Temporary Human Resources Associate - College of Science

About the OpportunityJob SummaryThe College of Science at Northeastern University seeks a Temporary Human Resources Associate who will provide administrative and operational support for a variety of HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, employee transactions, compliance, and personnel records management. This temporary position serves as a key resource to managers, faculty, and staff by helping ensure HR processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with university policies.ResponsibilitiesSupport recruitment and hiring activities, including requisition management, offer preparation, and onboarding coordination for postdoctoral research associates and part-time faculty within the College of ScienceServe as a point of contact for new hires and assist managers throughout the hiring and onboarding processProcess and track HR transactions related to appointments, employee changes, and separations, including coordinating visa-related employment activities.Support requests for academic visitors (visiting faculty, scholars, and students)Coordinate compliance-related activities, including employment verification and required documentationMaintain accurate personnel records and assist with HR reporting and data managementRespond to employee and manager inquiries and collaborate with University HR partners to resolve issuesAssist with temporary staffing, special projects, and process improvement initiatives as neededQualificationsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experienceOne to three years of professional experience in human resources, administration, or a related field; preferably within a higher education settingStrong organizational, communication, and customer service skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentialityProficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems, such as WorkdayFamiliarity with recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle processes, and international hiring or visa processes preferred.Additional Information: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position will not be sponsored for a work visa.Position TypeTemporaryAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.Pay Rate:$32 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Northeastern University