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A leading organization in cancer research is seeking a Human Resources Associate to support various HR functions, including talent acquisition and employee relations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in HR or a related field, along with 1-3 years of experience. This role involves assisting with HR events, maintaining employee files, and promoting HR programs to foster a positive workplace environment.
The Human Resources Associate is responsible for supporting the operational role of Human Resources in the areas of talent acquisition, onboarding, administration of policies and procedures, benefits/payroll administration, employee relations and development, compensation, health, safety, and security. This position is primarily responsible for supporting all phases of AACR’s all phases of the human resources function.
• Assists in the administration of the application process, including scheduling of candidates for testing and interviews, assembling of applicant folders, updating of recruitment schedules and summaries. • Assists with the organizing of HR events and activities including execution, participation, and promotion.• Assist with the timecard approval process and the maintenance of the payroll system to ensure all information within the system is up to date• Comfort level with HRIS systems• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff• Promote HR programs to create an efficient and conflict-free workplace• Provide management with requested reports and documents• Accurately maintain employee files• Provides AACR Switchboard coverage as needed. • Assists with special projects spearheaded by HR, such as the Cancer and Biomedical Research Career Fair and other HR activities. • Light travel to recruiting events • Other duties as assigned
• 4 year degree in Human Resources, Business, Marketing, or related field preferred• 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources• Strong foundational knowledge of all HR areas, including recruiting, payroll, compensation, benefits, employee relations, etc.• Knowledge of HR systems and databases strongly preferred• Ability to build rapport with all employees• Strong organizational skills• Effective written and verbal communication skills