<p>Our client, a rapidly growing biotech research company in Carlsbad, is expanding its People Operations team and seeking an <strong>HR Coordinator</strong> to support recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and day-to-day HR workflows. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented, highly organized, comfortable working with scientific and technical staff, and passionate about improving internal processes as the company scales.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with full-cycle recruiting including job postings, screening applicants, interview scheduling, and candidate correspondence</li><li>Prepare and maintain onboarding schedules, ensure new hire paperwork accuracy, and coordinate lab safety training and certifications</li><li>Manage employee records, HRIS data entry, personnel file audits, and compliance documentation</li><li>Support benefits administration including enrollment changes, eligibility tracking, and open enrollment coordination</li><li>Provide HR support for lab managers, engineering teams, and administrative staff</li><li>Assist HR leadership with culture-building initiatives, employee engagement activities, and recognition programs</li><li>Track mandatory training, credentialing, and continuing education requirements</li><li>Maintain confidentiality at all times while acting as a trusted resource for employees</li></ul>