Chief of Staff
Instance is pioneering large-scale synthetic DNA production to unlock the next revolution in biological products.
Our breakthrough platform enables AI-generated molecules to be physically produced and tested at scale, accelerating innovation in fields from sustainability to human health.
Role Summary
We seek a driven Chief of Staff to partner directly with our leadership team. You will lead the operational rhythm of the company, drive strategic initiatives, and ensure that our story, mission, and infrastructure scale alongside our rapid growth.
Responsibilities
Shape and communicate Instance’s vision and company narrative
Lead OKR planning and refine processes for hiring and goal tracking
Support financial planning alongside CFO/CEO; automate payables and receivables
Strengthen supplier partnerships and manage capital equipment purchases
Drive investor relations: updates, reporting, pitch deck maintenance
Develop dashboards and metrics for go-to-market (GTM) initiatives
Collaborate cross-functionally and own projects that scale company impact
Qualifications
5–10 years in operational/chief of staff roles at high-growth tech or startup environments
Excellent written, verbal, and data storytelling skills
Track record of building new business processes from scratch
Strong bias for rapid prototyping and iteration
Comfort navigating ambiguity and driving critical decisions
Experience working across diverse, interdisciplinary teams
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