Contract Scientific Recruiter

TL;DR

Contract Scientific Recruiter (Biopharma): Identify, attract, and hire scientific talent across R&D and Clinical Development with an accent on full-cycle recruitment, proactive talent pipelines, and engaging passive candidates in competitive biotech/pharma markets. Focus on building recruitment strategies and market intelligence while partnering with hiring managers and HR to deliver strong candidate experiences.

Company

hirify.global develops medicines with a focus on fighting cancer.

What you will do

• Develop creative sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill scientific roles, including direct sourcing, networking, and external search firms.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for scientific and technical positions across R&D and Clinical Development.
• Build and maintain proactive talent pipelines using LinkedIn Recruiter, professional networks, conferences, publications, referrals, and talent mapping.
• Partner with hiring managers on talent needs, organizational structure, and workforce planning priorities.
• Provide market intelligence on talent availability, compensation trends, and competitor activity.
• Partner with HR and Compensation teams on offer development and negotiation.

Requirements

• Location: Onsite in San Carlos, CA (hybrid role)
• At least 5 years of recruiting experience in the Biopharma industry across multiple functions.
• Experience leading recruitment activities and developing recruitment strategies, marketing plans, policies, and programs.
• Strong communication and presentation skills; ability to build credibility and influence across all organizational levels.
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS); Workday experience is a plus.
• Experience working in a global environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Values-driven environment focused on Patients First, Driving Excellence, Bold Ingenuity, and Collaborative Spirit.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
• 401(k) and eligibility for annual bonus/incentive compensation depending on role type.
• Employee equity opportunity via discretionary equity awards and optional Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Hiring process

• Recruiter shares location-specific compensation details during the hiring process.
• Interviews and evaluation of recruiting strategy, communication, and full-cycle talent acquisition experience.

Location: San Carlos, CA (hybrid; onsite required)

Salary Range: $91,600.00 - $121,600.00 per hour