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Operations Coordinator
<p>A fast-growing biotech startup in Carlsbad is adding an Operations Coordinator to support leadership, internal teams, and day-to-day business operations during a major growth phase. This isn’t the kind of role where you’ll just sit behind a desk answering emails all day — the team needs someone who can jump in, stay organized under pressure, and keep things moving. If you’ve worked in a startup, life sciences, or fast-paced corporate environment before, you already know the type of person who succeeds here: adaptable, sharp, proactive, and able to figure things out without being micromanaged.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting leadership with scheduling, reporting, and operational coordination</li><li>Managing internal documentation, project tracking, and cross-functional communication</li><li>Coordinating meetings, onboarding logistics, and office operations</li><li>Assisting with vendor communication, purchasing requests, and administrative workflows</li><li>Preparing reports, spreadsheets, and internal presentations</li><li>Helping maintain organization during rapid company growth and expansion</li></ul>
<ul><li>3+ years of operations, administrative, or project coordination experience</li><li>Startup, biotech, healthcare, or life sciences experience is highly preferred</li><li>Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills</li><li>Someone highly organized who can handle shifting priorities calmly</li><li>Experience with Google Workspace, Slack, or project management tools preferred</li><li>Strong written communication and follow-through </li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Carlsbad, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 26 - 32 USD / Hourly
  • <p>A fast-growing biotech startup in Carlsbad is adding an Operations Coordinator to support leadership, internal teams, and day-to-day business operations during a major growth phase. This isn’t the kind of role where you’ll just sit behind a desk answering emails all day — the team needs someone who can jump in, stay organized under pressure, and keep things moving. If you’ve worked in a startup, life sciences, or fast-paced corporate environment before, you already know the type of person who succeeds here: adaptable, sharp, proactive, and able to figure things out without being micromanaged.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Be Doing</strong></p><ul><li>Supporting leadership with scheduling, reporting, and operational coordination</li><li>Managing internal documentation, project tracking, and cross-functional communication</li><li>Coordinating meetings, onboarding logistics, and office operations</li><li>Assisting with vendor communication, purchasing requests, and administrative workflows</li><li>Preparing reports, spreadsheets, and internal presentations</li><li>Helping maintain organization during rapid company growth and expansion</li></ul>
  • 2026-05-27T00:00:00Z

Operations Coordinator Job in Carlsbad, CA | Robert Half