HR Generalist: Payroll, Onboarding & Compliance

Columbia University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University is seeking aHR/FA Generalist to coordinate human resources, faculty affairs and payroll for the Medicine Pod. The role involves recruiting support, onboarding staff and researchers, and ensuring accurate time and payroll processing.

The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience with HR systems and compliance, offering regular hours and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required with 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated organization, attention to detail and professional judgment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR systems; able to handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate HR/Faculty Affairs and payroll functions for the Medicine Pod.
• Assist recruitment, onboarding and communications with new hires and departments.
• Oversee payroll processing, time-off tracking and data entry in PeopleSoft/TLAM.
• Handle immigration-related needs and visa documentation; ensure compliance.

Skills

Resourceful

Organized

Detail-oriented

Analytical

Microsoft Office

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

PeopleSoft

TalentLink

Interfolio

JIRA

Visual Vault

TLAM

Job description

Columbia University is seeking aHR/FA Generalist to coordinate human resources, faculty affairs and payroll for the Medicine Pod. The role involves recruiting support, onboarding staff and researchers, and ensuring accurate time and payroll processing.

The position requires a bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience with HR systems and compliance, offering regular hours and competitive compensation.