Associate Director, Human Resources

Slingshot Biosciences is a fast-growing life sciences company seeking a motivated, creative Associate Director of Human Resources to serve as the sole HR leader and a trusted member of the executive leadership team. The ideal candidate is an experienced, execution-oriented HR professional who thrives in ambiguity, operates with the discipline of a department of one, and is capable of advising the CEO and executive team on workforce strategy while simultaneously managing day-to-day HR operations.

Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years of progressive HR generalist or HR business partner experience, ideally in a life sciences, biotech, or regulated environment.
• Demonstrated experience as a solo HR practitioner or department of one, with the ability to operate both strategically and administratively.
• Strong working knowledge of California employment law, federal regulations, and international employment considerations (EU/UK a plus).
• Experience with ATS platforms (Greenhouse preferred) and HRIS systems (Rippling, NetSuite, or equivalent).
• Proven ability to design and communicate compensation frameworks using market benchmarking data (Carta or equivalent).
• Experience supporting or leading workforce reductions, restructurings, and organizational change management.
• Executive-level communication skills; able to advise C-suite and middle management with sound judgment and well-reasoned recommendations.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple high-stakes workstreams simultaneously.

Benefits

• 401k Matching
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Visa Sponsorship
• Four Day Work Week
• Generous Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Relocation Assistance