Recruiter / Senior Recruiter, Research & Development (R&D)

Recruiter or Senior Recruiter

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

We're looking for a Recruiter or Senior Recruiter to join our growing People Operations team. In this role, you will primarily support hiring across our Research & Development (R&D) organization, including Bioinformatics and other PhD-level scientific roles, while also partnering with teams across the broader business. This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who thrives as an embedded recruiting partner and enjoys building strong, long-term relationships with hiring managers across scientific and business functions.

What You'll Do:

1. Own full-cycle recruiting for a diverse set of roles, with a primary focus on technical and scientific (PhD-level) positions, from role intake through offer negotiation.
2. Build and maintain strong, consultative relationships with hiring managers, operating as an embedded recruiting partner who deeply understands team goals, talent needs, and long-term workforce planning.
3. Partner closely with hiring managers to define role requirements, advise on hiring process, and develop effective hiring strategies informed by market insights and business priorities.
4. Design and execute targeted sourcing strategies using a variety of tools and platforms, including Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter.
5. Manage candidate pipelines and maintain accurate, up-to-date records within our applicant tracking system (Workday).
6. Serve as a trusted talent advisor, guiding hiring managers on interview best practices, candidate evaluation, and hiring tradeoffs.
7. Champion an exceptional candidate experience through clear communication, thoughtful engagement, and timely follow-up.
8. Collaborate with recruiting and People Operations partners on process improvements, recruiting initiatives, and hiring efforts.
9. Track and analyze recruiting metrics to deliver data-driven insights to hiring managers and leadership.

What You Bring:

• 3+ years of full-cycle, in-house recruiting experience, ideally within healthcare, biotech, life sciences, or a related technical environment.
• Demonstrated experience partnering closely with hiring managers as a strategic advisor rather than operating in a transactional or agency-style recruiting model.
• Experience recruiting for highly specialized or advanced-degree (PhD-level) scientific roles.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple searches simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence, build trust, and navigate complex stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proficiency with ATS and sourcing tools such as Workday and LinkedIn Recruiter

About the People Operations Team:

The People Operations team at Tempus is a small, highly collaborative, and cross-functional group that partners closely with leaders across the organization. We proactively identify hiring needs, advise on talent strategy, and work as an extension of our hiring teams to attract and assess top talent. We support the candidate journey from initial outreach through onboarding and take pride in delivering a thoughtful, inclusive, and high-touch experience for candidates and internal stakeholders alike.

Illinois Pay Range (Recruiter / Senior Recruiter): $55,000 $90,000 USD

The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.