About Us: Artera is an AI startup that develops medical artificial intelligence tests to personalize therapy for cancer patients. Artera is on a mission to personalize medical decisions for patients and physicians on a global scale. The People Operations Generalist plays a critical role in attracting, developing, and retaining top talent at Artera. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing full-cycle recruiting ownership with broad exposure to People Operations in a fast-growing startup environment. You will partner closely with hiring managers and leadership while helping build scalable, people-first programs and processes. PEOPLE OPERATIONS: Support core HR programs, including performance management, employee development, and retention initiatives Partner on performance review cycles, including calibration and manager enablement Assist in developing and maintaining HR policies, processes, and documentation Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations Partner closely with Finance and other cross-functional stakeholders on People Operations-related processes, reporting, and documentation, and assist with internal and external audits as needed Process employee expense reports and reimbursements. Assist with monthly payroll and benefits reconciliations. Own culture and engagement initiatives throughout the organization Coordinate and facilitate onboarding and new hire orientation TALENT ACQUISITION: Own and manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer management Partner with hiring managers to understand hiring needs and develop effective job descriptions and recruiting strategies Build and maintain strong pipelines of qualified candidates across multiple functions Leverage various sourcing channels, tools, and networks to attract top talent Ensure a high-quality, consistent candidate experience throughout the hiring process EMPLOYEE EXPERIENCE & RELATIONS: Serve as a point of contact for employee questions and provide guidance on HR-related matters Support employee relations activities, including addressing concerns, conducting investigations when needed, and resolving issues thoughtfully and fairly Assist with employee engagement initiatives to foster an inclusive, high-performing culture Conduct regular check-ins to gather feedback and identify opportunities for improvement Support employee offboarding processes in compliance with company policies and legal requirements PEOPLE OPERATIONS PROJECTS & INITIATIVES: Contribute to career development initiatives, including job architecture, competencies, and growth frameworks Partner with the People Operations Manager on systems implementation and process improvements Help optimize HR tools and workflows to improve efficiency and employee experience QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 2+ years of experience in recruitment and HR generalist roles, preferably in a startup or tech environment. Strong understanding of HR principles, practices, and labor laws. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Proficiency in HRIS and applicant tracking systems. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Equal Employee Opportunity: At Artera, we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop new and innovative solutions for patients and physicians. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.