Senior HR Manager

Location: Rochester, MN

Step into a rare opportunity to build and own the entire HR function within a cutting-edge biotech environment. This role places you at the center of a mission-driven organization advancing cell and gene therapy—where your impact directly shapes how a high-performing scientific team grows, operates, and succeeds.

Why You Should Apply

True ownership of the HR function—build systems, strategy, and impact from the ground up
Direct partnership with executive leadership and visibility across the organization
Work in a highly innovative biotech space advancing life-changing therapies
Support from a PEO (Insperity) to reduce administrative burden and focus on strategic work

What You’ll Be Doing

Own full-cycle HR operations from recruiting to employee relations
Build scalable HR frameworks including leveling, performance, and policies
Partner with leadership on workforce planning and organizational design
Lead onboarding/offboarding programs and improve employee lifecycle processes
Coach managers on performance, feedback, and promotion decisions
Ensure compliance with federal and Minnesota employment laws

About You

Be able to do the job as described.
Proven ability to build HR infrastructure from scratch in a growing organization
Experience operating as a solo HR leader with full ownership
Strong employee relations expertise with sound legal judgment
Ability to build credibility with technical/scientific teams

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to emily@scientificsearch.com and tell me why you’re interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19839.

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