Clinical Trials Office Recruiter

We are looking to hire an enthusiastic and dedicated CTO Recruiter to support the Massey Cancer Center Clinical Trials Office and its portfolio of staff searches.

This role will lead and manage the full life cycle of recruitment for all CTO positions.

Massey Cancer Center Mission :

To improve the lives of all Virginians by delivering cutting-edge cancer care through patient-centered prevention and treatment;

high-impact, innovative research; community input and engagement; and education and training of the next generation of researchers and healthcare professionals.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) Massey Cancer Center is a nationally ranked cancer center located in the heart of Downtown Richmond.

All full-time staff is eligible for our generous benefits package that includes choices for health, vision, and dental coverage, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, retirement planning, tax-deferred annuity, and cash match programs, flexible spending accounts, tuition benefits, significant paid-time off,12 paid holidays, and more.

This position is eligible for flexible work arrangements.

Veterans : VCU faculty and University and Academic Professionals are now eligible for enhanced leave accrual rates based on verified military service.

The calculation of these leave accrual rates will include a veteran's verified service in the military, National Guard, Reserves (active or inactive duty) and full-time state or Federal National Guard duty.

Eligible employees must supply DD-214 documentation for each period of military service to receive this benefit.

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The CTO Recruiter will have a significant impact on attracting the next generation of staff in the Clinical Trials Office.

The ideal candidate will be a professional with significant, demonstrated experience in building and maintaining trusted relationships in a complex environment, developing robust recruitment strategies whilst contributing to a high performing team.

The ideal candidate fosters a vibrant, engaging and inclusive campus environment and effectively sources and recruits top talent that will further support the CTO’s growth.

VCU recognizes that remote work and flexible work arrangements are an important part of employees' work / life balance and provide employees with the flexibility to be successful on and off of the VCU campus.

The CTO Recruiter will have the option to work remotely, if desired.

Position responsibilities :

Develop effective recruitment strategies by taking a consultative approach with hiring teams

Utilize innovative sourcing techniques to find, connect and recruit top talent.

Partner with hiring manager and HRP to produce quality job specifications and descriptions

Design a proactive approach to reaching passive candidates. Develop strategies to attract passive candidates.

Post robust job ads on institution site, social media channels, and relevant professional sites and job boards

Cultivate a network of potential candidates through proactive market research, events and on-going relationship management

Manage resume, cover letter, and application evaluation process

Conduct phone screens to deliver the best qualified candidates to meet the institutions needs

Plan, facilitate, and serve as point of contact for key meetings, interviews and campus visits

Maintain a solid understanding of industry trends and provide insight into the competitive landscape

Monitor and apply HR recruiting best practices

Provide analytical and well documented recruiting reports to the rest of the team

Act as a point of contact and build influential candidate relationships during the selection process

Attend various industry events and career fairs

Minimal Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, psychology communications, a relevant field, or equivalent experience

3-5 year senior level experience in recruitment and human resources

Demonstrated ability to recruit and source diverse passive talent

Ability to create robust recruitment strategies

Strong knowledge of interview techniques and effective resume evaluation methods

Excellent interpersonal, decision-making, and communication skills

Ability to create presentation and reports

Exceptional time-management, attention-to-detail, critical thinking, and organizational skills

Execute on individual assignments and projects independently and / or collaboratively as part of a high performing team

Ability to sell the organization to candidates

Excellent judgment and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive issues and information

Ability to project a knowledgeable and professional image to clients, candidates and colleagues

Technically savvy with experience with HR databases, applicant tracking systems, and Microsoft office suite

Proven ability to work in an environment with high visibility and the ability to manage complex and sensitive situations independently.

Track record of flawless execution and a strong ability to multitask in a fast paced, deadline driven environment

Demonstrated experience fostering a diverse and inclusive environment and an expressed commitment to do so while at VCU

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced recruiting techniques experience and strong executive level facilitation skills

SHRM Certified

Salary Range : commensurate with experience, starting at $60,000

Position Details :

Department : Massey Cancer Center

Employment Type : UF - University Employee FT

Restricted Status : No

FTE : 1

Exemption Status : Exempt

ORP eligible : no

University Job Family : Human Resources, Sr. HR Specialist, 23214N