Jobs in San Mateo County, CA

Summary:

Our client is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on building the

leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. Their approach centers

on developing and refining gene editing and delivery technologies to create effective,

safe treatments. At the core of their work is homology directed repair (HDR), a

proprietary method that allows us to make precise, predictable, and efficient changes to

specific DNA sequences.

By leveraging natural repair processes evolved over time, they maximize safety and

accuracy, enabling a broad range of therapeutic strategies. This foundation supports

their diverse portfolio of HDR-based programs aimed at delivering life-long cures for

serious diseases.

Their first clinical trial, is now approaching Phase II with a novel technology treating

Severe Sickle Cell Disease. Based on Phase 1 data from our first- and best-in-class

true gene correction, they anticipate momentum in the clinical trial with feedback from

FDA on our path towards regulatory approval.

Role:

A high-caliber and detail-oriented Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to

support the execution of the NEW clinical trial, a core clinical program advancing

the company's autologous gene therapy. This is a critical role within our growing

Clinical Operations organization.

As a CRA, you will be responsible for making sure clinical trial sites operate in full

compliance with protocol requirements, regulatory standards, and company's

quality expectations, while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and data

integrity.

This role is designed for a proactive operator who excels in the operational complexities

associated with advanced therapeutic modalities. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-

paced startup environment where precision, strong site partnerships, and early

identification of operational risks are essential to successful trial execution.

By overseeing day-to-day site monitoring activities, maintaining inspection-ready

documentation, monitor and verify site compliance with chain-of-identity (COI) and

chain-of-custody (COC) procedures associated with the autologous gene therapy

workflow, and promptly escalate deviations, the CRA plays a vital role in supporting the

successful execution of the NEW study.

Through disciplined site oversight and data quality management, this role enables the

clinical team to generate reliable data and advance company's clinical development

efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

Site Monitoring & Oversight:

o Conduct site qualification, initiation, monitoring (on‑site and remote), and

close‑out visits per the monitoring plan and risk‑based monitoring approach.

o Ensure compliance with protocol, ICH‑GCP, regulatory requirements, and

company SOPs.

o Perform source data review/verification and ensure documentation supports

clinical endpoints.

o Monitor site performance metrics and drive corrective actions with the Clinical

Trial Manager.

Participant Protection & Informed Consent:

o Verify informed consent is properly obtained and documented.

o Ensure ongoing compliance with updated consent forms and protocol

amendments.

o Confirm participant rights, safety, and confidentiality are maintained.

Autologous Gene Therapy Execution (COI/COC):

o Monitor adherence to chain‑of‑identity and chain‑of‑custody processes.

o Oversee compliance with apheresis/cell collection workflows and shipment

procedures.

o Ensure proper handling of temperature‑controlled and cryogenic shipments.

o Coordinate with manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain teams to align

collection and infusion schedules.

Investigational Product ' Materials Accountability:

o Ensure accurate accountability of investigational materials and ancillary

supplies.

o Verify storage conditions, temperature logs, and excursion management.

o Confirm documentation of product receipt, reconciliation, and

return/destruction where applicable.

Data Quality & Systems:

o Review EDC entries for completeness and accuracy.

o Resolve queries with sites and data management.

o Ensure timely and accurate safety reporting including SAEs.

Documentation & Inspection Readiness:

o Ensure investigator site files and trial master file documentation are complete

and inspection ready.

o Maintain accurate monitoring reports and follow‑up documentation.

o Support audit and regulatory inspection readiness activities.

Site Relationship Management & Training:

o Serve as the primary monitoring contact for assigned clinical sites.

o Provide training on protocol procedures, amendments, and operational

workflows.

o Build strong working relationships while maintaining compliance standards.

Qualifications:

Education:

o Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, nursing, pharmacy, or related field

required. Advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

o 3+ years of clinical monitoring experience in biotech, pharma, or CRO

environments.

o Experience with cell therapy, gene therapy, oncology, or rare disease trials

preferred.

o Experience coordinating complex clinical logistics or centralized

manufacturing models is a plus.

The right candidate will have:

o Strong understanding of ICH‑GCP and regulatory requirements.

o Experience with EDC, CTMS, and electronic Trial Master File systems.

o Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

o Ability to collaborate effectively across clinical, regulatory, manufacturing, and

supply chain teams.

Compensation:

The expected base salary range for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our client offers highly competitive equity participation, a performance-based incentive program, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and professional growth.

We are seeking an experienced retail and/or luxury professional to lead our buying and operations function for a high-end, multi-brand retail environment in the San Francisco Bay Area. This is an in-person leadership role that offers direct exposure to small business entrepreneurship within the luxury retail space.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the buying and operations function, including seasonal buys and inventory planning
• Maintain and grow relationships with premium and luxury brand partners and vendors
• Oversee seasonal order placement, allocations, and delivery tracking
• Create and analyze sales, inventory, and performance reports to inform merchandising and buying decisions
• Manage and support e-commerce operations, ensuring alignment between in-store and online assortments
• Partner with leadership to optimize operational processes across retail and digital channels
• Support POS and backend operations using Shopify or a comparable platform

Qualifications

• Prior experience in luxury or specialty retail, buying, or retail operations
• Strong working knowledge of contemporary and luxury designer brands
• Proficiency with Shopify or comparable POS/e-commerce systems
• Highly organized, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial retail environment

Additional Details

• In-person role based in the greater San Francisco Bay Area
• Opportunity to travel to key markets such as New York and Paris
• Competitive compensation package including:
• Base salary
• Commission
• Store discount
• Health insurance

VP of Sourcing

SAUSALITO, CA (hybrid)

Serena and Lily is seeking a VP of Sourcing to join our team in Sausalito, California. This role will report to the CFO / COO and will have direct reports to mentor and guide. We are looking for an individual with experience as the head of a department; and who has strong knowledge in sourcing, production, and product development. You will lead and continue to advance S&L’s sourcing strategy. You will manage information across functions, leading and working closely with all cross-functional partners. Each day can range from small tasks to building large strategies for this role.

The ideal candidate is a strong and motivational leader, a strategic thinker, a collaborative cross-functional partner, and a reliable team player. You must also have a strong business acumen, an impressive work ethic, advanced presentation skills, a deep understanding and appreciation for the S&L customer, and a sincere commitment to the development of your direct reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee sourcing teams and strategies across multiple categories or business units.
• Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage supplier partnerships and drive cost savings, efficiency, and innovation.
• Determine company-wide sourcing policies while partnering with senior leadership
• Works directly with Agents/Vendors in all product categories. Vendors range from overseas to domestic importers.
• Managing and onboarding Domestic or Direct Import US vendors to suit Serena & Lily’s packaging, labeling, and operations processes.
• Optimize sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency.
• Manage Calendar & timelines w/ cross-functional teams and vendors/agents to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Manage compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including sustainability and ethical sourcing guidelines
• Evaluate current supplier portfolio and introduce new suppliers to balance the sourcing matrix with strategic goals for growth.
• Close working partnership with Design, Merchandising, Planning and DC.
• Leadership – pro-actively mentor, train, guide, and support the sourcing team.
• Implement operation efficiencies and adapt quickly to changes.
• Define a clear people development vision that aligns with the organization’s goals. This includes identifying the skills, competencies, and leadership qualities required for future success.
• Succession Planning - encourage tailored development plans that address specific needs of individuals while aligning them with the broader organizational strategy

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 10 years in Sourcing and Production Role.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in managing teams and complex supplier negotiations.
• Knowledge in product sourcing internationally as well as domestically.
• Understanding of raw material properties, fabric, embroidery, construction, and finishes.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong negotiation, financial reporting and quantitative analysis skills.
• Strong capacity planning and production management capabilities.
• Knowledge of product packaging, quality assurance and product testing.
• Logistics and supply chain management and coordination experience.
• Effective communicator with internal and external parties, must have the ability to work in/with cross functional teams.
• Proactive approach to problem solving, adapt quickly to changes.
• Demonstrates high level of organization and can quickly reprioritize based on the needs of the business.
• Detail oriented and driven by deadlines and high sense of urgency.
• Ability to manage production to the master calendar.
• Must be willing to accommodate off hours/overseas meetings.
• Travel required.
• Proficient reading, written and verbal language skills (English).
• Multi-cultural awareness and respect.
• College Degree required.

COMPENSATION:

• $250k-$300k per year is the anticipated starting base pay for this role. This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, education, and skills.
• Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily’s benefits. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.

Recruitment Specialist

We are seeking a passionate and results-oriented Recruitment Specialist to join our team. If you are dedicated to deeply understanding business needs, excel in talent sourcing, and are skilled at guiding candidates through the entire journey from initial contact to onboarding and integration, we look forward to your application. You will become a strategic partner to business units, playing a key role in attracting top talent for our company.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Proactively communicate with department heads to deeply understand talent needs. Lead the development of accurate candidate personas and compelling job descriptions, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

2. Manage and optimize existing recruitment channels (e.g., LinkedIn, job boards, employee referrals). Proactively explore and develop new, efficient talent pipelines to help enhance the company's employer brand image in the talent market.

3. Utilize advanced sourcing techniques (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter tools) to identify active and passive candidates. Demonstrate excellent resume screening and phone interviewing skills to ensure the recommendation of high-quality, well-matched candidates to hiring teams.

4. Professionally coordinate and schedule all rounds of interviews. Throughout the recruitment process, provide candidates with a smooth, transparent, and positive communication experience, showcasing the company's professionalism.

5. Fully manage the process from offer issuance to onboarding procedures. Proactively follow up on new employee probation periods, collaborate with department managers to ensure smooth integration, and help improve employee retention rates.

6. Regularly track, analyze, and report key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, channel effectiveness, offer acceptance rate). Use data-driven insights to continuously optimize recruitment strategies and operational efficiency.

Requirements:

1. Experience: Bachelor's degree or above. Minimum of 3 years of full-time recruitment experience. In-house/corporate recruitment experience is preferred.

2. Stability & Professionalism: Stable career history with an average tenure of over 1 years per company. Possess a high sense of responsibility and professional ethics.

3. Core Competencies:

(1)    Business Acumen: Ability to quickly understand business goals and the core requirements of different positions.

(2)    Communication & Influence: Excellent communication, coordination, and negotiation skills, adept at collaborating effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

(3)    Results-Driven: Strong sense of ownership, clear goal orientation, capable of independently managing and completing the full recruitment cycle.

(4)    Data-Driven Mindset: Possess basic data interpretation skills, able to extract actionable insights from recruitment data.

4. Preferred Qualifications: Recruitment experience in specific domains (e.g., Sales, Marketing, etc.); Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS); Involvement in employer branding initiatives or campus recruitment programs.

Assistant Designer, Textiles

SAUSALITO, CA

Serena & Lily is searching for an Assistant Textiles Designer to join our tight knit Design Team at our Sausalito Headquarters. Our ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, is eager to learn and brings to the table a technical skill set that will allow them to hit the ground running. This role is responsible for assisting in all textile developments ensuring that quality, accuracy and on time execution are paramount from concept to production. This role reports into the Senior Designer. Product development is collaborative and tactile so ability to work in person is imperative.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the development of all textile categories.
• Create design specifications for seasonal collections across products including bedding, bath, beach, and other soft goods.
• Produce scaled renderings in Photoshop for visual presentations.
• Translate creative concepts into precise, technically accurate specifications.
• Develop layouts and adapt original artwork to suit textile product requirements.
• Build and maintain BOMs and technical specifications in Backbone PLM.
• Partner with factories and agents to ensure product quality and consistency throughout the development cycle.
• Review lab dips, strike-offs, and development samples with a sharp eye for detail, ensuring accuracy against specs and cohesion with existing product lines.
• Manage product development submissions and maintain fabric libraries.
• Assist with seasonal assortment reviews and presentation setups.
• Identify opportunities for innovation in production techniques, materials, and design processes.
• Research new ideas, materials, and trims to inspire and support seasonal concepts.
• Monitor market trends and competitive activity to inform product direction.
• Stay organized and up to date with calendar deadlines and milestone changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• BFA in Textile Design, Fashion Design, or related field.
• 1-3 years’ experience in textile design, fashion design or product development.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Detail Oriented – from producing technically accurate specs to evaluating color, you have an eye for detail and commitment to quality
• Quick Learner and a self-starter – seeking assistance when faced with challenges and finding the right resources to finish tasks.
• Highly organized – thrives in fast past environments by keeping a meticulous eye on all the balls in the air at one time, able to anticipate the next step and effectively self-manage their time.
• Problem Solver – you see a problem, and you solve it. Highly adaptable in a dynamic environment.
• An ability to listen well and follow direction, asking for clarity when needed.
• Team player – ready to lend a hand, no matter the task
• You build strong and mutually respectful cross functional relationships

COMPENSATION:

• $75-85k per year is the anticipated starting base pay for this role. This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, education, and skills.
• Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily’s benefits. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.

Inventory Planning Coordinator

(Hybrid - Sausalito, CA)

Serena & Lily is searching for an Inventory Planning Coordinator for our fast-growing multi-channel retail business at our beautiful Sausalito Headquarters. Inventory Planning Coordinators provide overall support to our Inventory team by monitoring purchase orders, inventory levels, and backorders. The ideal candidate is extremely detail-oriented, interested in retail, and excited by the opportunity to build and improve processes at a quickly growing company.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Write and revise purchase orders.
• Maintain log of all purchase order confirmations and cancellations.
• Communicate changes to vendors and agents as needed.
• Follow up with vendors to change purchase order ship dates.
• Track orders and update ETAs for customer care team accordingly.
• Prepare and distribute weekly sales reports to team internally.
• Closely manage backordered sales orders to provide regular updates to customer care team.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• 1-2 years of relevant work experience
• Self-starter and able to take initiative depending on changes in the business.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills.
• Eager to work in a collaborative and fast paced environment.
• Strong financial analysis and Excel skills (or ability to learn quickly).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience with Netsuite preferred.

This position is hybrid, coming into the office 3 days per week

COMPENSATION:

• $70-75K depending on experience
• Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily’s benefits. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.

OVERVIEW

As a leader in the Retail Merchandising team, you will lead and motivate the team responsible for curating merchandise assortment and presenting our product in the most inspiring way in our boutiques for our clients. As the Director, Merchandising, you will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement across the region through strategic planning, inspirational leadership, and robust partnership with cross-functional partners. And, with people at the heart of everything you do, you will support your high-potential people to grow rewarding careers at Aritzia—while enjoying one yourself.