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Chief of Staff
<p>About the Company:</p><p> Our client, an innovative and rapidly growing medical device manufacturer, is seeking a highly skilled Chief of Staff to partner with executive leadership in driving operational excellence, strategic alignment, and organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic insight, operational discipline, and leadership presence to help scale the organization during a period of growth and innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview:</p><p>The Chief of Staff will act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, supporting high-priority initiatives, facilitating cross-departmental collaboration, and ensuring alignment with the company’s mission to advance healthcare innovation. This role requires a strong understanding of the medical device industry, including regulatory environments, product development lifecycles, and operational challenges unique to the sector.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Partner with the CEO and executive leadership to develop, implement, and track strategic initiatives across the organization.</li><li>Drive operational efficiency and process improvements, with a focus on scalability and compliance in a regulated industry.</li><li>Serve as a strategic liaison between departments, ensuring transparency, alignment, and effective communication across R& D, operations, regulatory, and commercial teams.</li><li>Prepare and manage executive-level materials, including board presentations, investor updates, and performance reports.</li><li>Oversee project management and execution of cross-functional initiatives critical to company growth and compliance readiness.</li><li>Facilitate leadership meetings, offsites, and quarterly business reviews, ensuring key outcomes and accountability are achieved.</li><li>Support corporate planning, KPI tracking, and organizational performance metrics.</li><li>Manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</li><li>Represent the CEO or executive team in internal and external meetings when needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Qualifications:</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).</li><li>7+ years of progressive experience in operations, consulting, strategy, or program management—medical device, biotech, or healthcare industry experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Strong understanding of FDA regulations, quality systems, and product development processes is a plus.</li><li>Proven track record of leading strategic projects and driving measurable business outcomes.</li><li>Exceptional communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented, and highly regulated environment.</li></ul>
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  • San Diego, CA
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 65.00 - 70.00 USD / Hourly
  • <p>About the Company:</p><p> Our client, an innovative and rapidly growing medical device manufacturer, is seeking a highly skilled Chief of Staff to partner with executive leadership in driving operational excellence, strategic alignment, and organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic insight, operational discipline, and leadership presence to help scale the organization during a period of growth and innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview:</p><p>The Chief of Staff will act as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to the CEO and executive team, supporting high-priority initiatives, facilitating cross-departmental collaboration, and ensuring alignment with the company’s mission to advance healthcare innovation. This role requires a strong understanding of the medical device industry, including regulatory environments, product development lifecycles, and operational challenges unique to the sector.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Partner with the CEO and executive leadership to develop, implement, and track strategic initiatives across the organization.</li><li>Drive operational efficiency and process improvements, with a focus on scalability and compliance in a regulated industry.</li><li>Serve as a strategic liaison between departments, ensuring transparency, alignment, and effective communication across R& D, operations, regulatory, and commercial teams.</li><li>Prepare and manage executive-level materials, including board presentations, investor updates, and performance reports.</li><li>Oversee project management and execution of cross-functional initiatives critical to company growth and compliance readiness.</li><li>Facilitate leadership meetings, offsites, and quarterly business reviews, ensuring key outcomes and accountability are achieved.</li><li>Support corporate planning, KPI tracking, and organizational performance metrics.</li><li>Manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</li><li>Represent the CEO or executive team in internal and external meetings when needed.</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-10-07T18:19:07Z

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