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Human Resources Generalist

Epicypher Inc
Full-time
On-site
Durham, North Carolina, United States
HR Professional
We are seeking an experienced and collaborative Human Resources Generalist to support organizational effectiveness and employee engagement at EpiCypher®. This role partners closely with leadership and employees across the full employee lifecycle, including employee relations, compliance, compensation, benefits, performance management, and workplace culture. The HR Generalist plays a critical role in implementing people-focused policies and programs that align with business goals while fostering a positive, inclusive, and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee questions and concerns, providing guidance aligned with company policies and employment regulations.
  • Partner with leadership on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance concerns, and disciplinary actions.
  • Administer HR programs and processes, including onboarding and offboarding, performance management, benefits administration, payroll, and HRIS maintenance.
  • Evaluate and maintain compensation structures, including pay bands and salary ranges, using industry benchmarks and internal equity to support talent attraction and retention; recommend adjustments as appropriate.
  • Research and analyze industry benefits trends, employee priorities, and cost considerations; support data-driven recommendations to inform benefits planning.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by maintaining policies, procedures, and accurate employee records.
  • Support recruitment efforts by partnering with hiring managers and contributing to a positive candidate experience.
  • Promote employee engagement and a positive workplace culture through surveys, initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Five (5) to eight (8) years of progressive human resources experience with hands-on responsibility across core HR functions.
  • Strong working knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and people operations.
  • Advanced proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and Microsoft Office required.
  • Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with DiSC® principles and workplace communication styles; facilitation or coaching certification a plus.

Compensation

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
  • Generous benefits package includes subsidized health, dental, and vision; paid vacation, sick leave, and parental leave; federal and floating holidays; mental health day; 401(k) matching up to 6%; professional development reimbursement; paid life insurance; and stock options.

Travel Requirements

None

 

Direct Reports

None

 

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the Human Resources Generalist position, the employee must be able to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods as well as move about inside their office. The employee must be able to operate a computer and necessary office equipment. The employee must be able to position self to move objects and boxes weighing up to 10 pounds throughout the workday.



EpiCypher’s mission is to lead the epigenetics field in developing high-quality products and services that accelerate chromatin science to improve and extend human life. In this mission, we hold our core values in high regard: mutual respect, fairness, commitment to excellence, customer success, scientific advancement, effective communication, integrity, and teamwork.


EpiCypher is committed to providing a work environment that is free from all forms of harassment, discrimination, and inequality. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applications for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

 

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