Human Resource Generalist

Company: Ardelyx
Location: Fremont
Posted on: April 4, 2021

Job Description:

Ardelyx is a publicly traded biotech company focused on improving the lives of patients by developing and commercializing first-in-class targeted therapies that advance patient care. Using our discovery model, Ardelyx scientists have characterized new biological mechanisms and pathways that have enabled us to develop a pipeline of drug candidates to manage complications related to kidney and cardiovascular diseases. Our lead candidate, tenapanor, is a first-in-class small molecule therapy for the treatment of hyperphosphatemia in adult patients with chronic kidney disease on dialysis. If approved, tenapanor could completely change the treatment paradigm in a disease state with significant unmet need. We are advancing the build of our commercial organization to be prepared for launch of tenapanor in mid-2021.


Human Resource Generalist Position Description:

As a member of a growing Human Resources team, the HR Generalist will work with the Associate Director of HR in providing support to all Ardelyx employees in the areas of HR operations, performance management, benefits support, talent acquisition, onboarding and employee relations. The position will interface directly with managers and employees across the company, as well as with external vendor partners. Responsibilities:

• Support employees in HR-related matters by assisting, resolving, and communicating employee questions, issues, or concerns in a timely fashion.
• Assist with HR Operational support including benefits management and HR systems applications.
• Provide guidance and advice to employees and managers related to HR programs and policies.
• Partner to deliver onboarding and training sessions or cascade company-wide HR initiatives.
• Provide hands-on support to managers in the process of performance management and related processes.
• Create and maintain up-to-date documentation and report as needed
• Conduct exit interviews, analyze data for trends and make recommendations for changes, as appropriate.
• Conduct quarterly new hire check-ins to gather employee feedback on the onboarding and integration within the company. Outline trends or gaps in data gathered and provide ideas for building effective solutions as needed.
• Contribute to the HR team by identifying areas to incorporate process improvement and implement best practices. Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist, Analyst or other role within a Human Resources team.
  • BS/BA in Human Resources, Business or related field.
  • Self-motivated, assertive, and self-confident with the ability to act with urgency and passion.
  • Proven ability to work with a high level of integrity, accuracy, and attention to detail.
  • Strong organizational skills in order to maintain a high level of productivity, innovation, and priority-setting.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively interfacing with all levels of management and departments within the company.
  • Ability to make thoughtful, integrated, timely and meaningful decisions and take corresponding actions.
  • Willingness to work collaboratively by incorporating diverse perspectives and appropriately managing relationships.
  • Entrepreneurial, enjoys working in a fast-paced, small-company environment.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical, life sciences or healthcare industry a plus.
  • Ability to work from the company's office located in Fremont, CA.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without the need for sponsorship. As a member of the Ardelyx team, you will play a key role in developing and bringing to market first-in-class medicines to better the lives of underserved patients. It's the patients in need that motivate and inspire us to be relentless and work hard every day. They push us to maintain a clear focus on scientific and clinical integrity with a commitment to medical innovation so that we can deliver exceptional medicines. We are different for good. Ardelyx, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer You have been redirected to a Ardelyx job page

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