Overview of Andelyn Biosciences

Andelyn Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) focused on advancing novel gene therapies from concept to commercialization. Located in the heart of Columbus, OH, the company has expanded to three buildings with more than 250,000 combined square feet of space.  The Andelyn Corporate Center (ACC) is dedicated to cGMP manufacturing, the Andelyn Development Center (ADC) for preclinical non-cGMP activities, and the Andelyn Plasmid Center (APC) for research and cGMP plasmid production.

Our Values are founded in our origin story.

The name “Andelyn” is a hybrid of two gene therapy patients who participated in pivotal Phase I clinical trials at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Andrew received the first U.S. investigational gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in 2006. Evelyn received experimental gene therapy for spinal muscular atrophy in 2015. “Andelyn” combines their names to represent all the families who have courageously participated in the research that makes today’s gene therapies possible. 

 

Through this journey, we have been able to accelerate the development and manufacturing of innovative therapies to bring more treatments to more patients. We are Pioneering Solutions that Turn Hope into Reality™ through our ACCTSions.

 

ACCOUNTABLE in our actions.

CURIOUS to discover.

COMPASSIONATE in our thinking.         

TRUSTWORTHY in our communications.

SUPPORTIVE of one another.

 

Employees are expected to perform the following essential functions under the framework of our ACCTSions.

 

What you will do.

The Paralegal will be responsible for assisting with the drafting and preparation of various corporate documents, commercial contracts, and other word processing tasks; interacting with Andelyn business units and other Andelyn stakeholders; management of files, documents, deadlines, and corporate records; organizing meetings, events and conference planning as well as coordinating logistics and technology issues as needed. 

 

  • Provide administrative support by conducting research, proofreading, preparing reports, PowerPoint presentations, meeting planning, file management, billing tasks, and maintaining calendars.
  • Gather, compile, and verify information and enter it accurately into documents such as reports, presentations, forms, and/or enterprise systems such as databases or spreadsheets.
  • Prepare, review, format, edit, and maintain contracts, term sheets, and corporate documents under the supervision of Corporate Counsel.
  • Receive, coordinate and prioritize inquiries from executives and managers on behalf of the Legal Department.
  • Prepare routine correspondence and contract documentation to ensure timely execution.
  • Perform contract closeout activities, including informing the appropriate stakeholders that a contract has been signed.
  • Track and manage critical dates for corporate filings and submissions.
  • Help prepare Board materials and other presentation documents from Executive and legal team members.
  • With Corporate Counsel supervision, responsible for the management of legal review intake process and the Company’s contract management system.
  • Assist Legal Department with designing, building, and improving policies and procedures.
  • Assist attorneys in the development of training, contract templates, benchmarking, and best-practice methodologies.
  • Participates as a team member on departmental-related business improvement assignments and projects as needed.
  • Arrange for travel and submit the travel and other expense reimbursements as needed.
  • Assist the legal team in designing, building, and improving legal department processes to keep up with hyper-growth.
  • Implement the Andelyn culture via openness for change and new ideas, cooperative teamwork, and continuous improvement even outside the own area of responsibility.
  • Exercise discretion, judgment, and personal responsibility
  • Demonstrate a high level of integrity
  • Maintain a positive attitude
  • Attention to detail in all job functions
  • Performs in accordance with established policies, procedures, and techniques and requires training common experience or working knowledge related to the tasks performed
  • Identifies problems and proposes solutions
  • Works in a diverse and collaborative team environment utilizing clear communication to deliver high productivity and contributes to the success of team and goals
  • Assist Corporate Counsel carry out and maintain various corporate compliance functions, to include performing restricted party screenings.
  • Make decisions based on established procedures
  • Responsible for facilitating department and budget approvals and outside counsel invoices and payments.
  • Perform additional related tasks and/or special projects as needed. May require some travel.

 

 

What you bring to the team.

  • Bachelor’s degree or Associates Degree required; Paralegal Certificate from an accredited institution a plus.
  • At least three (3) years (5 yrs. preferred) of experience in a corporate legal department, law firm, or government agency, including experience with the preparation and administration of contracts.
  • Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and adjust as priorities change
  • Exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to organize and maintain files, manage diverse assignments and projects, exercise judgment and decision making in prioritization of multiple deadlines.
  • Proficient in reviewing and analyzing contracts and other legal documents.
  • At least three (3) years (5 yrs. preferred) of experience handling and/or maintaining highly confidential or sensitive information.
  • Superior attention to detail in all work products.
  • Dynamic, self-starter with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and improve processes and collaborate on a team towards accomplishing corporate goals.
  • Ability to complete complex tasks quickly with little to no guidance and react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround.
  • Must be skilled in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) including data interpretation and reporting
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a diverse and inclusive work environment.
  • Must possess a client-focused mindset in daily tasks.
  • Must possess prior experience handling confidential information and the ability to maintain confidentiality

What you can expect when working at Andelyn.

  • The pride of contributing to the development and manufacturing of life-saving therapies.
  • The invaluable experience of being a part of building the foundation of a new organization.
  • The opportunity to work alongside experts who have over 10 years in the gene therapy field.
  • Competitive compensation
  • Eligible on day one for medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with basic vision at 100% company-paid
  • 160 hours of Paid Time Off annually
  • 11 Company Paid Holidays plus 2 floating holidays annually.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Match
  • Company Paid short and long-term disability.
  • 4 weeks of Paid Parental Leave for birth and adoption
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Assistance
  • Company Paid LinkedIn Learning access.
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Flexible work options (role specific)

 

Andelyn Biosciences embraces diversity and is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or another legally protected status. As an organization, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone ACCTS.