People and Talent Partner

About ZymoChem

ZymoChem is breakthrough science for a fossil-free future.  We accelerate the transition to a real-zero economy by developing bio-based materials for everyday products.  Our platform is powered by proprietary carbon conserving (C2) microbes that convert renewable feedstocks into high-value materials while radically minimizing CO2 loss during the production phase.  

ZymoChem recently closed a $21 million Series A round of fundraising to support the launch of our first high-performance material and to advance our first partnered product to commercial scale.  In addition to this funding from premier domestic & international venture capital firms, we are also supported by existing revenues from commercial partnerships with world-leading companies and funding from multiple government awards, including a 2023 $4MM grant from the Department of Energy. 

With a plan to double our team in 2024-25, we seek candidates who are motivated by science & innovation and have a passion to push the boundaries of materials performance.  We are collaborative, multidisciplinary, and relentlessly committed to creating a chemicals, materials, and products industry in tune with the 21st century. 

Our Mission: To catalyze a real-zero economy with drop-in, bio-based solutions.

Our Vision: To live in a world in which the goods we depend on every day are bio-manufactured from 100% renewable materials and designed for a sustainable economy - without compromise.

Our Values: Lead with Compassion, Aspire Collectively, Evolve Continuously, Innovate with Impact, Scale Sustainably

Position Summary

The People & Talent Partner position is responsible for the company’s talent acquisition efforts, employee experience, and people operations.  This position is an excellent fit for a HR professional who is hands-on, data-driven, both team & culture-focused, and looking to further develop knowledge related to hiring & retention best practices, training & development, employee engagement, benefits administration, and strong people & systems skills. The People & Talent Partner position collaborates with various departments and reports to the company’s Head of People by providing high quality service to all prospective, current, and former employees.

Responsibilities

• Champion company culture and employer brand by organizing team activities, volunteering and social events to ensure alignment with the company’s mission, vision, and values. 
• ​​Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and closing candidates.
  • Partner with hiring managers to understand the specific needs of each role and provide tailored recruitment strategies
  • Track, analyze, and leverage key recruiting metrics to continuously optimize the recruitment process and meet hiring goals
  • Support seamless onboarding for new hires, collaborating with People and technical teams to ensure a smooth transition into the company
• Responsible for onboarding new hires and offboarding terminations.
• Assist with maintaining and facilitating employee policies, managing benefits administration, safety needs, performance management process, and professional development tracking.
• Performs internal and external audit and research projects.
• Work closely with the company’s PEO (JustWorks) and provide oversight of people operations’ needs, ensuring compliance with regional, state, and federal laws and regulations
• Serve as systems administrator for HRIS system, ATS, and other related systems, ensuring integrity of data and providing reports and analysis to support the business
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 6+ years of recruitment experience required; general HR experience preferred
• Experience working in the biotech & pharmaceutical industries preferred 
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and diplomacy
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws & statutes
• Ability to act proactively, independently, and with a high degree of adaptability
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills among many stakeholders and levels in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong computer skills including MS Office, Google Suite, HRIS, ATS, LinkedIn, job posting sites, and familiarity with Zoom and Slack preferred
• Excellent time management skills, effective with multitasking, and an adept ability to improvise work plans while maintaining efficiency
• Ability to act proactively, independently, and with a high degree of adaptability
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills among many stakeholders and levels in a fast-paced environment.

Culture and Benefits

ZymoChem offers full-time employees a competitive base salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company culture that’s collaborative, multidisciplinary, and committed to a big vision for positively impacting the world. We seek candidates who are motivated by our mission and are equally passionate toward pushing the boundaries to build a sustainable future. Located in the vibrant East Bay area of San Francisco, our headquarters are housed at Gate 510, a state-of-the-facility with many in-house and nearby amenities.

Full-time opportunities at ZymoChem come with: 

• Competitive salary range of $90,000 to $120,000 annually depending on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package includes company stock options, 401(k) retirement plan (includes a corporate match), medical, dental, and vision healthcare coverage, and life and long-term disability insurance.
• Additional benefits include FSA, commuter, and supplemental life insurance.
• Flexible time off policy with 18 days Paid Time Off (PTO) per year and 11 paid company holidays per year.
• Relocation assistance may be agreed upon as well.

If this opportunity sounds exciting and aligns with your career aspirations, we want to hear from you!  Please send your resume/CV and a cover letter through our website job posting.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. ZymoChem may agree to sponsor an individual for an employment visa immediately or in the future if there is a shortage of individuals with particular skills for this job.  In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.