QuidelOrtho unites the strengths of Quidel Corporation and Ortho Clinical Diagnostics, creating a world-leading in vitro diagnostics company with award-winning expertise in immunoassay and molecular testing, clinical chemistry and transfusion medicine. We are more than 6,000 strong and do business in over 130 countries, providing answers with fast, accurate and consistent testing where and when they are needed most - home to hospital, lab to clinic.

Our culture puts our team members first and prioritizes actions that support happiness, inspiration and engagement. We strive to build meaningful connections with each other as we believe that employee happiness and business success are linked. Join us in our mission to transform the power of diagnostics into a healthier future for all.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a highly organized, proactive Executive Assistant to support the Sr. Executive Assistant to the President and CEO as well as the Executive Vice President of R&D, Chief Technology Officer.

The position is based in the company's global headquarters in San Diego, CA, reports to the Sr. Executive Assistant and offers the right candidate a unique opportunity to be onboarded by and work closely with the C-Suite Sr. Executive Assistants The individual must be a self-driven, collaborator who can coordinate and respond to multiple priorities and shifting demands while maintaining the sense of urgency and calm that the executives and department requires. The Executive Assistant approaches work with immediacy and a can-do mindset, taking complete ownership and accountability for all aspects and duties of the role. The individual is required to think analytically, exercise sound judgment and discretion and assess and resolve complex situations, with the guidance of the Sr. Executive Assistants.

The Responsibilities

• Assist Sr. Executive Assistant in managing onsite needs for the President and CEO and tasks as assigned, e.g., EBR (Executive Business Reviews) logistics, including room bookings, catering, and technical support as well as complex group travel, etc.

• Coordinates day-to-day operational and administrative activities of the EVP of R&D and CTO to include: maintaining calendars; keep executives apprised of high visibility upcoming meetings or upcoming deadlines; support executives in preparing for meetings (agenda, pre-read materials, etc.); organizes and schedules meetings and offsite events; coordinates training, travel arrangements, and processes expense reports; organizes and prioritizes incoming flow of administrative work (actions items, due dates, etc.)

• Owns coordination activities for the R&D team meetings, including facilitating Leadership Meetings, Town Halls, Social Events across sites, etc.

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality

• A combination of experience in supporting a VP level or head of a major corporate function is highly preferred

• Demonstrated prior experience in communicating with executive leadership teams

• Top-level professional writing and excellent oral communication skills required

• Self-motivated, highly organized with extreme attention to detail.

• Demonstrated prior experience and proven track record in the management of projects, deadlines and processes, especially in dynamic matrix organizations

• A skillful collaborator and team player

• Ability to convey content in a concise manner

• Ability to operate through a sphere of influence

• Ability to take immediate, effective action in high-pressure situations

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information and development of material

• Expert experience with Ariba, Concur, executive/VIP level travel services

• Proficient with MS Office, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel Teams and SharePoint

• Ability to travel 10-15% to local offices and other major sites in the US is required.

Work Environment

Typical office environment. Ability to file, type, and answer the phone. Ability to work flexible hours depending on projects and executive being supported.

No strenuous physical activity, though occasional light lifting of files and related materials (up to 10 lbs.) is required. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit. Occasionally required to reach, climb or balance. On a typical day, 80% of time is spent at the desk, on the phone, or working at the computer; 20% in meetings or interacting with team members.

The salary range for this position takes into account a wide range of factors including education, experience, knowledge, skills, geography, and abilities of the candidate, in addition to internal equity and alignment with market data. At QuidelOrtho, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The salary range for this position is $57,000 to $98,000. QuidelOrtho offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with a 401(k) plan, employee assistance program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off (including sick time), and paid Holidays. All benefits are non-contractual, and QuidelOrtho may amend, terminate, or enhance the benefits provided, as it deems appropriate.

QuidelOrtho believes in Equal Opportunity for all and is committed to ensuring all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, have an opportunity to apply for those positions that they are interested in and qualify for without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. QuidelOrtho is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals so that an individual can perform the duties. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and require special assistance or an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please contact us at recruiting@quidelortho.com.