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Administrative Assistant, Clinical Development (Contract)

Brisbane, CAOnsiteContractPosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Microsoft 365
  • Copilot
  • SharePoint
  • Outlook
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • video conferencing
  • collaboration tools
  • domestic travel

Nice to have

  • biotech
  • pharma
  • life sciences

Role summary

Nurix Therapeutics is seeking a contract Administrative Assistant for its Clinical Development team in Brisbane, CA. This role will serve as a central point of support for senior executives and the clinical development team, managing complex calendars, logistics, travel, and cross-functional projects. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of experience supporting senior leaders, strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (including Copilot and SharePoint), excellent organizational and communication skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. Experience in biotech or life sciences is a plus. This is an onsite, 5-day/week position.

Administrative Assistant, Clinical Development

Be the calm, capable center of gravity for a fast-moving Clinical Development team — owning complex calendars, high-stakes logistics, and cross-functional projects for leaders who rely on you to make the day run smoothly. This role puts you at the heart of the action, trusted with real responsibility from day one.

Position Description

The Opportunity

  • Partner with executives, stakeholders, and teams at every level — from the C-suite to external partners — building relationships built on trust and reliability.
  • Own complex, ever-shifting calendars, and confidently reprioritize on the fly to keep the day running smoothly.
  • Jump into cross-functional projects and special assignments, bringing organization and follow-through wherever they're needed.
  • Plan seamless domestic and international travel, crafting detailed itineraries and adapting gracefully when plans change.
  • Coordinate team meetings, events, and offsites that run smoothly from start to finish.
  • Manage expense reports, purchase orders, and administrative workflows using Microsoft 365, Copilot, SharePoint, and other tools.
  • Step in to support fellow EAs as needed, contributing to a collaborative team culture.

    • What You’ll Bring

  • 8+ years supporting senior executives or C-suite leaders.
  • Strong command of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfort with video conferencing and collaboration tools.
  • A knack for juggling priorities, meeting deadlines, and staying organized under pressure.
  • Warm, polished communication — you know how to write and speak with clarity and professionalism.
  • An instinct for anticipating needs before they arise, paired with meticulous attention to detail.
  • A service-minded, team-first attitude, balanced with the confidence to work independently.
  • Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information.
  • Experience in biotech, pharma, or life sciences is a plus.

    • The posted range applies to roles based in the San Francisco Bay Area and reflects local market conditions. Where an offer lands within that range depends on the candidate’s relevant experience, technical expertise, and how their background aligns with the role’s requirements.

    Location: Onsite – Brisbane, CA (5 days/week)

    Fit with Nurix Culture and Values

  • Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
  • Solutions and results-oriented focus
  • Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view

    • About Nurix Therapeutics

    Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.

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