Junior University Relations Recruiter Quantum Tech

Requirements 2-4 years of experience in recruiting, recruiting coordination, or talent operations , Familiarity with an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) (e.g., Lever, Greenhouse, Workday) , Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage high-volume scheduling and operational tasks , Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal , Ability to partner effectively with highly technical stakeholders (e.g., engineering, research, manufacturing teams) , Demonstrated attention to detail and accountability for deliverables , Interest in quantum computing, physics, engineering, or advanced manufacturing environments , (Desirable) Academic background in or familiarity with fields such as physics, engineering, materials science, or computer science , (Desirable) Exposure to recruiting for technical roles in hardware, research, or lab-based environments , (Desirable) Experience supporting internship, co-op, or new-graduate hiring programs , (Desirable) Experience coordinating interviews across multiple time zones , (Desirable) Experience in a startup, scale-up, or research-driven environment What the job involves We are looking for a Junior Recruiter to support our recruiting operations while developing long-term ownership of University and Early Career hiring , This role is well-suited for a recruiter who thrives in structured execution, enjoys working with deeply technical teams and is motivated to learn and grow in a highly specialized environment , This role includes periodic travel to support university outreach, career fairs, and early-career recruiting events aligned with Rigetti’s technical hiring needs , This role focuses on reliable execution, operational excellence, and skill development , The recruiter will work under the guidance of senior recruiters and leadership while independently owning defined recruiting activities and workflows, with increasing scope over time , The role requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, and a growing understanding of Rigetti’s technical domains , In the near term, this role will provide hands-on support for scheduling, ATS management, and recruiting coordination , Over time, the recruiter will assume increased responsibility for University and Early Career recruiting programs, including intern and new-graduate hiring aligned with Rigetti’s long-term talent strategy , As the role develops, there will also be an expectation to build foundational sourcing skills, gradually contributing to candidate identification, outreach, and pipeline development across technical roles , Own interview scheduling for technical roles, coordinating across candidates, hiring managers, interviewers, and recruiting partners , Maintain accurate, compliant, and well-organized candidate records in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) , Support job postings, candidate communications, interview logistics, and offer coordination , Ensure a high-quality candidate experience through timely communication and operational follow-through , Identify and flag scheduling risks, process gaps, or data quality issues to senior team members , Support and gradually take ownership of University Recruiting programs, including internships and entry-level technical roles , Partner with senior teammates to engage with universities, research programs, student organizations, and early-career talent communities , Assist with planning and execution of career fairs, campus visits, conferences, and virtual information sessions, including occasional travel to support outreach and hiring initiatives , Support creation and management of recruiting materials and event supplies, such as swag, handouts, presentations, and branded collateral, in partnership with Recruiting and Marketing teams , Help manage intern and early-career hiring workflows from requisition through conversion , Track and report on early-career recruiting metrics (e.g., pipeline health, interview outcomes, conversion rates) , Work closely with recruiters, hiring managers, and People team partners to support headcount planning and hiring priorities , Contribute to continuous improvement of recruiting processes, templates, documentation, and tools , Support special projects such as ATS clean-up & integrations, reporting improvements, or early-career program enhancements #J-18808-Ljbffr