Talent Acquisition Consultant at Kardigan

Princeton, New Jersey, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

100.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Strategy, Sourcing Strategies, Biotech, Life Sciences, Cardiovascular Therapeutics, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Analytical Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, HRIS Tools, Detail-Oriented, Organizational Skills, Team Collaboration, Market Data Analysis, Networking

Industry

Description

About Us Kardigan is a heart health company working to make cardiovascular disease preventable, curable and no longer the leading cause of death in the world. It is Kardigan’s mission to develop multiple targeted treatments in parallel that bring people with cardiovascular diseases to the cures they deserve. Led by Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, M.D. and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., Kardigan’s co-founders have reunited after leading MyoKardia to discover and develop mavacamten, the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, resulting in an acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020. We have a cutting-edge discovery and translational research platform, a pipeline of late-stage candidates, and an industry-leading team that is driven to improve the lives of patients. At Kardigan, we are motivated by our values which guide how we work, interact, and achieve our goals. Driven by patients and their families, we are deeply committed to improving the lives of patients and prioritizing their needs above all else. We believe in being authentic—leading with truth to bring out the best in others by creating an environment where every person knows they will be fully accepted. With an eagerness to learn, we encourage the highest levels of curiosity and are open to changing our minds. We are committed to winning as a team with urgency, excellence, and intention, and support each other no matter what role we play or where we sit. Lastly, we strive to enable the impossible because patients are counting on us. We are not afraid to take risks to unlock innovation and advance scientific discoveries. These values are the foundation of our work, empowering us to make a real difference, every day. Role is based in Princeton, NJ and expected to come onsite up to 4 days per week Job Overview As the Talent Acquisition Consultant, you will lead and manage the full recruitment lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to source, engage, and hire top talent for key roles across our organization. In addition to traditional recruiting duties, you will play a key role in building and optimizing our talent acquisition processes, developing sourcing strategies, and managing strategic talent acquisition projects such as competitive intelligence, employee communication, and recruiting metrics dashboards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Strategy: Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent, focusing on highly skilled professionals in biotech, life sciences, and cardiovascular therapeutic areas. Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, create compelling job descriptions, and carry out effective interview processes. Source and engage passive candidates through various channels, including LinkedIn, niche biotech platforms, networking events, and direct outreach. Oversee the recruitment process from initial outreach to offer acceptance, ensuring a seamless and positive candidate experience. Build strong relationships with hiring managers to ensure alignment on recruiting goals and timelines. Strategic Talent Acquisition Projects: Lead the creation and management of recruiting metrics dashboards to track and report key performance indicators (KPIs). Help design and implement a competitive intelligence and sourcing strategy, leveraging market data and trends to ensure a strong talent pipeline. Collaborate with People & Culture and the Head of Talent Acquisition to implement talent acquisition strategies aligned with the company’s growth objectives and culture. Work closely with external staffing agencies to manage agency relationships, ensuring they meet performance standards and deliver high-quality candidates. Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Management: Manage and optimize the use of our ATS (i.e., Greenhouse or similar systems) to ensure data integrity, streamline workflows, and ensure compliance. Train and support hiring managers on ATS usage, ensuring efficient and effective tracking of candidate pipelines. Ensure that the ATS provides accurate reporting and analytics for decision-making. Qualifications and Preferred Skills Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field. Advanced certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) a plus. Experience: 10+ years of talent acquisition experience, with a proven track record in sourcing and hiring for biotech, life sciences, or health tech companies. Strong experience in developing and executing sourcing strategies, with an understanding of competitive intelligence in biotech recruitment. Hands-on experience working with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS tools. Skills & Competencies: Proactive, outgoing, and approachable personality with strong interpersonal and communication skills. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical skills with the ability to build and interpret recruiting metrics and data. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with external partners and agencies to deliver high-quality candidates. Deep understanding of the biotech and life sciences talent landscape, particularly in cardiovascular therapeutics. Hourly rate $80/hr - $100/hr, flexible based on experience: Exact Compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location. Pay range $80—$100 USD

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the full recruitment lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams to hire top talent. Build and optimize talent acquisition processes and manage strategic projects related to recruitment metrics and competitive intelligence.