provide recommendations to department heads and the CEO when OKRs are not on track
- Support the CEO in setting and/or adjusting the company’s overall strategy based on our progress.
- Work effectively with the CEO to keep her well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately
- Be a strategic advisor to the CEO 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
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness across departments.
- Streamline processes and workflows to enhance productivity and reduce inefficiencies
- Provide a bridge for smooth communication between the CEO office and internal functions demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with the executive management team
- Support the CEO 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 AOA a great place to work
- Alongside CEO, support corporate governance processes, including Board of Director meetings
- Inform our strategy to prepare for future fundraises
- Create slides and other documentation to support the fundraising process
- Interface with all departments to build presentations
- Run successful public relations campaigns
- Organize and execute leadership meetings and offsites
- Manage ad hoc projects and initiatives as directed by the CEO, which may involve research, analysis, and execution.
- Build strategic partnerships with other players in the ecosystem
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