Faculty HR Associate

About the Opportunity

The College of Science at Northeastern University seeks a Faculty Human Resources Associate who will provide administrative and operational support for a variety of HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, employee transactions, compliance, and personnel records management. This temporary position serves as a key resource to managers, faculty, and staff by helping ensure HR processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with university policies.

• Support recruitment and hiring activities, including requisition management, offer preparation, and onboarding coordination for postdoctoral research associates and part-time faculty within the College of Science
• Serve as a point of contact for new hires and assist managers throughout the hiring and onboarding process
• Process and track HR transactions related to appointments, employee changes, and separations, including coordinating visa-related employment activities.
• Support requests for academic visitors (visiting faculty, scholars, and students)
• Coordinate compliance-related activities, including employment verification and required documentation
• Maintain accurate personnel records and assist with HR reporting and data management
• Respond to employee and manager inquiries and collaborate with University HR partners to resolve issues
• Assist with temporary staffing, special projects, and process improvement initiatives as needed

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• One to three years of professional experience in human resources, administration, or a related field; preferably within a higher education setting
• Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and HR information systems, such as Workday
• Familiarity with recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle processes, and international hiring or visa processes preferred.

Temporary

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position will not be sponsored for a work visa.

Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.

Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for more information.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

$32 per hour