Preventive

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About the role Preventive is hiring a Head of Operations as our first dedicated ops hire. This person will build and run the operational backbone of the company—spanning facilities, lab operations, EHS, office management, vendors, and basic finance/admin—while being very hands-on in the day-to-day. You’ll work closely with the founders and scientific team to set up and maintain a high-functioning lab and office, keep the company running smoothly, and gradually build the systems, vendors, and processes that can scale as we grow. Key Responsibilities Company & operational infrastructure Own day-to-day operations across lab, office, and facilities. Set up simple systems for procurement, documentation, and core workflows. Manage vendors and service providers, including contracts and basic cost control Lab, facilities & EHS Coordinate lab/office build-out, equipment installs, and repairs. Oversee lab operations: inventories, service schedules, consumables, and cold-chain logistics. Own basic EHS/biosafety practices and coordination with landlords/insurers/inspectors. Office, people, recruiting & finance support Run office operations: supplies, access/badges, mail/shipping, and meeting spaces. Support recruiting and onboarding logistics (scheduling, travel, desk/laptop/badge setup). Help with culture/rituals (all-hands, small events) and clear internal communication. Support basic finance/admin: invoices, reimbursements, vendor setup, and bookkeeping coordination. Qualifications Minimum qualifications Describe the minimum qualifications required 5+ years of experience in operations in a science-driven startup or lab environment. Demonstrated ability to be a hands-on IC while also building simple, scalable systems and processes. Comfort owning facilities, lab, office, and vendor management end-to-end. Basic familiarity with finance/admin (invoices, vendor setup, reimbursements, working with bookkeepers/accountants). Strong project management, follow-through, and bias toward action; you like to see problems early and close loops. Excellent communication and organization skills; comfortable working closely with scientists and leadership in a fast-moving environment. Preferred qualifications Experience setting up new lab or office space (build-outs, moves, new equipment installs). Familiarity with lab operations and EHS basics (equipment purchasing/servicing, chemical/biological inventory, safety documentation). Experience as an early operations hire at a startup, or in a similarly ambiguous, build-from-scratch environment.