Senior Director, Human Resources

Alzheon, Inc. is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a broad portfolio of product candidates and diagnostic assays for patients suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other neurodegenerative disorders. We are committed to developing innovative medicines by directly addressing the underlying pathology of devastating neurodegenerative disorders. Our lead Alzheimer’s clinical candidate, ALZ-801 , is an oral agent in Phase 3 development as a potentially disease modifying treatment for AD. ALZ-801 is an oral small molecule that fully blocks formation of neurotoxic soluble amyloid oligomers in the brain. Our clinical expertise and technology platform are focused on developing drug candidates and diagnostic assays using a precision medicine approach based on individual genetic and biomarker information to advance therapies with the greatest impact for patients.

Our experienced and passionate drug development team is focused on applying precision medicine, cutting-edge disease biomarkers, brain imaging and unique biologic insights to advance therapies with the greatest impact for patients. We are seeking individuals with an entrepreneurial spirit to join our team and help make the first oral Alzheimer’s disease-modifying therapy a reality for patients and their families, in a few short years.

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Human Resources will play a critical role in shaping the company’s people strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals, and fostering a high-performance culture. This role will oversee all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, organizational development, compensation and benefits, compliance, and culture-building initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR leadership within the life sciences industry and a proven track record of success in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies that align with the company’s mission, values, and business objectives
• Build and manage recruitment and onboarding processes to attract and retain top industry talent
• Establish and implement HR policies, programs, and initiatives to support a positive and engaging workplace culture
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on organizational development, employee relations, and talent management strategies
• Oversee benefits administration, ensuring competitive and cost-effective health, wellness, and retirement plans to attract and retain top talent
• Lead benchmarking and market analysis efforts to ensure the company remains competitive in compensation and benefits
• Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, and industry regulations regarding compensation and benefits
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, industry regulations, and company policies
• Develop and implement HR systems and metrics to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency
• Support change management and organizational growth strategies, ensuring smooth transitions as the company scales
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience; pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and regulatory requirements in a highly regulated industry
• Experience in a pre-commercial or high-growth company environment is highly desirable
• Proven ability to build, develop, and scale HR functions in a dynamic organization
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution and problem-solving
• Proficiency in HR technology, analytics, and metrics-driven decision-making

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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