Senior Human Resources Generalist

Tonix Pharmaceuticals* is a fully integrated, commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on central nervous system (CNS) and immunology treatments in areas of high unmet medical need. TONMYA® (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets 2.8 mg) is the first new treatment for fibromyalgia in adults in more than 15 years. Tonix’s CNS commercial infrastructure supports its marketed products, including its acute migraine products, Zembrace® Symtouch® (sumatriptan injection 3 mg) and Tosymra® (sumatriptan nasal spray 10 mg). Tonix is investigating TONMYA® in Phase 2 clinical trials to evaluate its potential in major depressive disorder and acute stress disorder/acute stress reaction. Tonix is also advancing a pipeline of immunology programs, including TNX-4800, a Phase 2 ready long-acting human anti- Borrelia OspA monoclonal antibody (mAb) for the prevention of Lyme disease in the U.S., and TNX-1500, a Phase 2 ready third-generation CD40 ligand inhibitor for the prevention of kidney transplant rejection. In addition, the Company is progressing TNX-2900 (intranasal potentiated oxytocin), which is Phase 2 ready for the treatment of Prader-Willi syndrome, a rare disease. To learn more, visit and follow the Company on  LinkedIn and  X .

*Tonix’s product development candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics; their efficacy and safety have not been established and have not been approved for any indication.

Zembrace SymTouch and Tosymra are registered trademarks of Tonix Medicines. TONMYA is a registered trademark of Tonix Pharma Limited. All other marks are property of their respective owners.

Job Summary

The Senior Human Resources Generalist supports employees, managers, and the HR team across key HR functions, including employee relations, workforce and talent planning, onboarding, offboarding, performance management, compensation administration, payroll backup, HRIS data integrity, compliance, reporting, and policy administration. This role serves as a key HR contact for routine employee and manager inquiries, supports complex workplace matters in partnership with HR leadership, and contributes to HR projects, training initiatives, professional development initiatives, process improvements, and other activities that support company objectives.

Essential Functions :

• Partners with the HRBP and HR Team to serve as HR contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and employment-related questions.


• Provides guidance on routine employee relations matters escalating complex issues as appropriate.


• Supports HRBP & Senior Director, HR with complex workplace investigations.


• Coordinates and assists HRBP with Workforce Planning, Talent Planning and calibrations.


• Administers onboarding and offboarding processes while maintaining accurate employee records.


• Coordinates annual performance review processes and supports HRBP with performance management and compensation administration.


• Serves as a back-up for payroll processing.


• Maintains HRIS data integrity and conduct regular audits of employee files and documentation.


• Ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.


• Generates HR metrics and reports for leadership.


• Creates, updates and enforces HR policies to align with company objectives.


• Participate in HR projects, employee training programs, professional development initiatives, process improvements, and other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This role does not include direct people management but may provide day‑to‑day guidance, project leadership, or functional oversight to team members and cross‑functional partners.

Necessary Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.


• Experience handling employee relations matters with professionalism and confidentiality.


• Working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, payroll, benefits administration, and HRIS systems.


• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.


• Experience in a regulated environment preferred.


• Dedicated team player who is able to withstand the high demands of a fast-paced environment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.


• Strong planning, technical and organizational skills required.


• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management, human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer


• Highly organized, results driven, problem solver,


• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.


• SHRM-CP or PHR certification or advance degree preferred.

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with demonstrated experience supporting employee relations, workforce planning, talent planning, performance management, benefits, HR compliance, and HRIS administration.


• Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, healthcare, or other regulated industry experience preferred.

Salary Range

$75,000 - $110,000 USD

* Please note that Tonix does not offer sponsorship for this role.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Compensation & Benefits

Tonix provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Programs


• Pet Insurance


• Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options


• Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays


• Career Development and Training

Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.