[Remote] Recruiter

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sabin Vaccine Institute is a non-profit organization focused on making vaccines more accessible and advancing research. They are seeking an experienced Recruiter to manage the full recruitment cycle for scientific roles within their Research & Development team, emphasizing talent acquisition in the life sciences sector.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full-cycle recruitment process for R&D teams across various scientific groups, including CMC, nonclinical, clinical, regulatory, quality and project management
• Collaborate with hiring managers and department leaders to understand team needs and create tailored recruitment strategies to meet those needs
• Source, attract, and evaluate candidates through a combination of methods, including job boards, LinkedIn, professional networks, and direct outreach
• Conduct initial pre-screenings, in-depth interviews, and assessments to ensure candidates meet technical requirements and organizational cultural
• Partner with Senior Director, HR and the hiring manager to refine job descriptions, interview processes, and candidate pipelines
• Maintain and manage recruitment activities in the applicant tracking system (e.g., Paylocity), ensuring up-to-date and accurate tracking of candidate progress and hiring status
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline for current and future openings
• Stay current on industry trends and talent pools within the vaccine, biotech, and pharmaceutical sectors
• Represent the company at job fairs, networking events, and conferences to promote the employer brand and attract top talent
• Provide a positive candidate experience through effective communication and feedback throughout the hiring process
• May assist with the recruitment process of non-R&D positions that support R&D (such as finance, grants & contracts), if needed
• Provide backup coverage for new hire orientation, ensuring a smooth and welcoming onboarding experience when primary coverage is unavailable
• Coordinate with HR team members, hiring managers, and internal stakeholders to support onboarding logistics and timely completion of pre-employment and orientation activities
• Support broader talent acquisition initiatives and programs, such as process improvements, employer branding efforts, workforce planning, and recruitment metrics, as assigned

Skills

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a recruiter with a strong focus on life sciences, (biotech, or pharmaceutical industries); experience with vaccine R&D a plus
• Proven experience in hiring R&D teams, including roles in scientific research, R&D engineering, clinical development, and related fields
• Familiarity with the product development process
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with candidates and internal stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to manage multiple requisitions in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong sourcing skills using both traditional and creative methods to attract passive candidates
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Bachelor's degree in related field preferred
• Familiarity with Paylocity software for candidate tracking and management is highly preferred

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