Talent Acquisition & Learning and Development Specialist

About Made Scientific

Made Scientific is a U.S.-based cell therapy contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) specializing in the development, manufacturing, and release of autologous and allogeneic cell therapy products for clinical and commercial supply. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, Made Scientific combines the agility of a specialist CDMO with the deep technical expertise to deliver reliable and scalable solutions, supported by their long-term strategic backer, GC Corporation, a global leader in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors.

Position Summary

The Talent Acquisition & Learning and Development (L&D) Specialist is responsible for attracting, recruiting, onboarding, and developing talent across the organization. This role combines end-to-end recruitment activities with the design, coordination, and delivery of employee learning and development initiatives. The specialist works closely with business leaders to ensure the organization attracts high-quality candidates, enhances employee capabilities, and supports workforce growth and succession planning.

Role is onsite Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

Talent Acquisition

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including workforce planning, job posting, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop effective recruitment strategies.
• Source candidates through job boards, social media platforms, professional networks, referrals, and recruitment agencies.
• Conduct candidate screenings, interviews, assessments, and reference checks.
• Coordinate interview schedules and facilitate the selection process.
• Maintain and update applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment databases.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring process.
• Develop employer branding initiatives to attract top talent.
• Monitor recruitment metrics such as time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, and quality-of-hire.

Learning & Development

• Assess organizational training needs through performance reviews, surveys, and stakeholder consultations.
• Design, coordinate, and deliver learning and development programs aligned with business objectives.
• Facilitate onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
• Manage internal and external training providers, workshops, and e-learning platforms.
• Create and maintain training materials, learning resources, and development plans.
• Track employee participation and evaluate training effectiveness through assessments and feedback.
• Support leadership development, succession planning, and career development initiatives.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

HR Support

• Collaborate with HR teams on employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Support performance management processes and development planning.
• Maintain training and recruitment records in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Assist with HR projects, audits, and organizational development initiatives.
• Prepare reports and presentations related to recruitment and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in talent acquisition, recruitment, learning and development, or a similar HR role.
• Knowledge of recruitment best practices, interviewing techniques, and employment legislation.
• Experience with Learning Management Systems (LMS) and Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Professional HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, CIPD, ATD) are an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong recruitment and talent sourcing skills.
• Training design, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR technology platforms.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Time-to-fill vacancies.
• Quality-of-hire and new hire retention rates.
• Candidate satisfaction scores.
• Training completion and participation rates.
• Learning effectiveness and post-training performance improvements.
• Employee engagement and retention metrics.
• Internal promotion and succession readiness rates.

Working Conditions

• Full-time on-site Monday-Friday.
• Occasional travel may be required for recruitment events, training sessions, or company meetings.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The organization is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.