Senior Recruiter – Talent Acquisition, Contract/FT: Pre-IPO Biotech Company: NJ

Rock Hill; Princeton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Hill in Princeton, NJ, is seeking a Senior Recruiter to support Talent Acquisition in a fast-growing biotech environment. The role involves full-cycle recruitment for mid-level leadership roles and requires extensive experience in recruiting.

Ideal candidates will have 5-10+ years of experience, particularly in biotech or pharmaceuticals, and must excel in managing multiple searches in a high-growth atmosphere. Strong partnerships with hiring managers and proactive sourcing are key to succeeding in this role.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience within corporate Talent Acquisition or executive search.
• Experience recruiting for R&D and commercial roles within biotech or pharmaceutical organizations.
• Strong preference for candidates who have worked in high-growth or scaling environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for a variety of mid-level roles, including R&D and Commercial.
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand business needs and hiring priorities.
• Conduct candidate screening, interviews, and assessments.

Skills

Full-cycle recruiting experience

Stakeholder management

Strong sourcing capabilities

Attention to detail

Job description

Senior Recruiter – Talent Acquisition, Contract/FT: Pre-IPO Biotech Company: NJ

Location: Princeton, NJ (On-site 3–4 days/week)

Employment Type: Contract / Possible conversion to FT

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Recruiter to join a fast-growing, innovation-driven biotechnology company. This individual will support the Talent Acquisition team in driving full-cycle recruitment for mid-level leadership roles.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recruiter who has operated in a high-growth biotech or pharmaceutical environment and thrives in a fast-paced, build-mode setting. The role requires a strong partnership with hiring managers, a proactive sourcing approach, and the ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruiting for a variety of mid-level roles, including R&D and Commercial
• Partner closely with hiring managers to understand business needs, role requirements, and hiring priorities
• Develop and execute targeted sourcing strategies to identify and engage high-quality candidates
• Conduct candidate screening, interviews, and assessments to ensure alignment with role and culture
• Manage the candidate experience from initial outreach through the offer stage
• Build and maintain strong talent pipelines for ongoing and future hiring needs
• Provide market insights and hiring intelligence to stakeholders
• Ensure accurate tracking of candidates and processes within the ATS
• Support broader Talent Acquisition initiatives as needed in a high-growth environment

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience within corporate Talent Acquisition or executive search
• Demonstrated experience recruiting for R&D and commercial roles within biotech or pharmaceutical organizations
• Strong preference for candidates who have worked in high-growth or scaling environments, ideally within biotech
• Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions across functional areas (including R&D) and deliver in a fast-paced setting
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong sourcing capabilities using LinkedIn, networking, and other tools
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

Preferred Background

• Experience supporting organizations through rapid growth or transformation
• Blend of agency and in-house recruiting experience is a plus
• Familiarity with the Princeton / New Jersey life sciences talent market
• Contract role with potential for extension
• On-site presence required 3–4 days per week in Princeton, NJ
• Immediate impact role supporting critical hiring initiatives

Contact

[e-mail] – P 973-656-0220