Office Manager, Cellares
$90-210k
+ Equity
Cell therapy manufacturing services provider
Job no longer available
Cell therapy manufacturing services provider
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
$90-210k
+ Equity
201-500 employees
Company mission
To accelrete access to life-saving cell therapies.
Role
Who you are
- AA degree with at least 5 years of experience in an administrative role
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong organization skills, as well as the ability to multitask
- Ability to think critically and make decisions on your own
- Ability to hold confidential information at appropriate discretion
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to problem solve with little direction or supervision
- Desire to be part of a rapidly evolving organization, with compelling technology and mission
- Ability to pivot as needed and take on duties outside the normal scope of work
- Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset are a must
What the job involves
- We are seeking an innovative and highly motivated Office Manager who will contribute significantly to the growth of Cellares and our mission to accelerate access to life-saving cell therapies
- The primary focus of this position will be to maintain our growing office space, greet guests and ensure they sign in, and manage on-site events
- This will require great attention to detail, the ability to multitask, and maintain a professional demeanor as necessary
- This person will be working directly with Cellares employees at all levels
- It is important that this candidate can take an “all hands on deck” approach, maintain confidentiality, and bring a proactive attitude to their position
- Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and be prepared to tackle a broad selection of challenges as the company grows
- Manage the day-to-day operations of our SF office, including facilities, equipment, maintenance, vendors, and inventory, and provide a welcoming and professional environment
- Track budget and spend for office operations
- Assist our Facilities team with space and seating planning, including communal workspaces
- Collaborate with other teams and/or lead in planning and executing site, team, or company-wide activities and events (including scheduling and calendaring, and day-of logistics such as meeting room reservations and setup, AV/Teleconferencing equipment, and catering, etc.)
- Support various internal activities/events and meetings (for example: executive and large meetings, milestone celebrations, team-building, happy hours)
- Manage vendors and coordinate/execute restocking of snacks, drinks, and office supplies
- Manage incoming and outgoing courier and other packages or mail as required
- Demonstrate sound judgment to take effective action when direction isn't available
Our take
There is a significant need for efficient, scalable manufacturing of cell therapies in the biopharmaceutical industry. As demand for advanced treatments like CAR T-cell therapies rises, traditional manufacturing methods often struggle with scalability, high costs, and process failures, limiting patients' access to these lifesaving therapies.
In response, Cellares has developed the CEll Shuttle platform, an automated system designed for high-throughput cell therapy production. The Cell Shuttle can manufacture 16 batches simultaneously, cutting batch costs by up to 50%. By integrating advanced technologies for flow cytometry and cell sorting, Cellares enhances operational efficiency, providing comprehensive solutions that accelerate access to therapies.
Partnering with industry leaders like Kite, Bristol Myers Squibb, and Cabeletta Bio further strengthens its market position, showcasing the platform's potential impact. Along with over $600M in funding and a commercial-scale facility in New Jersey, Cellares is well-prepared to scale operations and meet global demand, positioning itself for future growth in the evolving cell therapy landscape.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
44% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Jan 2026
$257m
SERIES D
Aug 2023
$255m
SERIES C
Total funding: $612m
Company benefits
- Holidays & Flexible Vacation
- Parental Leave
- Comprehensive Healthcare
- 401k + Company Match
- Catered Onsite Meals
- Premium Technology
- EV Charging
- Professional Development
Company HQ
The East Side, South San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Fabian Gerlinghaus
(Co-Founder & CEO)Graduated from the University of Munich with a Master's Degree in Aerospace Engineering. Prior to co-founding Cellares in 2019, they were the CHief Innovation officer at Synthego.
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