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Kids for the Future lists this Associate Director, G&A Applications opportunity in waltham, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Location 221 CRESCENT ST STE 103A,Waltham, MA, ,United States
Base Pay $163,000.00 - $200,000.00 / Year
Job Category IT
Employee Type FT Exempt
Required Degree 4 Year Degree
Travel 10%
Manage Others No
At Viridian, we work with a sense of urgency for patients, creating unity with our team, the industry, and the community. We are committed to using proven science and engineering to improve the lives of people living with serious and rare diseases, and we are getting closer to achieving this goal every day.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Enterprise Applications, the Associate Director, G&A Applications will contribute to and execute the strategy, implementation, optimization, and support of General and Administrative (G&A) applications across Viridian Therapeutics. This role partners closely with Finance, Legal, Compliance, and HR to deliver technology solutions that align with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The Associate Director will provide day-to-day leadership and functional oversight for the G&A application portfolio, balancing operational support with long-term planning to ensure technology capabilities align with business priorities and organizational goals.
This role is based in our Waltham, MA headquarters. Our office-based employees are required to work in the office three (3) days a week.
Responsibilities (including, but not limited to):
Partner with Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, and other business stakeholders to understand business needs, prioritize initiatives, and deliver scalable technology solutions that drive operational efficiency and business value
Contribute to and execute the strategy, implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of the G&A application portfolio, ensuring business systems are secure, scalable, integrated, and aligned with organizational objectives
Serve as the technical lead and application owner for G&A systems, providing hands-on leadership in configuration, troubleshooting, enhancements, integrations, and solution design while acting as the primary escalation point for critical issues to ensure system stability and business continuity
Lead cross-functional technology initiatives from concept through deployment, ensuring effective planning, resource coordination, risk management, stakeholder communication, and successful delivery of project objectives
Contribute to and maintain application roadmaps and solution designs for G&A systems ensuring alignment with business strategies and scalability
Manage vendor relationships and support selection, contracting, performance management, and service delivery to ensure quality outcomes, maximize value, and mitigate risk
Requirements
Requires 10+ years of progressive experience supporting, implementing, and leading enterprise applications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Life Sciences, or a related field; Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus
Strong knowledge of G&A business processes and enterprise applications supporting Finance, HR, Legal, Compliance, Procurement, and related functions
Hands-on experience with enterprise SaaS applications such as NetSuite, Agiloft, ADP Workforce Now, Concur, and related business platforms is preferred
Demonstrated success leading large-scale application implementations, enhancements, integrations, and digital transformation initiatives in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment
Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders at all organizational levels to achieve strategic business objectives
Experience in regulated life sciences environments, including GxP, SOX, 21 CFR Part 11, data integrity, privacy, validation, audit readiness, and change management
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with the ability to balance strategic thinking and hands-on execution
Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity, prioritize competing demands, and deliver results in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technology topics into clear business recommendations
Strong commitment to ethical standards
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, etc.)
Ability to travel up to 10%
The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience
Viridian offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive pay and stock options for all employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Life, Travel and AD&D
401(k) Company Match with immediate company vest
Employee Stock Purchase plan
Generous vacation plan and paid company holiday shutdowns
Various fertility, mental, financial, and proactive physical health programs
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, or retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, and Local laws. Viridian will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Viridian Therapeutics, Inc participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.
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Worksite address
waltham, MA, 02254, US
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