Lead Biotechnology Recruiter

JOB FUNCTION: Careers @ Atrium
JOB TYPE: Direct Hire
LOCATION: Holmdel, NJ
REMOTE / ONSITE: Hybrid
POSTED: Jun 4, 2025

About Atrium

As a leading woman-owned, comprehensive talent management firm, Atrium is focused on providing holistic contingent workforce solutions in today’s market. Recognized for our pioneering Applicant-CentricTM approach and award-winning culture, our expertise includes Staffing, Recruitment, and Workforce Solutions.

What you do matters. As a people-centric organization, we foster an environment of collaboration, high performance, and innovation where your talents are valued, and your achievements are celebrated. Join us and become part of an inclusive team committed to creating a meaningful impact on the workforce.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$65k – $75k Annually, plus unlimited variable commission.

Position Overview:

Atrium is looking for a highly motivated and experienced recruiter in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry with a minimum of 5 years of recruitment experience to manage the full recruitment lifecycle for our organization. The ideal candidate for the Lead Biotechnology Recruiter role will be results-driven, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple open positions across various clients and departments. You will partner with the Resource and Hiring Managers to understand staffing needs, source and engage with top candidates, and oversee the selection process to deliver exceptional talent that aligns with our company values and goals. Ideally, this Lead Biotechnology Recruiter will be commutable to our Holmdel, NJ office location and can work a hybrid schedule for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday in the office, and Monday and Friday from home.

Responsibilities of the Lead Biotechnology Recruiter:

  • Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, from job requisition to offer negotiation and acceptance.
  • Collaborate with Resource Managers, Hiring Managers, and department heads to understand hiring needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
  • Source, identify, and engage top candidates using various methods, including job boards, social media, networking events, and direct outreach.
  • Curate and maximize engagement within the Talent Community.
  • Screen resumes, conduct interviews, and evaluate candidate qualifications based on job requirements.
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback to candidates, keeping them informed throughout the hiring process.
  • Coordinate and schedule interviews with Hiring Managers, ensuring a smooth interview process for all candidates.
  • Assist in the creation and updating of job descriptions to reflect current requirements.
  • Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for future hiring needs.
  • Maintain and update candidate databases in our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
  • Join intake calls with Hiring Managers and department leads to understand recruitment needs, define job requirements, and ensure alignment with candidate profiles and expectations.
  • Track and report on key recruitment metrics, such as time-to-fill and time-to-start.
  • Assist in employer branding efforts, promoting Atrium as an employer of choice.
  • Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and recruitment technology.

Required Experience/Skills for the Lead Biotechnology Recruiter:

  • Minimum of 3 – 5 years of proven recruitment experience, ideally servicing MSP-based clients.
  • Skilled in using Vendor Management Systems (VMS).
  • Strong knowledge of full-cycle recruiting, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and hiring.
  • Proficiency in using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), job boards, and social media platforms for recruitment purposes.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and build relationships with candidates and Hiring Managers.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
  • A proactive, results-driven approach with the ability to meet hiring goals and deadlines.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Lead Biotechnology Recruiter:

  • Experience working within the Biotech or Pharmaceutical Industry.
  • Experience working in a staffing agency, direct sourcing, or RPO model.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Travel when needed (rare).

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree is required.

Benefits:

  • Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (PTO, Health benefits, Health savings account, Flexible spending accounts, Pet insurance, Paid holidays, 401k, and Commuter benefits program).

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As a woman-owned firm, we value diversity. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), age, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Candidates who apply for roles through the Atrium website will be added to our candidate pool and may be considered for additional roles of a similar title. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Position ID: 155960