Covering a period of absence, we are pleased to launch this opportunity for an experienced Talent Acquisition Partner to join our close-knit team, for a period of 15 months. At EMBL-EBI, our vision is to create an inclusive research and work culture that leverages diversity, in its broadest sense, to enhance our role as a leader in life sciences across Europe and globally. We believe that fostering this culture is not only the right thing to do, but it’s also beneficial for our organisation’s function and growth. As a Talent Acquisition team we play a key role supporting and influencing the hiring decisions to ensure we support EDI, remain competitive and an employer of choice within our industry. Within this role you’ll support scientists, whose mission is to improve biodiversity in the face of climate change, and make discoveries leading to improved human health. Every role at EMBL-EBI contributes towards these achievements and advancements, something that all our staff are proud of. Our TA team is split across two of our largest sites, Hinxton (near Cambridge) and Heidelberg in Germany. Reporting to the Deputy Head of Talent Acquisition, you’ll join a vibrant and diverse group in the UK, who provide end-to-end support to their stakeholders. We truly value teamwork and in this role, you’ll also have a valued voice within the wider HR team and our stakeholder groups alike. As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you’ll primarily focus on dry lab recruitment with computational biology at its heart. Typical roles include Postdoctoral Fellows, Bioinformaticians, Software Developers and Biocurators. No day or Hiring Manager will be the same, and we promise you’ll learn a lot! Duties and Responsibilities Partnering with a portfolio of Managers providing advice and tailoring talent acquisition strategies for replacements and new hires Supporting managers drafting job advertisements tailored to the target audience Organising interviews both via VC and on-site Liaising with our travel partners to coordinate international travel arrangements Marketing vacancies via various advertising and social media platforms Representing HR as an interview panel member, coaching on best practice and supporting managers draft competency based interview questions Professionally managing offer negotiations and the explanation of EMBL terms and conditions Partnering with HR Partners and People Advisors as a matrix team for your portfolio Utilising our Workday HR system for the production of offers and employment contracts Creating, sharing and utilising talent pools where possible You have: Previous experience working at an Advisor or Partner level within Talent Acquisition Competency based interviewing experience Fluent English language skills Strong written and verbal communication skills A high level of customer service combined with a sense of urgency The ability to effectively negotiate offers and attract the best talent for EMBL-EBI Experience using an ATS You might also have: Workday experience would be beneficial Experience recruiting within the life sciences or tech sector Recruitment marketing and social media communication skills French, German or Spanish language skills Other helpful information Additional location - We are also looking for a Talent Acquisition Partner in our Heidelberg office for a period of 15 months too. This is also covering for absence and will support our Heidelberg Headquarters and a variety of vacancies across our smaller sites - Rome, Hamburg, Grenoble and Barcelona. Relocation will be provided and if you would like to be considered for both - please let us know! Hybrid Working - At EMBL-EBI we are pleased to offer hybrid working options for all our employees. A dedicated desk will be available everyday, but most of our HR team choose to work three days on site and two from home. We have a team day once a week (on a Wednesday) and you can choose two other days to work on campus to suit you! Contract length: 15 months (absence cover). With the possibility to extend thereafter. Salary: Grade 5 - Monthly salary at £3,303 after tax but excluding pension and insurance contributions. Plus generous benefits. Why join us Do something meaningful At EMBL-EBI you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. EMBL-EBI, part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis and dissemination of large biological datasets. We provide the global research community with access to publicly available databases and tools which are crucial for the advancement of healthcare, food security, and biodiversity. Join a culture of innovation We are located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside other prominent research and biotech organisations, and surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside. This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential. Watch this video to see how EMBL-EBI makes an impact. Enjoy lots of benefits: Financial incentives: Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances Flexible working arrangements - including hybrid working patterns Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover) Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition public holidays Relocation package including installation grant (if required) Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely) Family benefits: On-site nursery, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances Benefits for non-UK residents: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance. For detailed information please visit our employee benefits page here. What else you need to know International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Please take a look at our International Applicants page for further information. EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we apply DORA principles to our recruitment and performance assessment processes here. Diversity & Inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and scientific excellence. We encourage applications from candidates of all genders, identities, nationalities, and/or any other diverse backgrounds. How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system. Applications will close at 23:59 CET on the date shown below. We aim to provide a response within two weeks after the closing date. Closing Date 17/01/2026