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Blackrock Neurotech

Head of HR

Blackrock Neurotech, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

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Our Mission

Blackrock Neurotech is 100% focused on improving human lives through neuroscience research and technology. The passion and dedication behind this mission has nurtured a dynamic, enjoyable and fulfilling corporate environment in which learning, and growth are commonplace. We operate in an innovative field that requires our staff to meet the highest standards. Every step of the way, we encourage one another by providing continuous motivation and promoting a healthy work environment.

Community Contributions

Not only are Blackrock’s employees committed to improving lives through their work, but many also strive to improve the community by volunteering in their spare time. Our efforts vary from donating blood and feeding the hungry to volunteering at the Utah Food Bank. We also value community education —teaching science labs to children, coaching sports teams, and teaching first aid courses. We take pride in our employee’s extracurricular activities that contribute to the betterment of local communities.

Disclosure

In order to provide a safe and productive work environment, all offers of employment at Blackrock Neurotech are contingent upon a thorough background check. A criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate from an offer of employment.

Position Overview The Head of HR at Blackrock Neurotech leads the strategic and operational direction of the Human Resources function. This role partners closely with the CFO, CEO, and leadership team to align HR strategy with company growth, culture, and compliance priorities. The successful candidate will bring experience in startup or scaling organizations, preferably within STEM, medical devices, or biotech, and demonstrate deep capability in HR systems, compliance, policies, equity incentive administration, and performance management frameworks.

Key Responsibilities Strategic HR Leadership

Develop and execute an HR strategy aligned with business objectives, emphasizing scalable HR processes, organizational design, and talent management.

Identify and implement strategic improvements in HR structure, including process optimization, resource planning, and leadership development.

Partner with leadership on workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design initiatives.

Employee Experience And Performance

Lead the design and administration of performance review cycles, goal-setting frameworks, and career pathing programs to foster accountability, transparency, and development.

Oversee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring market competitiveness and internal equity.

Drive employee engagement through training, communication, and recognition initiatives.

Equity Incentive Administration

Partner with the CFO and Remuneration Committee to manage employee equity incentive programs (e.g., SARs, stock options, RSUs, or warrants).

Coordinate with Finance and Legal on grant documentation, 409A compliance, valuation, and communication with employees.

Maintain accurate equity tracking and reporting in Carta or equivalent systems.

Compliance and Policy Development

Lead development, implementation, and periodic review of HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks to ensure compliance with U.S. federal and state employment laws.

Oversee cross-border compliance for international staff and contractors, in coordination with legal and finance.

Ensure HR practices adhere to data privacy, labor, and equal employment standards.

HR Operations and Systems

Manage implementation and optimization of HR systems (Rippling preferred) to streamline onboarding, off-boarding, and lifecycle management.

Track and analyze HR metrics (turnover, engagement, time-to-hire, etc.) to support data-driven decision-making.

Coaching and Collaboration

Advise and coach managers on employee relations, performance management, and organizational change.

Serve as a key liaison across internal committees, ensuring consistent communication and alignment between HR, Finance, and Legal.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Experience: Minimum 10 years of HR or people operations experience, including at least 3 in a startup or scaling company.

Industry: Experience in STEM, medical device, or biotech environments preferred.

Certification: SPHR, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent preferred.

Technical Skills: Proficiency with HRIS platforms (Rippling, Carta, NetSuite HR) and data reporting.

Demonstrated knowledge of U.S. employment law, HR compliance, and policy development.

Experience managing employee equity incentive plans and supporting RemCo or board-level HR matters.

Strong project management, interpersonal, and communication skills.

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