Junior Recruiter, R&D

Job Description

Job Title: Junior Recruiter, R&D. Location: Berkeley, CA or Fremont, CA, USA

Responsibilities:

• Manage interview scheduling for technical roles across candidates, hiring managers, and recruiters
• Maintain accurate records in the ATS system and support job postings, communications, and offer coordination
• Ensure a strong candidate experience through timely communication and process execution;
• Support and gradually own university recruiting programs, including internships and entry-level hiring
• Assist with career fairs, campus visits, conferences, and virtual recruiting events, including travel
• Manage recruiting materials such as presentations, branded content, and event supplies
• Track and report recruiting metrics like pipeline health and conversion rates
• Collaborate with hiring teams on headcount planning and hiring priorities;
• Contribute to process improvements, documentation, and recruiting tools
• Support special projects like ATS cleanup, integrations, and reporting enhancements

Qualifications:

• 2–4 years of experience in recruiting, coordination, or talent operations
• Familiarity with Applicant Tracking Systems such as Lever, Greenhouse, or Workday
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle high-volume tasks
• Clear written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work with technical teams in engineering, research, or manufacturing
• Strong attention to detail and accountability
• Interest in quantum computing, engineering, or advanced technology environments

Preferred:

• Background or familiarity with physics, engineering, materials science, or computer science
• Experience recruiting for technical or research roles
• Experience supporting internship or early-career hiring programs
• Experience coordinating across multiple time zones;
• Experience in startups, scale-ups, or research-driven environments

Benefits and Compensation:

• Salary range: $100,000 – $120,000 per year
• Equity, medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and paid parental leave;
• Rejuvenation days and competitive vacation policy
• Opportunity to work in a high-impact quantum computing environment