Senior Associate, Development Business Operations

Vir Biotechnology, Inc. is an immunology company focused on combining cutting-edge technologies to treat and prevent infectious diseases and other serious conditions. Vir has assembled two technology platforms that are designed to stimulate and enhance the immune system by exploiting critical observations of natural immune processes. Its current clinical development pipeline consists of product candidates targeting hepatitis B and hepatitis delta viruses and human immunodeficiency virus. Vir has several preclinical candidates in its pipeline, including those targeting influenza A and B, COVID-19, RSV/MPV and HPV.

We believe the success of our colleagues drives the success of our mission. We are committed to creating a company passionate about equality, inclusion, and respect. When everyone feels supported and encouraged to give their best, we will collectively deliver outstanding results. We are proud to be the first company to be ranked at the top of the Deloitte Fast 500 list two years in a row (2023 & 2022)!

Vir Biotechnology is seeking a Senior Associate in Development Business Operations with a proven ability to work collaboratively within a matrix environment supporting vendor outsourcing activities for Translational and Clinical Development (TCD). You will partner closely with Vendors, Legal, Business Operations, Clinical Operations, and Finance to enable effective outsourcing of services and governance with vendor partners. You will report to the Associate Director, Business Operations.

This is a remote position. Vir only supports employees within the United States and reserves the right to approve work locations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES:

• Under the guidance of management, lead the vendor selection life-cycle including the management of Request-for-Information (RFI) and/or Request-for-Proposal (RFP) activities for clinical services such as study management, central laboratory, bioanalytical services, interactive response technology (IRT), and various ancillary vendors, etc.
• Draf, execute, track and archive CDAs, MSAs, and other various vendor contract agreements in accordance with Vir standards and processes.
• Negotiate & manage budgets and financial terms, refining scope, and providing analysis as required.
• Effectively engage and partner with relevant internal and external stakeholders such as Clinical Operations, Legal, Regulatory, Finance and/or vendors, as applicable, to enable informed, risk-considered decisions.
• Review invoices against contractual terms to ensure compliance and to identify conflicts or changes requiring resolution with contract revisions.
• Proactively identify, define and assist in the implementation of new or improved Departmental processes or standards. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• B.A./B.S. degree and 4+ years of relevant experience with; advanced degree a plus
• Willingness and ability to define and advocate new ideas and solutions to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the Department / Organization.
• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills, both in one-on-one and group settings.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional team members and utilize interpersonal skills to foster successful working relationships both internally and externally.
• Proven organizational skills and willingness to own a project from start to finish.
• Experience in Microsoft Office suite; strong Excel skills a plus.

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The expected salary range for this position is $112,500.00 to $163,500.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors.

Vir's compensation and benefits are aligned with the current market and commensurate with the person's experience and qualifications. All full-time employees receive a package that includes: compensation, bonus and equity as well as many other Vir benefits and perks such as: health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance benefits, non-accrual paid time off, company shut down for holidays, commuter benefits, child care reimbursement, education reimbursement, 401K match and lunch for all onsite employees!

Vir Biotechnology (“Vir”) is an equal opportunity employer.  All employment decisions at Vir are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory business requirements, job duties and individual qualifications. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, parental status, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service or any other legally protected characteristic.