People Technology and Analytics Director

About Generate Biomedicines

Generate Biomedicines is a new kind of therapeutics company – existing at the intersection of machine learning, biological engineering, and medicine – pioneering Generative Biology™ to create breakthrough medicines where novel therapeutics are computationally generated, instead of being discovered. Generate has built a machine learning-powered biomedicines platform with the potential to generate new drugs across a wide range of biologic modalities. This platform represents a potentially fundamental shift in what is possible in the field of biotherapeutic development.

We pursue this audacious vision because we believe in the unique and revolutionary power of generative biology to radically transform the lives of billions, with an outsized opportunity for patients in need. We are seeking collaborative, relentless problem solvers that share our passion for impact to join us!

Generate was founded in 2018 by Flagship Pioneering and has received over $420 million in funding, providing the resources to rapidly scale the organization. The Company has offices in Somerville and Andover, Massachusetts with over 250 employees.

The Role:

Are you a creator, a doer, a big thinker, a team player, and someone who likes to have fun while making a difference at work? Join our dynamic team in an innovative organization and play a vital role in shaping our company's future through data-driven People & Culture (P&C) strategies, technology enablement, and exceptional employee experiences.

We are seeking a highly skilled and visionary People Technology & Analytics Director to join Generate Biomedicines P&C team and to work collaboratively to build our People Technology and People Analytics approach. In this strategic and hands-on role, you will report to the Chief People Officer to spearhead the development and execution of data and technology-driven P&C strategies. By leveraging analytics and technology, you will optimize talent management processes, elevate the employee experience, and facilitate data-informed decision-making across the organization. The People Technology & Analytics Director and will be responsible for working with the Chief People Officer, People & Culture functional leads, the Digital team, and with stakeholders across the company to design and implement a comprehensive, integrated, multi-year people technology roadmap and people analytics strategy and outcomes. This role will rely on data analysis to deliver valuable P&C insights, and the leader in this role will have the opportunity to implement technology to enhance manager and employee effectiveness, supporting exceptional employee experiences.

Here's how you will contribute:

Leadership and Strategy Development:

• Demonstrate a proven track record of innovation and creativity in developing and implementing forward-thinking P&C strategies that leverage data and technology.
• Take ownership of building, evolving and refining the people technology roadmap and people analytics strategy, aligned with the organization's overall strategic goals.
• Deeply understand the people technology landscape and stay abreast of emerging tools, trends, and best practices, incorporating them into the P&C strategy where relevant.
• Lead through influence, collaborating with P&C leaders, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to gain buy-in and drive the adoption of data-driven P&C initiatives.
• Although this role is an individual contributor role at present, we expect that this leader will build a team over time and will be responsible for both talent selection and team management.

People Analytics and Insights:

• Utilize advanced data analytics techniques to gather, analyze, and interpret P&C data, providing meaningful insights to inform decision-making at all levels.
• Apply your deep knowledge of available people technology tools and platforms to identify and implement innovative approaches for data analysis and reporting.
• Develop and maintain a robust reporting framework and dashboards that present key P&C metrics and trends to stakeholders, enabling data-driven discussions and actions.
• Proactively seek out opportunities to use analytics to drive continuous improvement, uncover talent trends, and identify areas for P&C process optimization.

Technology Enablement:

• Evaluate and select appropriate P&C technologies, tools, and platforms to enhance manager and employee effectiveness, streamline processes, and improve the overall employee experience.
• Leverage your expertise in the people technology landscape to identify and implement best-in-class solutions, ensuring they align with the organization's needs and goals.
• Lead the implementation and integration of P&C systems, ensuring data accuracy, security, and compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
• Champion a culture of continuous learning and adoption of technology solutions, providing training, support, and guidance to stakeholders to maximize their usage and impact.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:

• Collaborate with P&C leadership, business leaders, and cross-functional teams to understand their needs, challenges, and priorities, and provide data-driven insights and solutions.
• Communicate complex analytics concepts and findings in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences, including executive leaders, P&C professionals, and business stakeholders.
• Use your leadership characteristics to build strong partnerships with internal stakeholders and external vendors, leveraging their expertise and resources to optimize people technology solutions.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and fun, ensuring that work is both productive and enjoyable for the team.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• The Ideal Candidate will have 10 + years’ progressive experience in systems, HR technology and people analytics , ideally within the tech, biotech or life sciences industry.
• 5+ years of experienc e in a senior level People Analytics & Technology leadership role
• Strong expertise in people analytics, P&C systems, and technology platforms.
• Deep understanding of P&C processes and practices, including talent management, performance management, employee engagement, and HR compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage data and analytics to drive insights and decision-making.
• Experience in selecting, implementing, and managing P&C technology solutions.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives concurrently.
• Knowledge of data privacy and security regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA, and their implications on P&C data management.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proven track record of innovation and creativity in developing and implementing P&C strategies.
• Desire to build and refine P&C strategies and leverage data and technology to drive results.
• Deep knowledge of the people technology landscape and available tools.
• Strong leadership skills, leading through influence to gain buy-in and drive adoption of P&C initiatives.
• Desire to create a positive work environment that encourages creativity, collaboration, and fun.

Who Will Love This Job:

• A self-starter looking to contribute in a high-growth environment and across all areas of People and Culture.
• A data advocate who can interpret and use people data to craft a compelling story and translate it into action.
• A collaborator who brings curiosity and compassion working with others and building strong, productive relationships.
• A business partner who understands Generate’s strategy and aligns it with the organization’s people processes and programs.
• A coach who builds trust across levels by providing insight to help others see opportunities and around corners.
• A builder who is passionate about creating exceptional employee experiences and a strong culture.

Generate Biomedicines is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

COVID Safety:

Generate Biomedicines enforces a mandatory vaccination policy for COVID-19. All employees must be fully vaccinated and have received a booster. The purpose of this policy is to safeguard the health of our employees, their families, and the community at large from infectious disease that may be reduced by vaccinations. The company will make exceptions to this policy if required by applicable law and will consider requests for an exemption from this policy due to a medical reason, or because of a sincerely held religious belief, or any other exemptions that may be recognized by applicable.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies : Generate Biomedicines does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Generate Biomedicines or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Generate Biomedicines’s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Generate Biomedicines, and Generate will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.