Candidate Development Specialist

Candidate Development Specialist

Parexel

About this Role

Parexel is a leading global clinical development partner delivering insights-driven clinical and consulting solutions to the life sciences industry. With 22,000+ employees worldwide, we partner with biopharmaceutical companies and research sites to design and deliver patient-focused clinical trials that broaden access and make research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

We work with focus, agility, and shared purpose – moving with urgency to address patient needs and accelerate the delivery of new therapies. We embrace bold thinking, adapt quickly to change, and continually raise the bar for the speed and quality of clinical research. We are expanding our team and seeking talented individuals to help drive industry leading innovation, With Heart®.

About the Role

We are seeking a Candidate Development Specialist (also known as Sourcing Specialist or Recruitment Sourcer) to join our team in a hybrid capacity. As a Candidate Development Specialist, you will support clinical research talent acquisition by building and maintaining a high-quality pipeline of qualified candidates through strategic sourcing initiatives. This position plays a key role in identifying top talent, conducting candidate outreach, and ensuring a steady flow of qualified applicants to support our clinical research operations. You'll collaborate with Recruitment Managers and talent acquisition teams, leverage industry-standard sourcing channels and tools, and contribute to our recruitment success from initial sourcing through candidate placement.

You'll collaborate with Recruitment Managers and talent acquisition teams, leverage industry-standard sourcing channels and tools, and contribute to our recruitment success from initial sourcing through candidate placement.

Responsibilities include identifying and engaging qualified candidates through diverse sourcing channels, building professional networks within the clinical research community, and maintaining organized candidate pipelines. With diverse teams and continuous learning opportunities, the Candidate Development Specialist can explore career paths and expand skills across talent acquisition and clinical research operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create target lists to identify competitors and potential candidates, generating interest in available roles and client companies.

• Conduct active phone-based outreach and candidate screenings to assess qualifications and fit for open positions.

• Utilize networking opportunities including community groups and professional associations to identify and engage qualified candidate referrals.

• Actively manage candidate pipelines, accurately disposition applicants, and maintain detailed records in database systems.

• Maintain job board postings and social media recruitment channels to maximize candidate visibility and engagement.

• Support talent community development and volume communication initiatives including recruitment drives and email campaigns in collaboration with talent acquisition managers.

• Identify user groups and professional associations relevant to clinical research that can help generate qualified candidates.

• Provide sourcing results and recruitment metrics in reportable formats to support data-driven decision making.

• Perform administrative tasks as required to support recruitment operations.

• Candidate Profile

You'll thrive in this role if you bring:

• Strong research acumen, critical thinking, and ability to identify qualified talent.

• Experience working in clinical research, pharmaceutical, or contract research organization (CRO) environments.

• Proven ability to build and maintain professional relationships and strong team collaboration skills.

• Willingness to take accountability for high levels of phone-based outreach and frequent candidate interaction.

• Excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication skills and problem solving skills.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, internet-based tools, and database applications.

• Required Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a sourcing role.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• Proficiency with job boards, social media platforms, and applicant tracking systems.

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