Part Time Executive Assistant

Job Description
Job Title: Executive Assistant to the CEO (Part-Time)
Company: ViQi
Location: Santa Barbara, CA (Preferred) / Remote (CA, WA, or OR)
Position Type: Part-Time W-2 Employee (Approx. 10 - 15 hours/week)
Compensation: $35 – $45/hr, commensurate with experience
Reports to: CEO

About ViQi: Science that Saves Lives

At ViQi (viqiai.com), our mission is to empower scientists to accelerate discoveries that save
lives and make advanced therapies more accessible. We are a fast-paced,
Santa-Barbara-based startup at the center of life sciences, AI, and cloud computing.

Traditional drug discovery is too slow, expensive, and manual. ViQi changes that. Our
sophisticated, AI-powered platform helps pharmaceutical companies, biotechs, and research
institutions analyze massive amounts of complex image data—finding insights that the human
eye can miss. Our solutions, like the Automated Viral Infectivity Assay (AVIA™), are helping to
revolutionize drug development, transform patient outcomes, and get novel treatments to people
faster.

Position Overview

ViQi is seeking a highly organized and proactive part-time Executive Assistant to support our
CEO. This is a unique, hybrid role that combines high-level administrative support with direct
involvement in our outbound marketing and fundraising operations.

While the title is Executive Assistant, this is a highly strategic, hands-on business development
role where your scientific knowledge will be utilized in outbound communication (70%), with the
remainder dedicated to executive support.

While you will be responsible for managing the CEO's schedule and coordinating team logistics,
the primary focus of this position is to act as a strong supporter for our outbound marketing and
fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will have a strong scientific background, enabling them
to understand and articulate the nuances of our technology—from AI-driven image analysis to
viral infectivity assays—with precision and professionalism.

This is a remote-friendly role (within CA, WA, or OR) with a strong preference for candidates in
the Santa Barbara area for occasional in-person collaboration. If you are a self-motivated
individual who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment and is driven to make a tangible
impact, we encourage you to apply.

The weekly commitment of 10-15 hours will be strictly prioritized to ensure the scientific
outreach and fundraising correspondence (70%) is completed first. The administrative tasks
(30%) will be handled as time allows within the allotted hours.

Key Responsibilities

Outbound Marketing & Fundraising Support (70%)

• Manage and execute outbound marketing and fundraising correspondence on behalf of

• Manage and execute initial outreach to prospective customers (e.g., pharmaceutical

• Coordinate follow-up communications with clients, prospects, and potential investors,

• Draft, proofread, and edit emails, presentations, and other communications, paying close

• Assist in preparing materials for sales meetings and investor pitches.

Administrative & Coordination (30%)

• Proactively manage and maintain the CEO’s calendar, including scheduling internal and

• Coordinate all logistics for the ViQi team's attendance at trade shows and industry

• Plan and organize internal team events and get-togethers, both virtual and in-person.
• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion.
• Perform other administrative tasks as needed to support the CEO.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Scientific Background: A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field (e.g., Biology,

• Experience: Proven experience in an administrative, coordination, or support role (e.g.,

• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. You must be able

• Organization: Impeccable organizational and time-management skills, with a keen eye

• Tech-Savvy: High proficiency with modern productivity tools, including Google

• Independence: A proactive, self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently,

Desired Attributes

• Direct experience with outbound sales outreach, lead generation, or supporting a

• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., PipeDrive, Salesforce).
• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Based in or near Santa Barbara, CA.

Equal Opportunity

ViQi is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an
inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation,
national origin, disability, or veteran status.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to careers@viqiai.com. Include your last name and
“Executive Assistant” in the subject heading.