About Probably Genetic

Probably Genetic is changing the lives of patients living with severe, complex diseases. Our data platform is used by drug developers and patient advocacy groups to develop and launch treatments for these patients. Our technology discovers undiagnosed patients online, analyzes their disease state using machine learning and at-home testing, and enables compliant communication with patients. In doing so, we help patients access diagnoses, clinical trials, and treatments as early as possible.

We are a tight-knit group of hard-working, ambitious problem solvers united by a mission greater than ourselves.

We do well by doing right by patients. Our annually recurring revenue is growing >6x year over year, we’re profitable, and our roadmap is packed with innovations in bioinformatics, machine learning, and drug development. We are building an all-star team to help us bring our vision to life, and we want you to be a part of it.

Probably Genetic has raised multiple rounds of funding from Silicon Valley’s best investors, including Threshold, Khosla, and Y Combinator, giving us the ability to pay competitive salaries, offer great benefits, and provide meaningful equity. We’re dedicated to ensuring your journey with us is unforgettable, with incredible team retreats to places like Barbados, the Alps, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Portugal, just to name a few.

About the role

We are seeking a Director of People who will scale our team from 10 to approximately 35 A-players and run the HR function. 

What you will do

Reporting directly to the CEO and Co-Founder, the Director of People is responsible for providing HR expertise and leadership across various areas including talent strategy, learning & development, compensation and benefits, culture, DEI, and employee relations. The Director of People will also be a member of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT).  As the company grows, you will build this critical function, hiring and developing talent within the team. 

Talent Strategy (Talent Acquisition, Development, and Retention)

• Develop and drive the overall talent acquisition strategy, ensuring the hiring of best-in-class talent who align with the mission and culture

• Run all aspects of the recruitment process and onboarding, and ensure effective collaboration between hiring managers

• Develop a comprehensive talent retention program 

• Remain current on industry trends to ensure company remains competitive and is viewed as an employer of choice

Leadership

• Provide leadership and guidance to the organization on all human resources matters

• Partner with the ELT to align the company’s current and future organizational structure to achieve corporate objectives

• Build relationships with all team members and serve as a trusted advisor

Learning & Development / Organizational Effectiveness

• Develop and implement performance management and talent development practices, including leadership coaching

• Develop and administer a comprehensive performance review process

 Additional Responsibilities:

• Champion and lead the development and implementation of comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategies, fostering an inclusive workplace culture, and driving initiatives that promote diversity at all levels of the organization

• Lead initiatives to strengthen our company culture and enhance employee experience

• Spearhead comprehensive compensation and remuneration strategies

• Manage all employee relations issues

• Design and implement HR systems, inclusive policies, procedures, and strategies

• Partner with the CEO to oversee organizational headcount budget and people related costs

• Evaluate, select, and deploy technology solutions as required

• This role has one direct report, with the opportunity to build a team as the company grows

Who you are

What will help you succeed in this role:

• You led HR or the Talent Acquisition function at a series A-stage technology startup that went on to become a unicorn or you reported directly to the person that led these functions at such a company

• Strong track record in recruiting highly technical, top-tier talent in areas such as machine learning, engineering, and bioinformatics

• A strategic business partner and trusted leader

• Experience fostering an inclusive culture and maintaining engagement

• Exceptional written, verbal, and empathetic communication skills

Some things that are preferred but not required