Talent Acquisition Partner at SynaptiCure Inc. – Chicago, Illinois

Talent Acquisition Partner

About SynapticureAs a patient and caregiver-founded company, Synapticure provides instant access to expert neurologists, cutting-edge treatments and trials, and wraparound care coordination and behavioral health support in all 50 states through a virtual care platform. Partnering with providers, payers, ACOs, health systems, and life sciences organizationsincluding through CMS new GUIDE dementia care modelSynapticure is dedicated to transforming the lives of millions of individuals and their families living with neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimers, Parkinsons, and ALS.
The RoleSynapticure is seeking a driven and highly capable Talent Acquisition Partner to serve as our first dedicated in-house recruiter. In this critical execution role, you will function as the "internal engine" of our hiring functionpartnering directly with hiring managers to build the teams that power our mission, from Engineering and Operations to General & Administrative functions.The ideal candidate brings a blend of "hunter" mentality and operational excellence, with the ability to manage a full-cycle desk in a fast-paced, remote-first environment. You will own the internal hiring strategy for our core business roles, ensuring a seamless and high-velocity process while our external partners support clinical volume. This is an exciting opportunity to set the standard for candidate experience and hiring quality at a mission-driven, high-growth healthcare company.
Job Duties - What you'll be doing
Full-Cycle Recruiting & Sourcing

• Own and execute the end-to-end recruiting process for General & Administrative, Technology, and Operations roles, from role kickoff to signed offer.
• Develop and execute creative sourcing strategies to identify and engage top-tier passive talent, utilizing LinkedIn, specialized networks, and direct outreach to build robust pipelines.
• Serve as a brand ambassador, ensuring every candidate interaction reflects Synapticures mission and values, regardless of the hiring outcome.
• Screen and qualify candidates effectively, assessing not just technical fit but also alignment with our startup culture and mission.

Hiring Partner & Advisor

• Partner closely with Hiring Managers to define role requirements, draft compelling job descriptions, and calibrate candidate profiles in real-time.
• Drive hiring velocity by managing scheduling, feedback loops, and offer negotiations with autonomy and speed.
• Provide regular updates and data-driven insights to leadership regarding pipeline health, market trends, and time-to-fill metrics.

Operational Excellence & Process Optimization

• Manage and maintain the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to ensure data integrity, accurate reporting, and a streamlined workflow.
• Identify opportunities to improve the recruiting process, from interview scoring to automated candidate communication, ensuring efficiency as the organization scales.
• Collaborate with the People team to ensure a smooth transition from "Candidate" to "Employee" during the onboarding process.

Requirements What we look for in you

• 46 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally a blend of high-growth agency and in-house roles.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse requisition load (Tech/Product/Eng, G&A, Ops) independently, without reliance on a recruiting coordinator or sourcer.
• Demonstrated expertise in modern recruiting tools and ATS platforms (e.g., Lever) and a comfort with remote collaboration tools (Slack, Zoom).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building rapport quickly with candidates and influencing hiring managers.
• Ability to thrive in a remote-first, startup environment where ambiguity is common and "scrappiness" is a key to success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a telehealth, digital health, or high-growth tech environment.
• Experience sourcing and hiring clinical providers, specifically Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physicians (MD/DOs), and Medical Assistants (MAs).
• Familiarity with healthcare terminology or experience recruiting for roles within the healthcare ecosystem.
• Experience working in a fully remote, distributed team.
• Demonstrated success in "hunting" passive talent for niche or hard-to-fill roles.

Were founded by a patient and caregiver, and were a remote-first company. This means our values are at the heart of everything we do, and while were located all across the country, these principles are what tie us together around a common identity:

• Relentless focus on patients and caregivers. We are determined to provide an exceptional experience for every patient we serve, and we put our patients first in everything we do.
• Embody the spirit and humanity of those living with neurodegenerative disease. Inspired by our founders, families, and personal experiences, we recognize the seriousness of our patients circumstances and meet that challenge with empathy, compassion, kindness, joy, and hope.
• Seek to understand, and stay curious. We listen firstto one another, our patients, and their caregiverscommunicating authentically while recognizing theres always more to learn.
• Embrace the opportunity. We act with urgency and optimism, driven by the importance of our mission.

Travel ExpectationsThis is a fully remote position. Occasional travel to Synapticures headquarters in Chicago, IL, or regional team gatherings may be required.
Salary & BenefitsCompetitive compensation based on experience Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage401(k) plan with employer matchingFlexible scheduling and remote-first work environmentLife and disability insurance coverageGenerous paid time off and sick leaveOpportunities for professional development and advancement within a fast-growing healthcare organization
$95,000 - $110,000 a year