Talent Sourcer (Consultant / Temp)

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">About Us</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Kardigan is a heart health company working to make cardiovascular disease preventable, curable and no longer the leading cause of death in the world.<br><br></div> <div>It is Kardigan’s mission to develop multiple targeted treatments in parallel that bring people with cardiovascular diseases to the cures they deserve.</div> <div> </div> <div>Led by Tassos Giannakakos, Jay Edelberg, <span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">M.D., Ph.D.,</span> and Bob McDowell, Ph.D., Kardigan’s co-founders have reunited after leading MyoKardia to discover and develop mavacamten, the first cardiac myosin inhibitor, resulting in an acquisition by Bristol Myers Squibb in 2020.</div> <div> </div> <div>We have a cutting-edge discovery and translational research platform, a pipeline of late-stage candidates, and an industry-leading team that is driven to improve the lives of patients.</div> <div> </div> <div>At Kardigan, we are motivated by our values which guide how we work, interact, and achieve our goals. <strong>Driven by patients and their families</strong>, we are deeply committed to improving the lives of patients and prioritizing their needs above all else. We believe in <strong>being authentic</strong>—leading with truth to bring out the best in others by creating an environment where every person knows they will be fully accepted. With an <strong>eagerness to learn</strong>, we encourage the highest levels of curiosity and are open to changing our minds. We are committed to <strong>winning as a team</strong> with urgency, excellence, and intention, and support each other no matter what role we play or where we sit. Lastly, we strive to <strong>enable the impossible</strong> because patients are counting on us. We are not afraid to take risks to unlock innovation and advance scientific discoveries.</div> <div> </div> <div>These values are the foundation of our work, empowering us to make a real difference, every day.</div> <div> </div> <div> </div></div><p><strong>Job Overview</strong></p> <p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Talent Acquisition Sourcer</strong> who is deeply passionate about sourcing and engaging top talent. This role is ideal for someone who views sourcing as a craft, enjoys building relationships with candidates, and is energized by finding exceptional talent—including candidates who are not actively looking.</p> <p>You will partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to build strong, diverse pipelines across scientific, technical, and corporate functions. This is a sourcing-focused role and not a general HR or recruiting position.</p> <p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Proactively source and engage candidates across <strong>Research, Development, Quality, Technical Operations, and G&A</strong></li> <li>Use creative sourcing strategies beyond LinkedIn to identify and engage hard-to-find talent</li> <li>Build and manage strong candidate pipelines, including employee referrals and passive candidates</li> <li>Partner closely with recruiters and hiring managers to understand role needs and share pipeline updates</li> <li>Effectively communicate the company’s story and close candidate interest</li> <li>Track sourcing activity and candidate data in <strong>Greenhouse</strong> (or similar ATS)</li> <li>Assist in conducting candidate reference check calls</li> <li>Use Excel and other tools to stay organized and monitor pipeline health</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Qualifications and Preferred Skills</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Experience:</strong></li> <ul> <li>5–7 years of experience as a Talent Sourcer, preferably within the Biotech industry</li> <li>Demonstrated experience sourcing across scientific, technical, and corporate functions</li> <li>Experience working in both startup and large pharma environments</li> <li>Strong experience in developing and executing sourcing strategies, with an understanding of competitive intelligence in biotech recruitment.</li> <li>Experience using data to guide sourcing, tracking what works, tweaking strategies, and always looking for better ways to reach candidates.</li> <li>Advanced in using LinkedIn Recruiter to find the right people, whether through Boolean search, talent mapping, or building long-term pipelines.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li><strong>Skills & Competencies:</strong></li> <ul> <li>Deep understanding of the biotech and life sciences talent landscape, preferably in cardiovascular therapeutics.</li> <li>Proactive, outgoing, and approachable personality with strong interpersonal and communication skills.</li> <li>Strong passion for talent acquisition and sourcing; not seeking a general HR role.</li> <li>Enjoys partnering with recruiters and hiring managers, offering advice, insights, and practical support to help find the best talent.</li> <li>Comfortable engaging and building relationships with passive candidates.</li> <li>Highly organized with strong tracking and pipeline management skills</li> <li>Proficient in applicant tracking systems (experience with Greenhouse preferred).</li> <li>Willing to take on ad hoc projects as needed to support team priorities.</li> <li>Strong Excel skills and comfort working with sourcing data.</li> <li>Excellent communication skills and confidence partnering with recruiters and hiring managers.</li> </ul> </ul> <p> </p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>Exact Compensation may vary based on skills, experience and location.</p></div><div class="title">Pay range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$60</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$90 USD</span></div></div></div>