Human Resource Generalist

Absci is a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing novel therapeutics using generative AI. Our Integrated Drug Creation™ platform combines cutting-edge AI models with a synthetic biology data engine, enabling the rapid design of innovative therapeutics that address challenging therapeutic targets.

Absci is a global company headquartered in Vancouver, WA, and maintains offices in New York City, Switzerland, and Serbia. Learn more at www.absci.com or follow us on LinkedIn (@absci), X (@Abscibio), and YouTube.

We are currently seeking a detail-oriented HR Generalist to join our Human Resources team on a contract basis. This role will be responsible for benefits and compensation administration and compliance, leave management, and HR program support across the entire company. You work with a sense of urgency and thrive in a dynamic team and high-performance culture. This role is the first point of contact for HR-related matters which requires solid collaboration skills, excellent communication, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion while maintaining data accuracy and confidentiality 

• →Support core HR programs and processes, ensuring a positive employee experience, strong stakeholder coordination, and accurate, timely system updates.
• →Administer employee benefits programs (e.g., health, 401(k), FSA, wellness), including enrollments, changes, terminations, and open enrollment activities.
• →Conduct compensation analysis using market data; develop insights, support pay recommendations, and contribute to merit and compensation planning cycles.
• →Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and HRIS data in compliance with applicable laws and company standards.
• →Serve as a primary employee resource, responding to inquiries on policies, benefits, and HR programs in a timely, compliant, and customer-focused manner.
• →Manage employee lifecycle transactions (hires, changes, terminations) in partnership with Payroll, IT, and other stakeholders.
• →Administer leave of absence programs (FMLA, ADA, state and company leaves), including case management, documentation, and communication.
• →Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (e.g., wage & hour, ADA, FMLA, EEO) and maintain required reporting and documentation.
• →Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, compliance tracking, and reporting (e.g., EEO, affirmative action).
• →Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of HR programs, processes, and employee engagement initiatives.
• →Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and employee well-being.

• 5 years of related HR experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree
• Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills with proficiency
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS, and ATS systems (Rippling, Ashby are preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Experience with benefits administration and leave management processes

• We Believe in the Impossible:
• We are one team with one finish line: 
• We embrace our differences:
• We deliver Results: 
• We do the right thing: 
• Innovate because lives depend on it.