Contract Recruiter – Commercial and G&A
About The Position
Amylyx has an audacious mission to usher in a new era for treating diseases with high unmet needs. Where others see challenges, we see opportunities that we pursue with urgency, rigorous science, and unwavering commitment to the communities we serve. We are a clinical-stage company currently focused on post-bariatric hypoglycemia (PBH), Wolfram syndrome, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Our mission is powered by our people. Our core values – be audacious, be curious, be authentic, be engaged, and be accountable – creating a culture of caring. Amylyx has assembled an experienced team ready to take action because the communities we serve have no time to wait. If you share our passion and are determined to tackle some of medicine’s toughest problems, we encourage you to read the opportunity below and apply. As Amylyx Pharmaceuticals continues to evolve and execute against key priorities, we are seeking a highly driven Contract Recruiter to support hiring across Commercial and G&A. This six-month contract role will play a critical part in building talent pipelines and delivering high-quality candidate slates for specialized scientific and technical roles.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree preferred; we value diverse career paths and will gladly consider candidates whose experience, skills, and accomplishments demonstrate success in lieu of formal education
- Demonstrated recruiting experience supporting Clinical, Scientific, R&D, or Technical Operations roles
- Strong sourcing capability, particularly with LinkedIn Recruiter
- Proven ability to identify, engage, and qualify passive candidates
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience working Applicant Tracking systems, experience with Greenhouse a plus
- Experience working in biotech, life sciences, or highly specialized technical environments preferred
Responsibilities
- Serve as a full-cycle recruiting partner focused on sourcing, pipelining, and candidate generation across Commercial and G&A
- Execute targeted sourcing strategies using LinkedIn Recruiter and other tools to identify and engage passive talent
- Build and maintain strong pipelines of highly qualified candidates for current and anticipated hiring needs
- Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date candidate information in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure compliance, visibility, and seamless workflow management
- Track candidate progress through each stage of the hiring process, updating statuses, notes, and interview results in real time
- Partner closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements, technical capabilities, and candidate profiles
- Conduct initial candidate outreach, screening, and qualification conversations
- Deliver well-matched candidate slates aligned with hiring manager expectations
- Provide consistent updates on pipeline activity, market insights, and sourcing progress
- Ensure an exceptional candidate experience throughout the recruitment process
- Collaborate effectively with HR and Talent Acquisition team members to support hiring objectives
- Support recruiting execution while maintaining speed, quality, and attention to detail
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
