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Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory Human Resources Generalist in COLD SPRING HARBOR, New York

Position Description As a key member of the Human Resources team at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory - a globally recognized research institution advancing biomedical science and education - the Human Resources Generalist provides comprehensive HR support to faculty, researchers, managers, and staff, ensuring high-quality services in recruitment, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations that align with Laboratory policies, employment law, and best practices. The HR Generalist assists recruitment, hiring, and onboarding activities, particularly for non-benefits eligible positions, partnering closely with hiring managers and HR colleagues to ensure compliant, efficient processes and a positive candidate experience. The role requires sounds judgement, discretion, and professionalism in a fast paced, research driven setting. Position Responsibilities Recruitment & Talent ManagementAssist full-cycle recruitment for administrative, technical, research, student, seasonal, temporary, and part-time non-benefits-eligible positions, including requisition review, job postings, sourcing, Screening, interviewing, referring candidates, selection, and onboarding.Reviewing requisitions for accuracy and ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures.Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies for non-scientific roles using on-line platforms, social media, college recruiting, periodical advertising, job fairs, employee referrals, professional organizations and community/ non-profit groups.Screen, interview and refer qualified candidates; track and update candidate status through the recruitment and selection process and ensuring data integrity.Extend offers, prepare offer letters, manage offer negotiations within established budget and compensation guidelines, and coordinate start dates.Conduct reference and background checks in accordance with policy.Build and maintain talent pipelines for high-demand or hard-to-fill roles.Stay current on recruitment trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve hiring outcomes.Deliver recruitment training and interview guidance to hiring managers to align on hiring goals, criteria and compliance requirements.Coordinate with external agencies and vendors as needed.Onboarding, Orientation & LearningOverseeing Onboarding Systems to assign checklists, collect and process completed documentation and ensure compliance for Seasonal, Temporary, Part-Time Non-Benefit eligible employees.Organize and conduct orientation sessions for new hires.Ensure new employees have the tools, resources and information needed to integrate successfully into the organization.Serve as administrator for LinkedIn Learning and support learning platforms as assigned.Design and format HR-related communication and training materials using tools such as Microsoft Office, Canva, and Adobe.Employee Relations & HR SupportServe as an initial HR point of contact for managers and employees on employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace conduct, policy interpretation, and conflict resolution.Conduct intake, gather relevant information, and assess employee relations issues, escalating matters to the VP of Human Resources as appropriate.Provide guidance on routine corrective actions and performance management, referring complex matters, investigations, and termination decisions to the VP of Human Resources.Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and documentation in accordance with institutional policies and legal requirements.Compliance & Policy AdministrationEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and institutional policies.Assist with audits, reporting, and compliance reviews.Quickly acquire and apply knowledge of laboratory-specific policies, procedures, and systems.HR Operations & SystemsUtilize HRIS platforms (e.g., Lawson/ Workday and similar systems).Support job classific

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