Business Operations Manager (R&D)

Job Summary The R&D Business Operations Manager will be the lead support function for the Chief R&D Officer and also provide support to the Leadership Team as needed. They will bridge the gap between administrative and operational excellence and strategic communication, managing the logistics of an R&D leadership team in a growing biotech firm while helping shape the narrative for our global team. Key Responsibilities Strategic Calendar, Operational Responsibilities & Logistics Management: Manage complex, high‑velocity calendars for key R&D leaders, ensuring seamless coordination across R&D departments. Prioritize and gatekeep time to ensure leadership focuses on mission‑critical milestones. Manage the Contracting & PO process, including vendor management, budgeting, and expense reporting. Meeting Synthesis & Governance: Attend leadership and cross‑functional meetings to capture technical and strategic nuances. Transform meeting outcomes into clear action plans, ensuring accountability across the organization. Town Hall & Event Orchestration: Lead the end‑to‑end execution of R&D‑wide events such as Town Halls, Scientific Advisory Boards, and internal off‑sites. Manage technical platforms for hybrid/global meetings to ensure a "one‑team" experience across all locations. Scientific & Corporate Storytelling: Design/Assist in high‑impact slide decks for internal Town Halls and internal presentations. Develop "script‑ready" talking points for executives that align with BioCryst's corporate goals and patient‑centric culture. Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Act as a liaison between the R&D and various departments (HR, Commercial, Finance, Investor Relations, Legal) for logistical coordination. All other duties as assigned. Experience & Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree (preferably in a scientific area) or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Biotech/Pharma Experience: 5+ years of experience in an executive support or operations role within the life sciences industry; familiarity with biotech terminology and the drug development lifecycle is a significant plus. Visual Communication: Proficiency with PowerPoint, with an eye for clean, professional design that meets corporate branding standards. Excellent Writing: Ability to draft talking points and internal memos that are professional, empathetic, and scientifically grounded. Agility: The ability to pivot quickly in a fast‑paced, mid‑size environment where priorities can shift based on clinical or regulatory updates. Discretion: Absolute integrity and experience handling sensitive data related to clinical trials, intellectual property, and corporate strategy. Self‑motivated with ability to meet timelines. Ability to lead in a support function to the assigned project. Travel required The statements in this position description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The manager may assign additional responsibilities and assignments from time to time. BioCryst is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Veterans status, disability and/or other protected class characteristics. Additionally, BioCryst is committed to achieving its business objectives in compliance with all federal, state and local law. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr