VP, PEOPLE

ABOUT US:

Scripps Research is a nonprofit biomedical institute ranked as one of the most influential in the world for its impact on innovation. We celebrated our 100-year legacy in 2024. This significant milestone marks a century of seminal discoveries in immunology, infectious diseases (such as COVID-19, flu, HIV), neuroscience, heart disease, cancer, and more. Located in La Jolla, California, the institute houses six research departments, multiple Nobel laureates, a top-ranked graduate school and a leading postdoctoral training program. We work hand-in-hand with researchers of the Scripps Research Translational Institute and Calibr to merge foundational studies in biology, chemistry and computer science with translational science to produce pioneering drugs and advances in digital and precision medicine. Together, we cultivate new scientific leaders and expand the frontiers of knowledge to deliver medical breakthroughs impacting human health around the globe. If you have a passion for making a difference, this could be your opportunity to join our transformative team.

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POSITION TITLE: VP, People

POSITION SUMMARY:

Scripps Research is seeking an innovative, data-driven, and collaborative VP, People with a proven track record of attracting, developing, and retaining top talent. The VP, People will serve as a leader across the organization, driving culture, communicating key messages, and embodying core values. The ideal candidate is experienced in life sciences, has had a broad range of responsibilities within the People function, and played a key role in effecting digital and organizational transformation.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Develop and implement a people practices strategy that aligns with the overall mission and strategy of the organization, driving innovative best practices and policies to foster a highly engaged and high-performing culture of success, accountability, transparency, and collaboration.
• Ensure comprehensive approaches to employee engagement, culture, and retention by refining compensation and benefits, career paths, succession planning, and learning and development opportunities.
• Act as a proactive strategic partner to senior leadership team to provide insights and problem solving on critical People issues to support their organizations' objectives and key results.
• Foster a collaborative culture that reflects organizational values, attracts top talent, and advances engagement, effectiveness, and innovation.
• Develop and track key metrics (and goals) to measure effectiveness of People functions.
• Coach and mentor leaders to ensure organizational bench strength.
• Assess and identify key systems and resources to further the Institute's digital transformation initiatives.
• Details of established essential functions for this position will be addressed/discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 15+ years' related work experience, preferably in the biotechnology or technology sectors or life sciences academic / research institutions, with a track record of growing and managing organizations in fast-paced, fluid environments. Subject matter expertise in 2 or more HR areas required.
• Demonstrated success as a trusted HR Business Partner supporting senior leadership and executives.
• Experience building and managing highly collaborative and effective data-driven teams supporting multiple organizations / business units, as well as spearheading and shepherding organizational and / or process transformation
• Commitment to building a culture of collaboration, performance, transparency and integrity.
• Adaptable to changing priorities while effectively managing multiple commitments, at times on tight deadlines.
• Strategic mindset coupled with the ability and willingness to roll up sleeves where necessary and desire to constantly improve the status quo.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with proven experience in cultivating cross-collaborative working relationships across an organization and ability to influence at all levels
• Bachelor's degree required; certifications in HR preferred (SPHR, GPHR, SHRM).
• While subject to change based on business needs, this is an on-campus position requiring a minimum of 4 days per week working onsite from our La Jolla campus, with flexibility to work 1 day per week remotely from home.

COMPENSATON:

The expected hiring range for this position is $300,000 to $375,000/annually, commensurate with experience. Consideration will be given to experience that exceeds the listed requirements.

Scripps Research has partnered with Daversa Partners in the Search for a VP, People. To be considered, please submit your Cover Letter and Resume directly to Charlotte Clark at Charlotte@daversapartners.com

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Employer Contributed Retirement Plan - Depending on eligibility, employees receive an employer contributed retirement plan (no employee contribution required) and the option to contribute to a 403(b) (which is similar to a 401(k) using your own pre or post-tax dollars)
• Full Suite of Health and Welfare plans including three medical plan options (including an HSA available option), dental, vision, life insurance, disability, EAP and more
• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical/Dependent Care)
• Competitive vacation and sick leave policies
• Free, on-site parking

The above statements describe the level of work performed and expected in general terms. The statements are not intended to list all the responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of employees so classified, and the content herein is subject to change due to the business needs of Scripps Research, with or without notice. Furthermore, nothing in this job description shall be interpreted to be in conflict with or to eliminate or modify in any way the employment-at-will status of Scripps Research staff.

EEO Statement:

The Scripps Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background in the fields of science. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic or status. Underrepresented individuals are encouraged to apply.