Events Manager

Convergent Research is a non-profit science studio best known for pioneering the Focused Research Organization (FRO). We architect pivotal infrastructure that removes bottlenecks to breakthrough scientific research.
FROs are a new operating model for science that ensures rapid iteration cycles and high-throughput learning. Convergent secures funding and provides an operational backbone for counterfactual R&D, creating space for scientists to do what they do best. FRO teams are agile, creative, and risk-tolerant as a result. They make fast progress because they start and stay focused.
About the Role
At Convergent Research, we don’t just hold events—we craft experiences that spark ideas, build community, and, occasionally, make science feel like magic. From high-stakes CEO retreats to casual-yet-strategic community dinners, our events are where the future of research takes shape.
We need someone who doesn’t just plan events but designs them with intention. Someone who can take a vague, “We should probably have a thing for that,” and transform it into a seamless, impactful gathering that people will still be talking about months later. You’ll be our go-to expert on when an event is the right tool for the job, and you’ll handle everything from high-level strategy to the tiniest (but critical) details—like making sure the AV works, the gluten-free options don’t taste like cardboard, and our VIPs have just the right level of privacy.
You’ll be the architect of our event ecosystem. Whether it’s an intimate dinner, a multi-day summit, or a virtual convening, you’ll design and execute with precision, care, and just enough flair to make things feel special. You’ll manage all the moving parts—venues, vendors, logistics, budgets, contracts—so our team and guests can focus on the science, the ideas, and the connections.

You are

• A strategic thinker – You design events from first principles, ensuring every choice (venue, format, activities) aligns with the event’s purpose.
• An execution powerhouse – You don’t just make plans; you make them happen. You move fast, stay organized, and keep a clear handle on every moving piece.
• Experienced and detail-obsessed – You sweat the small stuff because you know it makes all the difference. From seating arrangements to the timing of coffee breaks, you ensure every element is intentional.
• A proactive problem solver – When things go sideways (because at some point, they will), you stay cool under pressure and find creative solutions in real-time.
• An expert at guest experience – You …