- Job Type: Full-Time
- Function: HR
- Industry: Health Tech
- Post Date: 06/03/2026
- Website: www.elevate.bio
- Company Address: 200 Smith St, Waltham, Massachusetts 02451, US
About ElevateBio
ElevateBio is a technology-driven company built to power the development of transformative cell and gene therapies today and for many decades to come.Job Description
The Role:
ElevateBio is looking for a Specialist I, People and Culture to help launch and support our new facility in Pittsburgh, PA. This is an exciting opportunity to join as an early team member and play a pivotal role in shaping the foundation for both our People & Culture programs and Office Administration at the site.
In this role, you’ll be a key contributor in driving and supporting our company culture initiatives, while ensuring smooth day-to-day office operations. As our Pittsburgh site grows, so will your impact—making this an ideal position for someone who thrives in a dynamic and evolving environment.
Partnering closely with our broader People and Culture team based in Massachusetts, you’ll serve as the key resource on-site leading local initiatives, coordinating internal events, and ensuring an exceptional employee experience. You’ll collaborate across all teams and levels, helping to foster connection, communication, and a strong sense of community with the broader company.
Here’s What You’ll Do:
- Partner closely with the broader People & Culture team to drive alignment on various initiatives and projects throughout the year. Examples being: facilitation of company/team outings, site town hall meetings, support of annual open enrollment and engagement initiatives
- Serve as a trusted point of contact for employee concerns, workplace issues, and policy questions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams by participating in training sessions, facilitating employee engagement, and promoting company culture
- Partner with Talent Acquisition, People Experience, and HR Business Partners to coordinate on-site candidate interviews, employee on/off boarding and internal company events
- Oversee day-to-day office operations and procedures, including the employee badging, facility floorplan/seating, and visitor management system(s)
- Support the facilities department in managing food & beverage/office supply programs
- Provide coordination support for meetings, as needed, including catering and conference room calendar management
- Provide ad hoc front desk coverage and liaise with site security as needed
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 3+ years’ experience in Human Resources, Office Administration or related role
- Experience working in a biotechnology or manufacturing setting preferred; an emphasis on supporting a scaling site/office/company encouraged
- Experience with Human Resources systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, CultureAmp preferred
- Ability to work independently, exercising sound judgement and professional maturity.
- Utilize strong communication, organizational and problem-solving skills to manage multiple priorities while interfacing with colleagues at all levels.
- Ability to work onsite in Pittsburgh, PA
ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.