Strategic Talent Sourcing Specialist

Edison Scientific

. Own top-of-funnel recruiting across AI engineering, applied science, computational biology, forward-deployed engineering, and GTM roles .

Posted 10/14/2026contractRemote • United States, CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 $50 - $80 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in top-of-funnel recruiting, particularly in AI engineering and computational biology, while effectively managing candidate pipelines and enhancing the candidate experience. Proficient in using data-driven insights to inform recruiting strategies and improve processes.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Outbound Pipeline GenerationCandidate EngagementTalent AssessmentTechnical Recruiting ExperienceATS Platform Familiarity

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Hard Skills

RecruitingSourcingCandidate ScreeningData AnalysisFull-Cycle Recruiting

Soft Skills

Exceptional ResponsivenessOrganizational SkillsEntrepreneurial Mindset

Tools & Technologies

AshbyJuiceboxGem

Industry Keywords

AI EngineeringComputational BiologyBiotechLife SciencesScientific Research

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own top-of-funnel recruiting across AI engineering, applied science, computational biology, forward-deployed engineering, and GTM roles
Build and maintain warm candidate pipelines before roles formally open
Coordinate candidates through the recruiting process
Develop AI-first sourcing strategies beyond conventional LinkedIn Recruiter searches
Run high-volume, high-quality candidate screens and provide actionable signal to hiring managers
Keep candidates engaged and excited about Edison throughout the process
Partner with hiring managers to calibrate requirements, challenge drift, and move quickly on strong candidates
Use pipeline metrics and market data to identify gaps and recommend adjustments
Advise the recruiting team and support a strong candidate experience
Handle project management, interview scheduling, and recruiting operations, systems, tools, and process improvements
Progress over time toward full-cycle recruiting ownership, including closing, offer management, and recruiting strategy
Work directly with hiring managers, scientists, engineers, and leadership
Report to the Talent Acquisition Leader

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of recruiting or sourcing experience with strong emphasis on outbound pipeline generation
Track record of finding, engaging, and converting passive candidates
Ability to capture relevant data and use it in decision-making and stakeholder influence
Strong talent assessment instincts and ability to explain sourcing decisions
Experience in fast-moving, early-stage environments where priorities and roles evolve
Exceptional candidate responsiveness, warmth, and clarity
Organized and metric-driven, with ability to track and improve personal funnel
Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to build new processes independently
Technical recruiting experience in AI, life sciences, biotech, computational biology, or scientific research environments is a bonus
Familiarity with ATS platforms such as Ashby and AI-first sourcing tools such as Juicebox and Gem is a bonus
Startup or hyper-growth sourcing experience is a bonus
Full-cycle recruiting support experience is a bonus
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must not require employment visa sponsorship currently or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary and equity
Full healthcare coverage; 100% of premiums paid for you and your dependents
Yearly new parent stipend
Fertility coverage through Carrot
Mental health support through Rula
12 weeks of paid parental leave for maternity, paternity, and adoption
Yearly employer-funded pet care stipend
Commuter benefits for transit and parking with pre-tax dollars
401(k) company matching
$300 quarterly health and wellness benefit
Free lunch every day in the office
Free dinner when working late in the office
Regular team off-sites and company events
Potential full-time conversion