VP/SVP, Human Resources

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 believes that its proprietary pill 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. Vaxart’s development programs currently include pill vaccines designed to protect against coronavirus, norovirus and influenza, as well as a therapeutic vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV), Vaxart’s first immune-oncology indication. Vaxart has filed broad domestic and international patent applications covering its proprietary technology and creations for oral vaccination using adenovirus and dsRNA agonists.

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 a VP/SVP , Human Resources to join our South San Francisco team!

Summary:

The VP/SVP of HR will implement and/or design human capital solutions, aligned with Vaxart’s business strategy, goals and objectives in partnership with the Chief Executive Officer and Executive team. The VP/SVP of HR leads the HR team; the expectation is to perform the role from its headquarters in South San Francisco, CA: proximity to the SF Bay Area-based team members from all functions is key for performing the role.

Responsibilities:

• Manages the Human Resources function, including employee relations, performance management, recruitment and retention, talent development, employee engagement, internal communication and compensation and benefits.


• Successfully implements sustainable and scalable Human Resources and Talent Management programs.


• Implements a strong employer brand and sustain it through excellent internal / employee engagement and communication.


• Directs short and long-term program departmental strategy, planning and development which includes but is not limited to resource allocation and budget ownership.


• Teams with the legal function to set forth employee policies in accordance with applicable law.


• Leads a highly effective HR team. Challenge, coach, and develop staff.


• Identifies key Human Resource trends, challenges, and opportunities (externally & internally).


• Implements improvements in the employee experience across Vaxart, improving metrics such as recruitment, employee engagement, productivity, and/or retention.


• Provides leadership for Vaxart’s onboarding programs.


• Leads the evaluation, implementation, and management of HR systems.


• Works closely with C-Suite and department leaders to ensure that inclusion, diversity, and belonging are integrated into Vaxart’s recruitment and retention as well as core processes and practices.


• Ensures that strong controls are implemented and maintained to help ensure corporate compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley 404.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Business, Psychology, Sociology or related discipline required.
• Minimum of 10+ years of HR experience, with a minimum of 3 years at the Sr. Director or VP-level.

• Strong background in most HR areas, with experience in both high-growth start-ups and mid-sized to larger organizations.


• HR experience in a publicly traded company required.


• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment.


• Experience in Biotech is a plus.


• Naturally able to connect with people of diverse personalities, experiences, and seniority, with the ability to build and maintain trust across a multi-generational workforce.


• Must be able to use judgment and diplomacy when interacting with employees.


• Talented at driving internal / employee communication.


• Experience deploying successfully transformational changes while fostering employee engagement.


• Must have Compensation and Benefits experience, including managing employee stock option plans.


• Extensive CA and federal employment law experience required.


• Ideal candidates will possess diverse HRBL experience across multiple key business functions (e.g., research, development, manufacturing, marketing, sales, finance).


• Data driven.


• High integrity.


• Strong managerial, interpersonal, organizational, analytical, decision making, problem solving, negotiation, and communication skills (written, verbal, presentation).


• Ability to manage expectations, processes, and multiple projects simultaneously.


• Strong business acumen required.

In accordance with California’s Pay Transparency law, Vaxart’s base salary range for this position is approximately $280,000.00- $340,000.00 USD annually. The actual salary for this role will vary based on a variety of factors including education, job-related knowledge, and experience. This range does not include equity, benefits, bonuses, or other non-monetary compensation which may be included.

Vaxart offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a robust health plan, bonus program, stock options, 401(k) 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.

NOTICE TO RECRUITERS AND STAFFING AGENCIES: Vaxart, Inc. has an internal recruiting department. Vaxart may supplement that internal capability from time to time with assistance from temporary staffing agencies, placement services, and professional recruiters ('Agency'). Agencies are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Vaxart employees directly to present candidates. Vaxart’s recruiting team or other authorized Vaxart personnel must present ALL candidates to hiring managers.

To protect the interests of all parties, Vaxart will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Vaxart, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Vaxart mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Vaxart employees, or to Vaxart's resume database will be considered Vaxart property. Vaxart will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Vaxart will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees.

The Agency must obtain advance written approval from Vaxart's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Vaxart will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such an agreement in place.

Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by an officer of Vaxart or their designee. No other Vaxart employee is authorized to bind Vaxart to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies. Vaxart hereby specifically rejects, and denies any liability under, any agreement purporting to be accepted based on negative consent, negotiation with a candidate, performance, or any means other than the signature of a Vaxart officer.