Science Hiring Manager

Eccalon LLC; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

On-site in Detroit

Job summary

Eccalon LLC seeks a highly experienced Science Hiring Manager to recruit for research laboratories, clinical trial teams, and bench-based scientific environments in Detroit. You will partner with scientists, clinicians, and lab leadership to design and execute hiring strategies.

The role requires deep knowledge of wet lab workflows, regulatory requirements (GxP, IRB, FDA), and a track record of building high-performing technical recruitment programs across R&D and clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in technical or scientific hiring.
• Experience hiring for research laboratories, bench-based teams, and clinical trial organizations.
• Strong understanding of laboratory and clinical research environments.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end hiring strategy for research, clinical, and laboratory roles.
• Partner with R&D, Lab Directors, and Clinical Operations to understand staffing needs.
• Translate requirements into effective role definitions.
• Plan hiring aligned with milestones, trial timelines, and lab capacity.
• Design interview frameworks and evaluate candidates on technical and compliance criteria.
• Collaborate with scientists and lab leadership to ensure accurate assessment.

Skills

Hiring science roles

Interview design

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

EOE Statement Eccalon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EEO is the law.

Category Natural Sciences

This position is onsite in Detroit, MI.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Science Hiring Manager with a strong track record of hiring for research laboratories, clinical trial teams, and bench-based scientific environments. This role requires deep understanding of laboratory workflows, scientific roles, regulatory requirements, and the unique talent needs of research and clinical organizations. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience partnering with scientists, clinicians, and lab leadership to recruit technical and scientific talent ranging from bench scientists to clinical research professionals. This role ensures hiring processes are efficient, compliant, and aligned with both scientific rigor and organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Technical & Scientific Hiring Strategy
  • Own end-to-end hiring strategy for research, clinical, and laboratory-based roles
  • Partner with R&D, Lab Directors, and Clinical Operations to understand technical and scientific staffing needs
  • Translate experimental, clinical, and operational requirements into effective role definitions
  • Plan hiring aligned with research milestones, clinical trial timelines, and lab capacity
• Lab & Clinical Role Expertise
  • Hire across bench and lab-adjacent roles, including:
    • Research Scientists and Principal Scientists
    • Bench Scientists and Research Associates
    • Lab Managers and Lab Technicians
    • Clinical Research Associates (CRAs)
    • Clinical Trial Managers and Coordinators
    • Translational, preclinical, and clinical research roles
• Understand bench-lab workflows such as:
  • Wet lab techniques and instrumentation
  • Sample preparation, assays, and protocols
  • Data capture, documentation, and validation
• Interview Design & Technical Evaluation
  • Design interview frameworks tailored to scientific and clinical roles
  • Evaluate candidates on:
    • Technical lab competencies and methodologies
    • Clinical trial operations and compliance knowledge
    • Experimental design, data integrity, and documentation practices
  • Partner with scientists and clinical leaders to ensure accurate technical assessment
• Regulatory & Compliance Alignment
  • Ensure hiring practices align with regulatory and compliance frameworks, including:
    • GxP (GLP, GCP, GMP where applicable)
    • IRB, FDA and clinical trial requirements
    • Laboratory safety and quality standards
  • Support hiring for regulated environments with appropriate screening and documentation
• Process & Stakeholder Management
  • Collaborate with HR and Talent Acquisition on candidate pipelines and recruiting strategy
  • Ensure a positive, professional candidate experience in scientific and clinical hiring
  • Track hiring timelines, bottlenecks, and outcomes across research programs
  • Continuously improve hiring processes for speed, quality, and fairness

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 5+ years of experience in technical or scientific hiring roles
• Demonstrated experience hiring for:
• Research laboratories (academic or industry)
• Bench-based scientific teams
• Clinical research or clinical trial organizations
• Strong understanding of laboratory and clinical research environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with or within:
  • Biotechnology or pharmaceutical organizations
  • Academic research labs
  • Clinical trial or CRO environments
• Familiarity with:
  • Bench-lab workflows and experimental design
  • Clinical trial phases and operational timelines
  • Scientific documentation and compliance standards
• Ability to collaborate effectively with scientists, clinicians, and lab leadership

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

About the Organization

Eccalon provides global solutions to the most challenging technological issues of the 21st-century, and our evolving portfolio spans five major markets: Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Aerospace & Defense, Material Sciences, Advance Manufacturing, Sports Science, Biotechnology, and Health & Life Sciences.

Eccalon's Executives foster a supportive work environment allowing our teams to thrive, and have a fierce dedication to innovation, security, and people. Our culture is built on inclusion, teamwork, trust, and we are committed to offering career advancement opportunities to all employees. Encouraging a healthy and balanced life, we offer an extensive benefits package to support the wellness of our employees and their families. You will be joining a team of innovators, working with cutting edge technologies, supporting mission critical projects, and making an impact.

This position is currently accepting applications.