BioHive Returnship Program Coordinator

Type of Employment
:
Short‑Term, Contract (26 weeks)

Projected

Start Date:

Late January 2026

Bio Hive is expanding its Life Sciences Returnship Initiative (LSRI) that helps curate returnship opportunities in Utah’s life sciences industry. Return ships are short, project‑based roles that offer experienced professionals who have been on a career break a pathway to re‑enter the workforce. They focus on upskilling individuals to current standards, providing opportunities for mentorship & networking, and creating a transitional learning environment preceding full‑time employment.

Bio Hive aims to hire two Program Coordinators to support LSRI programming. Returners may be prioritized for this role.

• LSRI Program Development:
  Contribute toward the refinement, implementation, and continuous improvement of Bio Hive’s LSRI program to meet the diverse needs of our cohort participants and help lead the assessment, advisory, and design of life sciences company returnship programs.
• Cohort Success and Support:
  Serve as a point of contact for interested companies and returner applicants navigating the return‑to‑work process and directing them to the appropriate Bio Hive program resources; assist with logistics and scheduling for LSRI program activities.
• Training and
  
  Education:
  
  Help develop and deliver training materials, workshops, and presentations to raise company awareness and understanding of returnship policies, procedures, and resources among employees and managers, and to prepare returner applicants for the transition back to the workforce.
• Data Analysis and Reporting:
  Assist tracking and analysis of return‑to‑work metrics, trends, and feedback to identify areas for improvement and inform strategic decision‑making related to Bio Hive’s LSRI program.

• Relevant degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Communications, or STEM‑related field.
• Previous experience in project management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise discretion, and handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrates initiative and forward‑thinking approach.
• Proficiency in Google Workplace.
• Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM‑CP, PHR) is a plus.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the return‑to‑work (RTW) space through a novel program model for the Utah life sciences industry.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized.
• Opportunity to receive professional development and explore career pathways as a returner transitioning back into the workforce.
• Opportunity to meet like‑minded professionals and launch a career as an expert in RTW program design and returner training.

Bio Hive is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public‑private partnership dedicated to strengthening Utah’s life sciences and health technology ecosystem. We build, brand, and bring together the community through impactful leadership, collaborative statewide coordination, and a bias toward action, helping accelerate growth, align resources, and position Utah as a top global hub for life sciences and health innovation.

Job Types: Part‑time, Contract