Research & Operations Virtual Assistant

We are a growing startup looking for a full-time Operations & Research Assistant to work closely with the founder on a wide range of projects.

This is a long-term, collaborative role. You will not be limited to one type of task. Instead, you will help research ideas, execute projects, coordinate with vendors, and present clear options so decisions can be made quickly.

You will often be given high-level or open-ended requests and asked to figure out the details, gather information, and come back with organized findings and recommendations.

What You’ll Be Doing:
- Research vendors, suppliers, manufacturers, and services
- Contact companies to request pricing, samples, timelines, and details
- Compare options and summarize findings clearly
- Assist with sourcing materials, packaging, and merchandise
- Handle one-off operational and purchasing tasks
- Help scope new ideas into actionable steps
- Support ongoing projects as the business grows
- Take ownership of tasks from start to finish

How We’ll Work Together:
- Daily communication via Slack
- Occasional quick messages via WhatsApp
- Regular check-ins and meetings as needed
- Direct collaboration with the founder
- Clear priorities, feedback, and support
- You will be treated as a core part of the team, not a background assistant.

This Role Is For Someone Who:
- Is highly resourceful and comfortable with ambiguity
- Enjoys researching and figuring things out independently
- Communicates clearly and concisely
- Is proactive and organized
- Wants a long-term role with growing responsibility

This Role Is Not For:
- Email-only or calendar-focused assistants
- Social media or customer support roles
- People who need step-by-step instructions for every task

To Apply: Please describe a time you were given a vague task or idea and how you researched it, organized your findings, and presented recommendations.