JOB SUMMARY
The Contract Life Science Recruiter provides full-cycle recruiting support across key hiring priorities at Iambic Therapeutics for a defined engagement period. This role partners closely with hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition lead within HR to deliver timely, high-quality hiring outcomes in support of company growth.
Operating as a hands-on recruiting partner, the Contract Senior Talent Acquisition Partner proactively sources and engages qualified talent, manages searches from intake through offer and close, and ensures a positive candidate experience while adhering to established processes and compliance standards.
This role is ideal for a highly execution-focused recruiter who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and is comfortable managing multiple complex searches simultaneously.
This position supports hiring across scientific, technical, and corporate functions.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage full-cycle recruiting for assigned roles, including intake meetings, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, offer support, and closing candidates
Drive efficient hiring processes with a focus on speed, quality, and strong candidate experience
Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, hiring priorities, and candidate profiles
Execute sourcing and recruiting strategies aligned with business needs and approved hiring plans
Provide regular updates and maintain proactive communication with hiring managers and HR throughout the recruiting process
Build and maintain pipelines of qualified candidates, including both active and passive talent
Leverage recruiting tools and resources including LinkedIn Recruiter, referrals, networking, and targeted outreach to identify high-quality candidates
Support offer development and negotiation in partnership with HR and hiring managers, following established guidelines
Maintain accurate and compliant candidate records within the Ashby applicant tracking system
Ensure recruiting activities align with internal processes and relevant compliance standards
Deliver a professional and consistent candidate experience throughout the recruiting lifecycle
Represent the company positively in all candidate, vendor, and external interactions
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent experience
3+ years of full-cycle recruiting experience, with experience in biotech, life sciences, or pharmaceutical recruiting strongly preferred
Experience recruiting for scientific, technical, or specialized roles in a fast-paced environment
Proven ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously while maintaining strong candidate and hiring manager relationships
Strong consultative partnership skills with the ability to influence and guide hiring managers
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information
Solid understanding of recruiting compliance standards and best practices
Experience using Asby ATS strongly preferred
LinkedIn Recruiter experience required; familiarity with talent market intelligence tools is a plus
ABOUT IAMBIC THERAPEUTICS
Iambic is a clinical-stage life-science and technology company developing novel medicines using its AI-driven discovery and development platform. Based in San Diego and founded in 2020, Iambic has assembled a world-class team that unites pioneering AI experts and experienced drug hunters. The Iambic platform has demonstrated delivery of new drug candidates to human clinical trials with unprecedented speed and across multiple target classes and mechanisms of action. Iambic is advancing a pipeline of potential best-in-class and first-in-class clinical assets, both internally and in partnership, to address urgent unmet patient need. Learn more about the Iambic team, platform, pipeline, and partnerships at iambic.ai.
MISSION & CORE VALUES
Our mission is to deliver better medicines through innovations in AI-based discovery technologies. The culture and work at Iambic Therapeutics are profoundly strengthened by the diversity of our people and our differences in background, culture, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, and life experiences. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where a diverse group of talented humans work together to discover therapeutics and create technologies.
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What We Do
Iambic is a clinical-stage life-science and technology company developing novel medicines using its AI-driven discovery and development platform. Based in San Diego and founded in 2020, Iambic has assembled a world-class team that unites pioneering AI experts and experienced drug hunters. The Iambic platform has demonstrated delivery of new drug candidates to human clinical trials with unprecedented speed and across multiple target classes and mechanisms of action. Iambic is advancing a pipeline of potential best-in-class and first-in-class clinical assets, both internally and in partnership, to address urgent unmet patient need. Learn more about the Iambic team, platform, pipeline, and partnerships at iambic.ai
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