Business Analyst (San Mateo)

Title: Business Analyst

Location: Hybrid, South San Francisco, CA (1-3x onsite per week)

We are partnering with a small, pre-IPO biotech that is hiring a new Business Analyst to support a wide range of strategic, operational, and corporate initiatives across a fast-growing biotech company. This is a high-impact role working directly with the Chief Business Officer, ideal for someone looking to transition from a strong scientific background into the business side of biotech.

This position is designed for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and is eager to take ownership of diverse workstreams while learning across functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support development of business cases, competitive intelligence, and market landscape analyses
• Conduct market research and customer discovery to inform strategy and business development
• Assist in building and refining investor materials, pitch decks, and presentations
• Coordinate with external partners (e.g., CROs, vendors, service providers) and internal stakeholders
• Support financial operations, including budgeting, accrual tracking, and accounting processes
• Assist with contract administration, including review coordination and execution tracking
• Help manage corporate processes such as audits, insurance renewals, and compliance deadlines
• Provide general operational and administrative support (invoices, documentation, follow-ups)
• Contribute to strategic planning and cross-functional initiatives as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong scientific background (PhD preferred, or undergraduate degree with meaningful research experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in biotech, life sciences, healthcare, consulting, venture capital, or a startup environment
• Exposure to business functions through VC, startups, accelerators, or relevant coursework
• Experience building presentations, pitch decks, and investor-facing materials
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, structured insights
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working independently and taking initiative

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