About Us 

Why We Exist 

Faro Health is dedicated to making clinical development more data-driven, streamlined, and efficient. We empower clinical study teams to design optimized clinical protocols in a digital-native way, providing insights that can reduce patient and site burden, costs, and complexity, while laying the foundation for downstream data flow and process automation. Our mission is rooted in a commitment to accelerate clinical development, and ultimately deliver therapeutic advances to patients faster and more efficiently. 

Who We Are 

Our people are the foundation of our current and future success. We prioritize hiring top talent who contribute to a vibrant culture driven by a growth mindset. We maintain high standards and a fast-paced environment, holding each other accountable as we work towards a mission greater than ourselves.

What We Do

Our AI-powered software platform provides powerful real-time insights that optimize clinical trial design while laying the foundation for downstream data flow and process automation. Through our flagship product, Study Designer, Faro empowers sponsors to create smarter trials, reducing costs and accelerating milestones while improving patient and site experiences.

About You 

The Role

As Faro Health’s HR Manager you will be responsible for the development and execution of the human resource strategies that fuel the short-term and long-term organizational priorities. This is a part-time position with the expectation of 25 hours per week.

Your Focus

You will be responsible for overseeing hiring, employee learning and development, employee performance assessment, compensation planning, HR operations, and compliance with state and federal labor laws.  As the HR Manager, you will report directly to the Controller.  Additionally you will interact with the CEO regarding compensation and HR matters as needed.

Your Responsibilities 

Oversee Hiring of New Employees

• Working with team members to create specifications for new hires
• Coordinate with in-house and third-party recruiters regarding the hiring process 
• Assist negotiations with candidates for new positions
• Oversee training of existing employees on best practices for interviewing candidates

Implement compensation and benefits programs that drive high performance

• Assist in designing the compensation structure and programs aligned to attract and retain the talent needed to build the business (i.e., compensation, equity plan, sales compensation)
• Assist in evaluating and implementing comprehensive and competitive benefits programs (medical, wellness, disability, 401k, etc.)
• Evaluate and implement employee recognition and reward programs including peer-to-peer recognition
• Help design and implement a performance management system where employees feel valued, receive timely feedback, and ensure accountability to results.
• Coordinate annual compensation planning

Runs HR Operations effectively and efficiently

• Manage the HRIS platform to ensure accurate and useful employee data
• Leverage HR metrics to monitor HR program impact and make adjustments based on trends
• Ensure compliance with state and federal labor laws
• Optimize the HR budget based on organizational priorities

Enhance the capabilities of employees and leaders at all levels

• Help define a clear organizational structure and position levels that help employees know their roles and the opportunities for upward mobility in the company.
• Collaborate with employees on personal development plans to grow their careers
• Help design, create, and deliver leadership development programs that ensure leaders have the necessary skills to excel (current and future)
• Partner with team leaders to establish highly effective teams 

Contribute to a culture where employees thrive

• Shepherd the cultural attributes that drive the desired culture  
• Support senior management’s communication strategy and reinforce key messaging through the organization
• Ensure an exceptional employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle that leads to high levels of employee engagement 
• Manage employee relations, conflicts, and investigations consistent with company core values
• Oversee diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management or consulting experience in HR and talent development, within a growing software/technology business.
• Proven ability to handle challenging HR matters in a productive and professional manner.
• Excellent team player with demonstrated track record of success in a cross-functional team environment. 
• Consistent commitment to delivering on company goals with a sense of shared urgency.
• Experience with Google Suite, Microsoft Suite required. Experience with Slack, Carta and payroll systems preferred.
• Location: San Diego, with the expectation of being in the office as needed (2-3 days per week).

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Good emotional intelligence and engaging interpersonal interaction style 
• Strong attention to details and ability to triage and aid in resolution of escalations.
• Team player with ability to work independently; ability to adjust to changing priorities.
• Goal-oriented, with strong problem solving skills
• Ability to project and maintain a professional and positive attitude.

Benefits

Compensation

• Hourly range for this position is $60.00 - $73.00 per hour.
• Individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training