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Chicago, IL, USA
Hybrid
70K-90K Annually
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Big Data • Healthtech • Machine Learning • Analytics • Biotech • Generative AI
Tempus is a technology company leading the adoption of AI to advance precision medicine and patient care.
The Role
Lead full-cycle recruiting for business and technical functions, partnering with hiring managers to define roles, source candidates via Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter, manage ATS records, advise on market and interview best practices, champion candidate experience, support DEI initiatives, and track recruiting metrics.
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Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

We're looking for a Contract Recruiter to join our growing People team as a strategic utility player. In this versatile role, you will be a pivotal partner capable of supporting all departments across the company. You will lead hiring for diverse needs across both business and technical functions, thriving in a high-impact environment where you build high-performing teams across our entire organization.

What You’ll Do:

  • Own full-cycle recruiting for a wide range of departments and functions from role kickoff to offer negotiation.

  • Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, develop sourcing strategies, and drive effective and efficient hiring processes.

  • Create targeted sourcing strategies using a mix of platforms (such as Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter) to identify and engage top talent.

  • Maintain accurate records of candidate interactions and statuses in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

  • Serve as a trusted talent advisor to internal stakeholders offering guidance on market insights, interview best practices, and hiring decisions.

  • Champion the candidate experience, ensuring consistent communication, efficiency, and empathy from first contact through offer.

  • Collaborate with peers on team-wide process improvements, recruiting programs, and DEI hiring initiatives.

  • Track key recruiting metrics and deliver data-driven insights to hiring managers and leadership.
     

Requirements:

  • 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting ideally with in-house experience. Also, open to agency experience for the right candidate.

  • Prior experience recruiting in healthcare, biotech, or life sciences strongly preferred.

  • Demonstrated breadth of hiring experience with the ability to pivot between supporting scientific, creative, analytical, and business-focused teams as needed.

  • Highly collaborative, organized, adaptable, and ability to thrive in fast-paced environments that require solving complex hiring challenges.

  • Proven track record managing multiple roles at once while delivering a top-notch candidate experience.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; you’re confident navigating conversations across all levels of an organization.

  • Proficient in ATS and sourcing tools such as Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter

Illinois Pay Range: $70,000–$90,000

The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

Skills Required

  • 3+ years of full-cycle recruiting
  • In-house recruiting experience
  • Prior experience recruiting in healthcare, biotech, or life sciences
  • Demonstrated breadth hiring scientific, creative, analytical, and business teams
  • Ability to manage multiple roles concurrently while delivering excellent candidate experience
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills across all organizational levels
  • Proficient in ATS and sourcing tools such as Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter
  • Highly collaborative, organized, adaptable, and able to solve complex hiring challenges

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Tempus AI Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength The package includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, FSA/HSA options, mental health/EAP, and pet insurance. Wellness programs, gym discounts, and commuter benefits complement the core coverage.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave and an onsite mother’s room are explicitly highlighted, alongside family medical leave. These offerings extend support for new parents beyond standard medical benefits.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits On‑site cafeteria meals, stocked snacks, and an on‑site barista in some offices enhance daily convenience. Hybrid/remote options and flexible schedules add meaningful lifestyle flexibility.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
3,775 Employees
Year Founded: 2015

What We Do

We bring together one of the world’s largest libraries of multimodal clinical and molecular data with a robust suite of AI tools to help physicians personalize care in real time, connect patients with therapies and clinical trials, and enable partners to accelerate discovery and development of new treatments. With ~8 million de-identified research records and 350+ petabytes of data, Tempus partners with more than half of U.S. oncologists and the majority of the top 20 global pharma companies. Our teams are pioneering work across oncology, neurology, psychiatry, cardiology, and beyond—transforming how care is delivered and therapies are developed. At Tempus, every role contributes to our mission: to help each patient benefit from the experiences of those who came before. For more information, visit tempus.com.

Why Work With Us

We’re looking for people who can change the world. People who question the status quo and refuse to shy away from tough problems. For builders who are never done building, and the learners who are never done learning. Passionate individuals with undying curiosity who want to take on one of the greatest challenges humanity has ever faced—head on.

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Most of the team follows a hybrid policy, with some roles allowing for a fully remote arrangement and some roles being onsite only.

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