Position: Talent Acquisition Partner, Life Sciences

Salary Range: $70,000 - $100,000 + commission structure

Location: Remote - West Coast U.S. only

About Pharmaron

Pharmaron is a global CRO (Contract Research Organization) helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules, ADC's, biologics, and gene therapies and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit .

Job Overview:

We are seeking a Talent Acquisition Partner to serve as a strategic advisor to hiring leaders across scientific, technical, and corporate functions within our U.S. organization. This role offers true end-to-end ownership of recruitment and the opportunity to influence hiring strategy, process improvements, and candidate experience in a fast-growing global CRO environment.

You will partner closely with hiring managers and HR colleagues, provide market insights and compensation guidance, lead offer negotiations, and ensure a seamless and high-quality experience for candidates from first conversation through onboarding. This is an ideal role for a proactive, data-driven recruiter who enjoys autonomy, collaboration, and impact.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the recruitment process from requisition intake through offer acceptance and onboarding
• Act as a trusted recruitment partner to hiring managers, supporting current and future workforce needs
• Consult with leaders on role scoping, market trends, and hiring strategies
• Provide guidance on compensation recommendations and lead offer negotiations
• Actively source and engage top talent using LinkedIn Recruiter and other sourcing tools
• Conduct structured interviews and partner with hiring teams to drive timely, informed hiring decisions
• Track and report key recruiting metrics such as time-to-fill and time-to-hire
• Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, systems, and automation
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across talent acquisition and onboarding
• Promote Pharmaron as an employer of choice within the life sciences community

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 7 years of recruitment experience, including at least 3 years as an internal recruiter
• Proven experience recruiting scientific and technical talent within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences environments
• Hands-on experience with sourcing, interviewing, and offer negotiation
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-volume or high-complexity hiring environments
• Experience improving recruitment processes and systems; graduate recruitment experience is a plus

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruitment best practices
• Advanced experience with LinkedIn Recruiter and applicant tracking systems
• Ability to effectively communicate with and understand scientific and technical stakeholders
• Strong relationship-building and consultative skills
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to use metrics to influence decisions
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proven negotiation and stakeholder management abilities

Why Pharmaron?

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.

Collaborative Culture: You will thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners, and collaborators.

Benefits: As part of our commitment to your well-being, we offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Insurance including Medical, Dental & Vision with significant employer contributions
• Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Account
• Healthcare & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Employer-paid Employee Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply:

Ready to seize this incredible opportunity? Join us at Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in biopharmaceutical research and development. Apply online today!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, Pharmaron values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, fostering an environment where all individuals are empowered to succeed. Join us in our mission to make a difference in the world of life sciences.

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