Talent Acquisition Associate

Talent Acquisition Associate About DelRicht Research DelRicht Research is one of the fastest-growing independent clinical research site networks in the United States. We help move medicine forward by partnering with pharmaceutical companies to evaluate new medications through outpatient clinical trials. Our research spans general medicine, obesity and weight management, diabetes, dermatology, cardiology and psychiatry. The Opportunity Our Talent Acquisition team builds the high-performing teams that fuel DelRicht's growth. As a Talent Acquisition Associate, you'll own a portfolio of assigned searches from intake through onboarding, partner closely with hiring managers and build proactive talent pipelines that support our continued expansion. Success in this role comes from balancing speed, quality and communication while delivering an exceptional candidate experience and ensuring every search moves forward with urgency and discipline. What You'll Do Own Assigned Searches Lead intake meetings, establishing clear expectations from the beginning of every search. Proactively source candidates across multiple channels instead of relying solely on inbound applicants. Build talent pools for recurring and difficult-to-fill positions. Screen and present qualified candidate slates while maintaining a high hiring bar. Facilitate competency-based interviews and support evidence-based hiring decisions. Evaluate sourcing effectiveness and adjust strategies based on hiring results and market feedback. Maintain momentum from sourcing through onboarding. Identify hiring risks early and recommend solutions before timelines are impacted. Partner With Hiring Managers Build strong partnerships with hiring managers through consistent and proactive communication and reliable execution. Share market insights, candidate feedback and recruiting best practices throughout the hiring process. Challenge unrealistic expectations when appropriate and align hiring decisions with market realities and business needs. Hold hiring managers accountable for interview feedback, timely decisions and adherence to DelRicht's hiring process. Drive Process Excellence Maintain accurate hiring data in Greenhouse. Coordinate interviews and ensure candidates move efficiently through the process. Leverage recruiting technology to improve efficiency and hiring quality. Monitor recruiting metrics, identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements. Deliver a professional candidate experience from application through onboarding. Technology You'll Use This role requires comfort working with modern recruiting technology, such as: Greenhouse, Metaview, LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, Handshake, Google Workspace. Experience with these or similar platforms is strongly preferred. Experience learning and quickly adopting similar recruiting technologies is also valued. What Success Looks Like Fill assigned positions within hiring targets. Build strong candidate pipelines before searches become urgent. Keep hiring managers informed throughout every search. Maintain accurate recruiting data and strong process discipline. Deliver a responsive, professional candidate experience. Strengthen DelRicht's hiring process through thoughtful feedback and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For Required Qualifications 2+ years of full-cycle recruiting or talent acquisition experience. Experience managing multiple open requisitions simultaneously. Experience partnering directly with hiring managers. Experience using a next generation ATS, AI Recruiting Tools, common job boards and sourcing platforms. Excellent communication, organization and time management skills. Thinks critically, solves problems independently and recognizes when to seek guidance before taking action. Comfortable navigating ambiguity while maintaining sound judgment and attention to detail. Ability to work onsite in Metairie, LA. Preferred Qualifications Experience recruiting healthcare or clinical research professionals. Experience working in a data driven organization. Experience with competency-based interviewing. The Competencies That Matter Most Drives Results : Makes thoughtful decisions by considering downstream impacts. Attracts Top Talent : Builds strong pipelines and hires exceptional candidates. Decision Quality : Uses sound judgment, data and structured interviews to make hiring recommendations. Customer Focus : Builds strong relationships with hiring managers and candidates through responsive service. Optimizes Work Processes : Leverages technology and continuously improves recruiting workflows. Nimble Learning : Seeks feedback, adapts quickly and continuously develops recruiting expertise. Our Culture We value people who embody: Production : Delivers results, takes initiative and solves problems. Humility : Coachable, collaborative and team-oriented. Consistency : Executes with accuracy, professionalism and accountability. Why DelRicht? You’ll join a growing Talent Acquisition team that is investing in modern recruiting technology, competency-based hiring, hiring quality measurement and data-driven decision making. You’ll work directly with business leaders, influence important hiring decisions and help build the teams that support DelRicht's continued growth. DelRicht Research’s Core Values Production: We deliver on our promises We have a bias towards action: we value independent problem solving We proactively over deliver: we can act without being told what to do and we always have new ideas that will be heard and will improve the company Humility: We support each other relentlessly We always have enthusiasm: we exhibit passion and excitement about our work which leads to everyone having a 'can do' attitude We embrace change: we are excited to always be growing and moving the organization forward which means change is the norm for us Coachable: we all love to learn, we are willing to be taught and will adapt quickly Consistency: We always are able to execute: we get it right the first time and promote 'touch it once' accuracy We have persistence: we demonstrate the tenacity and willingness to go the distance to get something done We are calm under pressure: we can maintain stable performance when under heavy pressure or stress Team Perks & Benefits at DelRicht Research Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability Generous Paid Time Off that builds throughout your career with the company No nights or weekends 401K (+ discretionary match/profit sharing) Exceptional quarterly bonus plan that clearly outlines your bonus potential per quarter and giving the team the visibility and control to maximize earnings by hitting team goals Job Type: Full-Time 40+ hrs We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr