Scientific Talent Partner

Company info

NewLimit is a biotechnology company working to radically extend human healthspan. We're developing medicines to treat age-related diseases by reprogramming the epigenome, a new therapeutic mechanism to restore regenerative potential in aged and diseased cells. We leverage functional genomics, pooled perturbation screening, and machine learning models to unravel the biology of epigenetic aging and disease using experiments of unprecedented scale.

Description

NewLimit is seeking a Scientific Talent Partner to work directly with our senior scientific leaders and Head of People to identify and engage top talent across our technical domains. 

This role offers an ideal transition opportunity for academics exploring industry careers. You'll gain exposure to diverse biotech functions while building industry connections and learning about career paths in an innovative and scientifically rigorous environment.

As our Scientific Talent Partner, you will:

• Lead campaigns to identify Top Talent for internal opportunities, leveraging your deep understanding of our technical domains to identify and attract candidates
• Map talent landscapes based on publications, associations with leading labs and academic institutions, and relevant industry experience across epigenetic reprogramming, functional genomics, single cell sequencing, and computational biology
• Partner closely with hiring managers to help them understand available talent pools and define optimal candidate profiles for their specific roles
• Build and maintain relationships with top scientists, lab leaders, and academic institutions to create a robust talent pipeline
• Represent NewLimit at scientific conferences and networking events to build our presence in the scientific community
• Contribute to building NewLimit's reputation as a destination for exceptional scientific talent
• No prior experience in talent acquisition or recruiting is required. You'll receive comprehensive training from our Head of Talent.

Requirements

• PhD in molecular biology, computational biology, cell biology or other relevant scientific fields or comparable advanced scientific training
• Strong foundation in one of genomics, molecular biology, or developmental biology and understanding of modern experimental approaches
• Passion for staying current on scientific literature and advancements in the field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage scientists at all career levels

Nice to have

• Direct research experience in epigenetic reprogramming, single cell sequencing technologies, or computational biology approaches
• Familiarity with the biotech industry landscape and career paths
• Knowledge of leading laboratories, research institutions, and key opinion leaders in our focus areas
• Experience presenting at scientific conferences or networking in academic/industry settings
• Experience with LinkedIn, scientific databases, and other talent identification tools

Benefits

NewLimit offers generous benefits to ensure our team can focus on our mission:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Industry-leading paid time off (PTO) — 20 days/year for all employees + holidays
• Meals and snacks on-site

Salary Range: $95,000 to $105,000. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience. NewLimit offers a competitive benefits package, which includes a 401k, healthcare coverage, and 20 days of PTO. Learn more at: https://www.newlimit.com/careers   *This compensation and benefits information is based on Company's good faith estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.