ABOUT US:

Vaxart is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a range of oral recombinant vaccines based on its proprietary delivery platform. Vaxart vaccines are administered using convenient room temperature-stable tablets that can be stored and shipped without refrigeration.

Vaxart has demonstrated that its proprietary tablet vaccine delivery platform is suitable to deliver recombinant vaccines, positioning the company to develop oral versions of currently marketed vaccines and to design recombinant vaccines for new indications. Its development programs currently include tablet vaccines designed to protect against coronavirus, norovirus, seasonal influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as a therapeutic vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV), Vaxart's first immuno-oncology indication.

Our mission is the promotion of global health through the development of effective vaccines that can be administered by tablet rather than by injection, providing for the simple and efficient distribution and administration of safe vaccines in any setting.

We are looking for an HR Generalist to join our growing South San Francisco team!

SUMMARY:

The HR Generalist is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the People function. Key responsibilities include administering compensation and benefits, serving as the main contact for employees, as well as maintaining and organizing the HRIS. The HR Generalist assists with developing and supporting career growth, sustaining a positive organizational culture, developing retention practices for the best people, and facilitating employee performance and engagement.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory anti-harassment training.
• Assists with the administration of company-wide human resources policies, procedures, and practices by stated corporate objectives and federal/state legal requirements.
• Serves as HR contact for employees.
• Responds to inquiries regarding the company's process, policies, procedures, and programs.
• Manages HRIS including data entry and data integrity and generates reports as needed.
• Manages to onboard and offboarding of employees.
• Benefits administration, including open enrollment, change reporting, approving invoices for payment, and communicating benefits information to employees.
• Assists with the compensation management cycle and Radford data analytics.
• Reviews and tracks performance management reviews.
• Gather and analyze data with relevant HR metrics.
• Assists the Sr. HR Manager with immigration matters.
• Coordinate distribution/communication of policies and projects including but not limited to company handbook, 401(k), benefits open enrollment.
• Assists with employee event planning and coordination.
• Maintains and distributes the org charts.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or closely related field. 
• 3+ years of generalist human resources experience with a minimum of 1 year of experience in a fast-paced, ever-changing start-up.
• Must have experience in tech or biotech. 
• Must be well-versed in California and Federal employment law
• Advanced knowledge of HR software programs, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative with excellent interpersonal skills.  
• Ability to multitask and prioritize; must have strong organization, time management, and follow-up skills and handle tasks with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Proven organizational skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize work.
• Ability to maintain strict levels of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

VACCINATION REQUIREMENT:

Vaxart has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy which requires our employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID as a condition of employment. Vaxart will make reasonable accommodations for valid exemptions based on disability, medical, or religious reasons. Vaxart prioritizes sound science and available facts to best ensure the ongoing safety of our employees and the community.

Vaxart offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a robust health plan, bonus program, stock options, 401K with employer matching, tuition assistance, and work-life balance.

Vaxart is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for all applicants and employees. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees in personnel actions, which include recruiting and hiring, selection for training, promotion, rates of pay or other compensation, transfer, discipline, demotion, and layoff or termination. Vaxart does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, family medical history or genetic information, citizenship, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.