Pacagen (pacagen.com) is a house of brands focused on disrupting consumer industries through biotechnology-backed products built by our in-house research lab. We are actively incubating new technologies in the immune, inflammation, and consumer health spaces. Our first brand helps with allergies to pets and dust that >70K customers use in our second year on the market. Our second brand is launching in the summer of 2026.

We are a venture-funded startup and founded by experienced entrepreneurs who have built and sold nine-figure businesses before. We are backed by some of the best venture firms in the world (Maveron, Khosla Ventures, Mars) and are building a world-class team together to transform the consumer health industry as we know it.

We are seeking a proactive, passionate and detail-oriented individual to join our team and ensure the foundational systems of the Company run with surgical precision. You will work directly with our co-founders, who built one of the fastest-growing science-backed beauty brands of all time, and provide high-level administrative support to our leadership team. You will also assist with the day-to-day operations of the Company and be a trusted partner to all team members. Discretion, sound judgement, and the ability to handle confidential information are essential.

The best candidate for this role has a proven track record for clear communication, proactive problem solving, and a deep sense of ownership over all their endeavors. Our team is highly collaborative, so a successful team member will lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to learn. This role is for someone who actively enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is keen to take on larger responsibilities as the Company grows rapidly.

Responsibilities:

● Act as the primary liaison for insurance brokers, manage renewals and documentation for General Liability, Property Insurance, etc.

● Lead tax efforts in state filings, annual audits, and ensure the Company remains in good standing with regulatory authorities

● Oversee expenses and budgeting across the Company, finding areas to cut unnecessary expenses

● Leverage technology and available tools to streamline and improve administrative processes

● Plan and coordinate events as needed, acting as the primary point of contact for logistics, guests, venues, etc.

● High-level personal task management to ensure the leadership team’s mental overhead is minimized

Requirements:

● BS or BA in any field, with a proven track-record of high academic performance

● Ability to work independently and in a group environment

● Strong attention to detail with proven track record of high quality work

● Excellent written and verbal communication skills

● Strong project management skills, with an ability to adhere to deadlines

● Ability to prioritize efficiently, manage multiple demands, and meet tight deadlines

● Desire to continuously learn and improve self professionally

● Doesn’t take “good enough” as an answer

● Strong interest and passion for consumer products and our brands

Why work with us?

We’re a fast-paced start up that is using cutting-edge science to deliver life-changing consumer products. We only launch products we truly believe in and our team works hard to make sure we can get those products into the hands of people that need them most. You will be joining a passionate, caring, smart, and hard-working team supporting one another to deliver on the company’s bold mission. Working at Pacagen will be an exciting growth opportunity for your career. You’ll get exposure to world-class partners, mentors, and innovative people from every field.

Why NOT work with us?

Two reasons:

1. You’ll notice that the phrase “fast-paced” is in this job description multiple times. Building an amazing, profitable company in a few years is not easy and we aren’t here to pretend like it is (believe us, we’ve done this before). Startups can be stressful and are not made for everyone, but on the flip-side extremely rewarding. The best performers get a career boost more drastic than anything they could imagine, but not everyone is fit for the job.
2. We sincerely believe in our mission to improve our customer’s quality of life and deliver high-efficacy, cutting-edge products. Our team includes world-class scientists, experienced product developers, and avid product-lovers, all laser focused on delivering the best products on the market. If this doesn’t light you up, this role may not be the right fit.

Location: In-Person in New York City

Starting Date: June/July 2026

Please instead of applying through LinkedIn just directly email your resume and 3 sentences why you’re excited about our company to evanmzhao@gmail.com

We will not review applications done through the LinkedIn Portal and only respond to emails.