Let’s build the future of medicine - together.
Join Enveda as a Translational Operations Manager and help us transform natural compounds into life-changing medicines. We’re a team driven by curiosity and innovation - are you ready to make a difference?
Remote | Full-Time | $115,000 - $125,000
What Makes Us Enveda
Life is smart, and we can learn from it. We’re reinventing drug discovery by harnessing nature’s intelligence. Our platform identifies new medicines four times faster than the industry standard because patients can’t wait. What sets Enveda apart isn’t just what we do - it’s how we do it. Our culture is built on creativity, collaboration, and deep respect for each other. We believe “People Create All Value”, and our success is driven by the extraordinary team turning our mission into reality every day.
Our Momentum
- Unicorn status: Achieved following a $150 million Series D funding round in 2025
- Discovery and innovation: Advanced our first drug candidate to Phase 1 trials in 2024
- Award-winning culture:
- Newsweek: Top 100 Global #MostLovedWorkplaces (2025)
- Forbes: America’s Best Startup Employers (2024 & 2025)
- Newsweek: America’s Greatest Startup Workplaces (2025)
- Fast Company: Most Innovative Companies in 2026
These milestones reflect the impact of our team and we’re just getting started, but they’re only possible because of the diverse talent, perspectives, and relentless drive of our team, and people like you.
Your Role in Our Mission
At Enveda, every role drives impact. As a Translational Operations Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering hope to patients everywhere. Your expertise in biomarker operations and translational research execution will be critical in accelerating our mission to advance multiple R&D programs from discovery through clinical development because every breakthrough starts with bold questions and brave actions.
What You’ll Do
Biomarker & Clinical Operations
Lead end-to-end biosample and biomarker operations for Phase 1 SAD/MAD and Phase 2 clinical studies, as well as earlier-stage translational work
Develop biomarker sampling schemas, protocol sections, lab manuals, and kit specifications in collaboration with Translational Medicine and Clinical Operations
Coordinate biomarker assay development, validation, and sample management activities, involving all relevant internal and external stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility
Manage end-to-end biospecimen lifecycle: sample collection, site training, shipment logistics, processing, and data transfer between internal teams and external partners
Partner with leaders and scientists across translational science, biology, clinical development, and CRO/vendor organizations to plan and execute biomarker operations
CRO & Vendor Management
Serve as the primary liaison with CROs for study design, execution, and reporting; monitor data quality and deliver concise, actionable readouts to internal teams
Select and oversee central and specialty biomarker labs, managing vendor contracting, SOWs, POs, timelines, and data deliverable milestones
Manage CRO and vendor relationships for biomarker assay outsourcing, sample logistics, and translational study execution
Data Management & Reporting
Partner with Data Management to ensure clean, reconciled, analysis-ready biomarker datasets are delivered on time to support dose selection, mechanism validation, and study design decisions
Implement and optimize tracking systems and LIMS tools to manage workflows, sample inventory, and operational exceptions
Develop reusable SOPs, tracking tools, and reconciliation workflows to scale operations across the portfolio
Create dashboards and reports for communication of biomarker study progress, sample inventory, and assay timelines
Clearly communicate the status of projects, challenges, results, and proposed paths forward across internal and external stakeholders, teams, and time zones
Program & Timeline Management
Lead timelines and deliverables across multiple R&D programs spanning early discovery through clinical development
Turn scientific and commercial goals into clear, testable plans with explicit decision gates
Proactively manage risks and maintain tight coordination across R&D, CMC, and external partners
Ensure tasks and projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget through constant communication and follow-up with stakeholders
Assist Project Leaders in meeting management through agenda planning, providing status updates, and following up on action items
Explore opportunities for accelerating timelines and ensure resource availability and allocation
We’re Looking For
B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in a biological science, biochemistry, or related translational discipline; PMP Certification is a plus
3+ years of experience managing biomarker or translational research projects, including hands-on Phase 1 and/or Phase 2 clinical study experience, CRO/vendor oversight, and sample operations
A strong executor who can manage end-to-end biospecimen logistics and proactively mitigate risk related to timelines, protocol deviations, and sample integrity
Vendor-savvy operator comfortable selecting and overseeing central and specialty labs, including contracting and SOW management
A systems thinker who can design workflows, configure tracking tools and LIMS, and manage operational exceptions
Excellent oral and written communication skills and strong organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving abilities
Technologically savvy and motivated to learn new project productivity software
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, results- and team-oriented startup environment across multiple geographies
Resourcefulness to do more with less in a startup environment
If you’re passionate about innovation and impact, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement.
Our Values: Curiosity | Agency | Journey | Charity | Unity
Benefits: 90% Medical, Dental, Vision | 401k Match | Flexible PTO | Adoption Assistance
Enveda is protecting Job Seekers:
We care deeply about creating a safe, respectful experience for every applicant, so we wanted to share a few guidelines to help you spot anything that doesn’t feel right.
- You’ll always meet real Enveda team members through video or in-person conversations before receiving an offer.
- All communication from us will come from an @enveda.com or @envedabio.com email address.
- We’ll never ask you to purchase equipment, send money, or share sensitive banking details as part of any step in our recruiting process.
If something feels off or you’re unsure whether a message is truly from Enveda, please reach out at anytime at recruiting@enveda.com.
At Enveda, we’re building a place where everyone can do the best work of their life. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in all its forms. Apply now and join a team committed to shaping the future of drug discovery.
