Talent Specialist II – Life Sciences

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the
general direction of the Manager, Talent Acquisition, the Talent Specialist II, Life Sciences, will be a collaborative recruitment partner
for our science and research community. You will be responsible for successfully delivering all facets of talent acquisition for the
research enterprise. This will be achieved through the development of comprehensive recruiting plans, employing traditional and creative
sourcing strategies, resources and networking within the research community. Also engage with Clinical and Science HR Business Partners and
provide Compensation with insights into current applicant trends and salary requirements.

Consistently applies UMass Chan values of
integrity, a commitment to diversity, collegiality and operational excellence in the accomplishment of our mission of advancing the health
and well-being of the commonwealth and the world through pioneering advances in education, research and health care delivery. Responsible
for knowing and acting in accordance with our commitment to civility and code of conduct, as detailed in UMass Chan policies, especially
with respect to Confidentiality, and Conflict of Interest.

Responsibilities:

• Talent
  Acquisition Planning
  • Lead the creation of effective recruitment plans for research departments based on operating needs
    and objectives. Including Postdoctoral Fellows, Visiting Scholars, Research Scientists, Technicians, and other academic research
    roles.
  • Partner with Hiring Managers to identify appropriate applicant screening and candidate assessment criteria.
  • Develop
    applicant profiles by studying job description, required and preferred qualifications, work environment and departmental
    culture.
  • Research and recommend new sources for active and passive candidate recruiting
  • Collaborate with compensation,
    immigration and/or other appropriate departments to facilitate recruiting efforts as required.
  
  
• Talent
  Sourcing
  • Develop a pool of qualified candidates in advance of need by leveraging social, professional networks,
    industry contacts, association memberships, trade groups and employees.
  • Develop and implement sourcing methods to find the best
    diverse research talent by leveraging multiple channels, including but not limited to direct sourcing, internet recruiting, social media,
    advertising, job and industry career fairs, university recruiting, and competitor contacts.
  • Represent UMass Chan in a professional
    and collaborative way through involvement with community groups, colleges, and local workforce
    organizations.
  
  
• Client Engagement / Service Delivery
  • Operate with a sense of urgency in
    attracting high caliber talent for open positions within UMass Chan.
  • Partner with UMass Chan hiring managers in the medical school
    to understand hiring priorities based on short and long-term business goals.
  • Support hiring managers in understanding UMass Chan
    talent acquisition services, policies and guidelines.
  • In partnership with HR Business Partners, study department termination trends
    and make recommendations on ways to improve retention.
  • Conduct regular follow-up with managers to determine the effectiveness of
    recruiting plans and implementation.
  • Upon selection of final candidate skillfully present compensation package to selected
    individual.
  
  
• Talent Acquisition Effectiveness
  • Lead and contribute to talent acquisition
    initiatives focused on process improvement, technology optimization, and candidate experience. Utilize iCIMS, CRM and SkillSurvey platforms
    to manage the recruitment process and ensure positive candidate experience.
  • Strategize with Clinical and Science HR Business
    Partners to forecast and prepare for upcoming recruitment needs.
  • Prepare and complete reporting using iCIMS to provide Hiring
    Managers with accurate recruitment data for their positions.
  • Deliver applicant trend and salary expectation insights to the
    Compensation team. Ensure the effective implementation of talent acquisition processes in accordance with policies, practices, EEO and other
    legal requirements.
  • May design and deliver training sessions for hiring managers and others as needed.
  • Update job knowledge
    and relevant legislation through participation in educational opportunities, read professional publications, maintain personal networks, and
    participate in professional organizations.
  • Perform other duties as required.
  
  

REQUIRED:

• Masters degree in science field.
• Thorough knowledge of research science lab staff requirements and complex procedures needed
  for candidates in a wide variety of medical specific research labs.
• 4 years of full cycle recruiting experience including two years
  of life science recruiting within a fast paced, high visibility research organization.
• Ability to develop a qualified pool of life
  science candidates by utilizing aggressive sourcing methods and solid talent acquisition and strategic sourcing expertise including a
  thorough understanding of best practices, techniques and technology.
• Direct sourcing and/or social media recruitment
  expertise.
• Demonstrative commitment to inclusive hiring practices and the ability to support diversity in workforce recruitment and
  retention.
• Knowledge and familiarity with relevant Federal and State legislation governing recruitment.
• Familiarity with EEO
  and Affirmative Action policies and procedures and their application to recruitment strategies
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office
  Suite and applicant tracking system platforms.
• Knowledge of state and federal labor laws.
• Ability to travel to off-site
  locations

PREFERRED:

• PhD in science related field
• Demonstrated success in utilizing social
  media tools and resources
• Proficiency in using the ICIMS Talent Management Platform
• Experience recruiting in academic
  medical or research institutions
• Advanced sourcing certifications (AIRS, LinkedIn Recruiter Certified Professional)

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

• A deep passion for the mission of the UMass Chan Medical Schools commitment to
  advance the health and well-being of the people of the commonwealth and the world through pioneering advances in education, research and
  health care delivery.
• Exceptional customer service orientation with the ability to work across all levels of the
  organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills necessary to interact with all organizational
  levels.
• Strong appreciation for and demonstration of confidentiality.

Posting Disclaimer:
This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties
and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.

In alignment with our commitment
to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical
School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant
experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.

Please note that the range
provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and
development within the role.

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid
time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary
403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.

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