• Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Aston Carter (Washington, DC)


    (Hybrid) Talent Acquisition Specialist

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team, focusing on recruiting skillsets for the Research department. The role involves leading the onboarding process for new employees, including managing paperwork, background checks, occupational health clearance, and facilitating the I-9 process.

    Responsibilities

    + Recruit skillsets for the Research department.

    + Lead the onboarding process for newly hired employees, including paperwork, background checks, and occupational health clearance.

    + Facilitate the I-9 process.

    + Assist in the coordination and administration of routine talent acquisition transactions.

    + Support one or more Talent Acquisition Recruiters with daily processes.

    + Perform quality checks on all requisitions prior to posting.

    + Manage new hire processing, including the background check process and new hire orientation.

    + Provide administrative support to the Talent Acquisition Recruiters.

    + Generate reports and provide regular, timely updates to recruiters and hiring managers.

    + Work within the Applicant Tracking System (Taleo) to support administrative recruiting functions and track candidate status.

    + Interface with candidates, recruiters, and hiring managers throughout the hiring process.

    + Create proper documentation for required processes, such as personnel files to be uploaded in OnBase.

    Essential Skills

    + 5+ years of experience in recruiting.

    + Experience in healthcare recruiting, with a preference for research skillsets.

    + Bachelor's degree.

    + Experience with Taleo or Workday.

    + Experience with Epic.

    + Proficiency in full cycle recruiting.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Experience with Applicant Tracking Systems.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

    + Skills in sourcing and human resources.

    + Competence in Outlook and compensation.

    + Expertise in candidate screening and resume screening.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract position based out of Washington, DC.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $55.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a hybrid position in Washington,DC.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.

    About Aston Carter:

    Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.