Senior Executive Assistant

5AM Ventures•Berkeley, CA

10d•$115,000 - $145,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Renasant Bio, we are driven by a simple goal: to change whatâs possible for patients with kidney disease. ADPKD remains one of the most challenging areas in medicine, and we believe it requires bold thinking, rigorous science, and a team committed to doing things differently. Weâre looking for individuals who bring both scientific rigor and creativity to hard problems, and who believe great work is built through respectful, direct collaboration. You communicate with honesty and transparency, adapt quickly as priorities evolve, and hold yourselfâand othersâto a high standard. Above all, you operate with urgency and purpose, grounded in the knowledge that patients are waiting. Based at Bakar Labs in Berkeley, CA, we are advancing new therapies designed to make a meaningful difference for patients. We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Senior Executive Assistant to the CEO to provide high-impact support in a fast-paced startup environment. This role is primarily focused on enabling the CEO to operate at maximum effectivenessâmanaging a complex and evolving calendar, coordinating travel, triaging communications, and ensuring seamless execution of day-to-day priorities. In addition to core executive support, this individual will play a broader role in company operations, helping coordinate board and investor activities and supporting select operational functions such as HR and external vendor management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who excels in a traditional EA role and is interested in growing into a more operational or strategic position over time. This role is 70â80% executive support with 20â30% exposure to broader operational initiatives, with the opportunity to expand scope over time. This is a hybrid position, requiring at least three days a week onsite.

Requirements

5â8+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably supporting senior executives in biotech, life sciences, or a high-growth startup environment
Proven ability to manage complex calendars and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment
Experience supporting board meetings and interacting with investors or senior stakeholders
Strong judgment and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with strong follow-through
Comfortable working across a range of responsibilities, from administrative tasks to light operational support

Nice To Haves

Interest in growing into broader operational responsibilities over time is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage a complex, high-volume calendar, ensuring alignment with priorities and efficient use of time
Coordinate domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries and logistics
Triage incoming communications, including email, and help prioritize and respond as appropriate
Prepare the CEO for meetings by gathering materials, summarizing key points, and tracking follow-ups
Draft and send follow-up communications on behalf of the CEO, including with investors and external stakeholders
Anticipate needs and proactively address issues to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
Own scheduling and logistics for board meetings and investor interactions
Coordinate preparation and distribution of board materials
Track action items and ensure timely follow-up
Support coordination with external partners, including HR consultants, legal counsel, and other vendors
Assist with basic HR and administrative processes as needed
Help manage contracts, documentation, and internal tracking systems
Act as a central point of coordination across leadership, project managers, and external stakeholders
Support internal communication and ensure alignment on key activities
Step in to support ad hoc projects and company needs as they arise