Talent Acquisition Specialist

Geneoscopy, Inc.•Maryland Heights, MO

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This is an onsite, in-office position at Geneoscopy HQ in St. Louis, Missouri with a flexible hybrid work schedule. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will manage full-cycle recruitment efforts - from identifying organizational needs and sourcing candidates, to facilitating interviews and securing top-tier hires. This role is essential to filling key positions with high-performing individuals promptly and efficiently. In addition, this position will play a key role in strengthening our employer brand to ensure we attract, hire, and retain individuals who align with our mission and values and contribute to the Company's long-term success.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree.
Possess 5+ years of functional recruiting experience in a full life-cycle environment.
Exemplify experience supporting a high-volume hiring environment.
Exemplify hands-on experience with recruitment software and applicant tracking systems (ATS).
Demonstrate competence in sourcing for exceptional passive and active candidates through various resources (web, social, and professional networks).
Possess a successful track record in recruiting process development and reporting.
Exemplify strong interviewing skills and familiarity with various interview techniques.
Possess a solid understanding of human resources practices and labor legislation.
Exemplify the ability to multitask and thrive in an agile, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful, and efficient.
Possess proficient verbal and written communication skills, while willing to share and receive information and ideas from all levels of the organization to achieve the desired results.
Possess high ethics and conduct business in the most professional manner.
Seek inclusiveness and collaboration but step up to responsibility, make tough decisions, and be accountable for those decisions.
Act as a results-oriented team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of working collaboratively with colleagues.

Nice To Haves

Experience recruiting for technical or scientific roles.
Experience working in or with companies in the life sciences industry.
Understanding of industry-specific terminology, roles, and compliance considerations.

Responsibilities

Manage full-cycle recruitment across all departments (e.g., Finance, Laboratory, Research and Development, Commercial, Marketing, etc.), supporting roles from entry-level through executive tier.
Collaborate with business leadership and HR peers to design, implement, and optimize recruitment strategies aligned with organizational goals.
Build and maintain robust talent pipelines by proactively sourcing active and passive candidates through databases, professional networks, social media, and referrals.
Conduct candidate screenings, schedule interviews, and manage feedback loops to ensure a streamlined and engaging candidate experience.
Utilize screening assessment tools to evaluate candidate competencies and skill sets where appropriate.
Track and report recruitment metrics (e.g., time to hire, source of hire, conversion rates) to continuously improve effectiveness and efficiency.
Organize and represent the Company at hiring events, career fairs, and networking functions to promote brand awareness and attract high-quality talent.
Partner with hiring managers to assess talent needs, build job descriptions, and ensure recruitment best practices are consistently applied.
Educate hiring managers and stakeholders on effective interviewing, inclusive hiring, and employment branding.
Manage all candidate communication from the initial application through offer acceptance and onboarding to ensure a seamless transition into the organization.
Coordinate with HR peers and department leaders to facilitate comprehensive onboarding experiences that drive early engagement and retention.
Regularly solicit feedback from new hires and managers to refine recruitment and onboarding practices to improve long-term employee success and retention.
Serve as a trusted partner and advocate for positive employee relations by fostering open communication and trust between staff and leadership.
Support Company-wide initiatives to strengthen employee engagement, morale, and a sense of belonging across all levels and functions.
Contribute to the development and execution of programs that promote Company culture, including DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging), recognition programs, and team-building events.
Maintain a deep understanding of industry trends and labor markets to advise stakeholders on hiring strategies and market conditions.
Uphold and promote Company values throughout the recruitment process and employee lifecycle, modeling professionalism, empathy, and integrity.
Provide mentorship and training to junior recruiters, sharing best practices in sourcing, interviewing, and candidate relationship management.
Other duties as assigned.