Associate of Investor Relations/Corporate Communications

THE COMPANY

89bio is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the development of best-in-class therapies for patients with liver and cardiometabolic diseases who lack optimal treatment options. The company is focused on rapidly advancing its lead candidate, pegozafermin, through Phase 3 clinical development for the treatment of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) and severe hypertriglyceridemia (SHTG). Pegozafermin is a specifically engineered, potentially best-in-class fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21) analog with unique glycoPEGylated technology that optimizes biological activity through an extended half-life. The company is headquartered in San Francisco.

THE ROLE

Reporting to the VP of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications, the Associate, Investor Relations & Corporate Communications will be on-site in our San Francisco office at least two days per week, with up to 10% travel for investor meetings, conferences, and roadshows. This individual will collaborate with Finance, Clinical, Legal, Commercial, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, HR, and external consultants to produce investor materials, assist in managing corporate messaging, and maintain cohesive stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable engaging in a fast-paced biotech environment.

SPECIAL ADVISORY

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THE RESPONSIBILITIES

Investor Relations

• Assist in drafting, editing, and refining investor-facing documents such as presentations, quarterly earnings materials, and press releases, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Help plan and execute investor events, including conferences and roadshows, managing logistics and follow-up.
• Track industry trends, competitor developments, and market research to support targeted investor communications.
• Work with internal teams to ensure compliance with disclosure requirements and the precise representation of clinical and financial data.

Corporate Communications

• Create, edit, and proofread corporate messaging for press releases, website updates, and announcements, maintaining brand consistency and strategic alignment.
• Collaborate with HR and other stakeholders to develop and disseminate internal company news that fosters transparency and engagement.
• Coordinate with external agencies on digital media efforts, ensuring messaging aligns with the company’s broader narrative and objectives.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Document inquiries and feedback from investors, analysts, and other external parties, facilitating timely follow-up and information gathering.
• Support the planning and coordination of investor days, one-on-one meetings, and other engagement activities to highlight clinical progress and strategic direction.
• Partner with Clinical, Commercial, Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and other teams to gather insights and maintain unified, accurate messaging organization-wide.

Project Management & Administration

• Maintain calendars, timelines, and deliverables for IR and corporate communications projects, applying a detail-oriented approach to prioritization.
• Organize and update internal files, investor contacts, and corporate materials, ensuring efficient record-keeping and easy access.
• Coordinate agendas, materials, and follow-up for cross-functional meetings, ensuring accountability and alignment.
• Contribute to reports that summarize investor feedback, market sentiment, and project metrics for leadership review.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Communications, Life Sciences, or a related field (advanced degree a plus).
• 2–4 years of experience in investor relations, corporate communications, finance, or a related field; biotech or life sciences background preferred.
• Familiarity with Phase III clinical trial processes and broader pharmaceutical or biotech operations is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint) and strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal abilities, with a proven capacity to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and committed to protecting sensitive information.
• Self-starter who can work both independently and in cross-functional teams.

SALARY & LEVEL

89bio considers a range of factors when determining salary and level. These considerations mean actual salary and level may vary. The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location for this position in Northern California is $115,000 - $130,000.

89bio’s role/level assessment approach involves assessing candidates during the interview process before confirming the level/title designation. The level assessment is considered on a case-by-case basis. Offer and level is based on factors such as:

education, experience, qualifications, geographic location, transferable skills, licenses/certifications and other job-related factors permitted by law.

THE PERKS

• Competitive health insurance coverage
• Generous PTO allowance
• 401k match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Commuter Benefits
• Women's forum / mentoring
• Office based in the heart of San Francisco, near plenty of shops and restaurants
• Fun opportunities to engage with co-workers in-person and remotely

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Background investigations are required for all positions by 89bio, consistent with applicable law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or based on disability.

89bio is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, 89bo will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.

Notice to Recruiters: To protect the interest of all parties, 89bio does not accept unsolicited resumes and we ask that employees, hiring managers and executives not be contacted directly. All recruitment is managed through the 89bio Talent Acquisition Team.

Salary : $115,000 - $130,000