Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer

Tonix Pharmaceuticals* is a fully integrated, commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on central nervous system (CNS) and immunology treatments in areas of high unmet medical need. TONMYA® (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets 2.8 mg) is the first new treatment for fibromyalgia in adults in more than 15 years. Tonix’s CNS commercial infrastructure supports its marketed products, including its acute migraine products, Zembrace® Symtouch® (sumatriptan injection 3 mg) and Tosymra® (sumatriptan nasal spray 10 mg). Tonix is investigating TONMYA® in Phase 2 clinical trials to evaluate its potential in major depressive disorder and acute stress disorder/acute stress reaction. Tonix is also advancing a pipeline of immunology programs, including TNX-4800, a Phase 2 ready long-acting human anti-Borrelia OspA monoclonal antibody (mAb) for the prevention of Lyme disease in the U.S., and TNX-1500, a Phase 2 ready third‑generation CD40 ligand inhibitor for the prevention of kidney transplant rejection. In addition, the Company is progressing TNX-2900 (intranasal potentiated oxytocin), which is Phase 2 ready for the treatment of Prader‑Willi syndrome, a rare disease. To learn more, visit and follow the Company on LinkedIn and X.

• Tonix’s product development candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics; their efficacy and safety have not been established and have not been approved for any indication.

Zembrace SymTouch and Tosymra are registered trademarks of Tonix Medicines. TONMYA is a registered trademark of Tonix Pharma Limited. All other marks are property of their respective owners.

Position Overview

The Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer is a highly trusted partner who plays a critical role in maximizing the CEO’s effectiveness and advancing the priorities of the organization.

Operating at the center of the organization, the Executive Assistant develops a deep understanding of the CEO’s priorities and the company’s objectives, anticipates needs, connects priorities, and ensures the CEO’s time and attention are focused where they can have the greatest impact. This individual does not simply manage the CEO’s schedule. They understand the purpose and priorities behind it.

Serving as an extension of the CEO, this individual brings exceptional judgment, discretion, executive presence, and a strong sense of ownership. They proactively anticipate needs, build trusted relationships, and help create the structure and capacity necessary for the CEO and broader organization to operate effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Executive Support

• Serve as a trusted partner to the CEO, developing a strong understanding of business priorities, key initiatives, stakeholders, and organizational dynamics.
• Anticipate the CEO’s needs and proactively identify issues, decisions, information, and follow up required to keep priorities moving forward.
• Manage the CEO’s time strategically, ensuring the calendar reflects business priorities and enables appropriate focus on the highest impact activities.
• Provide relevant context, background information, and preparation for meetings, engagements, and key decisions.
• Track commitments, decisions, and follow up actions to ensure timely completion and appropriate follow through.

Calendar, Meetings & Communications

• Own and strategically manage a complex and dynamic executive calendar, balancing competing priorities and exercising sound judgment regarding the CEO’s time.
• Coordinate and prepare for executive leadership, Board, investor, partner, and other high level meetings and engagements, ensuring the CEO has appropriate agendas, briefing materials, background information, and relevant context.
• Draft, review, and coordinate executive correspondence and communications as appropriate.
• Manage meeting logistics and ensure timely follow through on key actions and commitments.

Business Partnership & Organizational Effectiveness

• Act as a connector between the CEO, executive leadership team, employees, Board members, and external stakeholders.
• Build trusted relationships across the organization and facilitate the effective flow of information to and from the CEO while maintaining the highest level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, communication, coordination, and overall executive effectiveness.
• Bring structure and organization to complex or rapidly evolving priorities, identify potential obstacles, and proactively recommend solutions.

Travel & Executive Administration

• Coordinate complex domestic and international travel, including detailed itineraries and contingency planning.
• Manage expenses, documentation, and other executive administrative requirements accurately and efficiently.
• Support special projects and other priorities at the direction of the CEO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible executive support experience, including significant experience directly supporting a CEO or other C suite executive.
• Experience supporting Board of Directors activities and interacting with senior executives and external stakeholders preferred.
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, healthcare, life sciences, or another highly regulated industry preferred.
• Public company experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to operate as a proactive business partner while maintaining excellence in day-to-day executive support.
• Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple competing demands.
• Strong business acumen and intellectual curiosity, with an interest in understanding the business and the context behind executive priorities.
• Exceptional judgment, discretion, professionalism, and ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.
• Strong executive presence and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and trusted relationships at all levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate needs, identify potential issues, solve problems independently, and exercise sound judgment with limited direction.
• Highly adaptable, resourceful, detail oriented, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook, Teams, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work with flexibility outside standard business hours when needed to support time sensitive executive priorities, travel, or schedule changes.

Salary Range: $100,000 USD - $160,000 USD

• Please note that Tonix does not offer sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Compensation & Benefits

Tonix provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options
• Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
• Career Development and Training

Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.