Job Title:Senior Commercial Coordinator
Location:San Diego, CA
Position type:FLSA:Full time Exempt
Department:Commercial Strive to Bring a Profound Difference to our PatientsAt Avidity Biosciences, we are passionate about the impact of every employee in realizing our vision of improving people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics. Avidity is revolutionizing the field of RNA with its proprietary AOCs, which are designed to combine the specificity of monoclonal antibodies with the precision of oligonucleotide therapies to address targets and diseases previously unreachable with existing RNA therapies. If you are a committed, solution-oriented thinker, join us in making a difference and become part of our growing culture that is integrated, collaborative, agile and focused on the needs of patients. Avidity Biosciences, Inc.'s mission is to profoundly improve people's lives by delivering a new class of RNA therapeutics - Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates (AOCs ). Utilizing its proprietary AOC platform, Avidity demonstrated the first-ever successful targeted delivery of RNA into muscle and is leading the field with clinical development programs for three rare muscle diseases: myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD). Avidity is broadening the reach of AOCs with its advancing and expanding pipeline, including programs in cardiology and immunology through internal discovery efforts and key partnerships. Avidity is headquartered in San Diego, CA. For more information about our AOC platform, clinical development pipeline, and people, please visit and engage with us on LinkedIn and Twitter .
The OpportunityThe Senior Commercial Coordinator will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our commercial activities. As administrative support, you will support our commercial leadership teams by managing tasks, coordinating projects, and maintaining accurate records. Your expertise will help us streamline processes, enhance productivity, and contribute to the overall success of our commercial efforts.
What You Will Contribute - Provide comprehensive administrative support to the commercial leadership team, including scheduling meetings, managing correspondence, and preparing reports
- Independently manage complex calendar & travel schedules (domestic and international) for the commercial leadership team
- Organize and submit expense reports in compliance with company policies
- Coordinate with other administrative professionals in the company to improve overall efficiency
- Compile department budgets into a global commercial budget. Facilitate the budget process administratively with FP&A and commercial departments and regions. Work with FP&A monthly and quarterly to understand and communicate budget variances and with re-forecasting.
- Oversee the preparation, organization, and maintenance of commercial documentation, including contracts and agreements
- Assist with business financial transactions, including purchase requests and invoice approvals
- Assist in the coordination of commercial projects, ensuring that timelines are met and deliverables are high quality
- Assist in the planning and execution of commercial events including regular monthly and ongoing team meetings
- Work closely with other departments, including HR, finance, legal, and R&D, to support cross-functional initiatives and ensure alignment with commercial objectives
What We Seek
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field. Relevant certifications or coursework in biotechnology or commercial administration is a plus
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in a commercial or administrative role within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proactive and resourceful with a problem-solving mindset
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships
- Adaptability and willingness to take on new challenges in a fast-paced environment
What We Will Provide To You - The base salary range for this role is $127,000 to $140,400. The final compensation will be commensurate with such factors as relevant experience, skillset, internal equity and market factors.
- Avidity offers competitive compensation and benefits which includes the opportunity for annual and spot bonuses, stock options and RSUs, as well as a 401(k) with an employer match. In addition, the comprehensive wellness program includes coverage for medical, dental, vision, and LTD, and four weeks of time off.
- A commitment to learning and development which includes a variety of programming internally developed by and for Avidity employees, opportunities for job-specific training offered by industry, and an education reimbursement program.