Manager, Human Resources

About Tonix*

Tonix is a biopharmaceutical company, publicly traded on NASDAQ (ticker: TNXP). The Company is focused on commercializing, developing, discovering and licensing therapeutics to treat and prevent human disease. Tonix markets Zembrace® SymTouch® (sumatriptan injection) 3 mg and Tosymra® (sumatriptan nasal spray) 10 mg. Zembrace SymTouch and Tosymra are each indicated for the treatment of acute migraine with or without aura in adults. Tonix’s development portfolio is composed of central nervous system (CNS), rare disease, immunology and infectious disease product candidates. Tonix’s CNS development portfolio includes both small molecules and biologics to treat pain, neurologic, psychiatric and addiction conditions. The Company’s immunology portfolio includes biologics to address organ transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and cancer. Tonix’s infectious disease pipeline consists of a vaccine in development to prevent smallpox and monkeypox, which also serves as the live virus vaccine platform or recombinant pox vaccine platform for other infectious diseases.  

Position Overview 

Tonix is looking for a full-time detail-oriented Manager, Human Resources to oversee end-to-end HR operations within our biotechnology/pharmaceutical organization. The role focuses on developing and maintaining efficient HR processes while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and promoting operational excellence. This position will report directly to the Director, Human Resources and will be based in our corporate headquarters in Chatham, NJ.

Essential Duties 

HR Operations Management

• Manage the full employee lifecycle from offer letter generation through exit procedures, ensuring compliance with GMP documentation requirements.
• Oversee HRIS data integrity, reporting, and analytics to support data-driven decision-making.
• Develop and maintain standard HR operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with quality management systems.
• Conduct regular audits of HR processes and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage relationships with HR vendors, HRIS providers, and benefit administrators.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Administer comprehensive benefits programs including health insurance, retirement plans, and industry-specific benefits
• Oversee leave administration including FMLA, disability, and company-specific leave programs
• Maintain accurate records of all benefits transactions
• Process and validate payroll for all employees
• Monitor time and attendance systems

Employee Data & Compliance Management

• Maintain complete and accurate employee files in accordance with GxP requirements
• Ensure proper documentation of employee qualifications, training records, and certifications
• Manage HR compliance calendar including license renewals, required training updates, and regulatory filings
• Generate and analyze HR metrics reports for leadership review

Training & Development Administration

• Manage Learning Management System (LMS) including course assignments and completion tracking
• Track and document completion of required certifications and continuing education
• Generate training completion reports for audit purposes

Necessary Skills and Abilities

• Good understanding of FLSA regulations 
• Knowledge of the payroll function including preparation, balancing, internal control, and payroll taxes
• Knowledge of 401k calculations as well as IRS regulations preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations, international employment-related knowledge a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Highly organized, results driven, problem solver, and collaborator

Educational and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 7 years of progressive HR experience with 5 years focused on HR operations and Management
• Demonstrated experience managing HR functions in a GMP environment
• Strong HRIS system expertise and experience with HR analytics

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies

Tonix does not accept agency resumes unless contacted directly by internal Tonix Talent Acquisition. Please do not forward resumes to Tonix employees or any other company location; Tonix is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Compensation & Benefits

Annualized base salary ranges from $90,000 to $135,000 plus target incentive; actual salaries will vary and may be above or below this range commensurate with several factors including experience, education, training, location, and merit.

Tonix provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Basic and Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, and Employee Assistance Programs
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings 401k with company match and annual discretionary stock options
• Generous Paid Time Off, Sick Time, & Paid Holidays
• Career Development and Training

Tonix provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.  In addition to federal law requirements, Tonix complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.  This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.  Tonix expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic, information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Salary : $90,000 - $135,000