Who We Are

Vial is a hyper-scalable biotech company advancing programs into the clinic by leveraging dramatically cheaper trials and computationally designed therapeutics.

Our mission is to reimagine drug development in order to cure all human diseases. We have assembled a talented team of clinical operators, chemists, and innovative thinkers to achieve this vision.

Vial is fully remote and was founded by Simon Burns in October 2020. Since our founding, we have grown rapidly to a team of 50+ employees with over $100 million in funding from leading investors including General Catalyst, Box Group, and Byers Capital.

Vial is rebuilding the infrastructure to advance research. By deploying technology at every step, we are creating a more efficient future for drug discovery.

Why You’ll Love Working At Vial

Innate curiosity.

At our core, we embody an insatiable curiosity. Our journey into the realm of clinical trials was ignited by a firsthand understanding of the challenges involved. This innate curiosity drives us to constantly innovate, seek fresh ideas, and bring our vision of reimagining clinical trials to life.

Fostering autonomy.

Autonomy is our guiding principle. We firmly believe that when team members are entrusted with autonomy, they unleash their true potential. Our culture fosters an environment where each individual takes ownership of their domain, empowering them to make a profound impact.

The pursuit of mastery.

We are dedicated to cultivating mastery. We understand the value of honing expertise in a craft. The pursuit of mastery, coupled with a deep sense of pride in one's workmanship, fuels our unwavering commitment to tackle intricate challenges. At Vial, we foster a culture of highly autonomous professionals, each an expert in their field, collaborating on an immensely demanding endeavor together.

Move fast, stay humble.

Our strength lies in agility and humility. We firmly believe that intellectual honesty and a nimble mindset are the pillars of success. By staying adaptable and open-minded to all solutions, we tackle obstacles head-on, remaining humble in the face of adversity. This enables us to surmount the hurdles that confront us at every twist and turn.

What You'll Do

Join the Strategy & Operations team to support execution of core business workflows. You’ll work cross-functionally to build systems that track outcomes, streamline processes, and enable faster decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and update internal databases (Notion, project trackers, activity logs)

• Support meeting prep by capturing action items and outcomes

• Analyze project data to highlight progress, blockers, and trends

• Draft simple reports and dashboards for leadership visibility

• Assist with process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Will Bring

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Clear communication and ability to collaborate across teams

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, startup-like environment

• Proactive mindset with willingness to “own” projects end-to-end

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Notion or other project management tools

• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets

• Interest in biotech, healthcare, or technology operations

• Prior internship or project experience in business operations, consulting, or analytics a plus