Sarah Gerken
About Sarah Gerken
Sarah Gerken is a Senior Scientific Recruiter at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard, where she has worked since 2022. She has a diverse background in talent acquisition, having held various recruiting roles in the pharmaceutical and financial sectors.
Work at Broad Institute
Sarah Gerken serves as a Senior Scientific Recruiter at the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard. She has been in this role since 2022, contributing to the recruitment of talent within a collaborative environment that integrates various disciplines in biomedical science. Her position involves engaging with a diverse range of candidates, including professional scientists, software engineers, and computational biologists, to support the institute's mission.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining the Broad Institute, Sarah Gerken held several roles in talent acquisition. She worked as the Lead Talent Acquisition Partner at Oncorus for four months in 2022. Prior to that, she served as a Talent Acquisition Manager at OPEN Health Communications for nine months in 2021. Her experience includes a four-year tenure as a Biologics Recruiter at Catalent Pharma Solutions from 2017 to 2021, and five years as a Corporate Recruiter at Author Solutions, LLC from 2011 to 2016.
Background in Staffing and Recruitment
Sarah Gerken began her career in recruitment as a Staffing Specialist at Manpower from 2016 to 2017. She also has experience as a Registered Broker at Charles Schwab from 2006 to 2007. This diverse background in staffing and recruitment has equipped her with the skills necessary to effectively identify and attract top talent across various sectors.
Commitment to Diversity and Impact
At the Broad Institute, Sarah Gerken is part of a team that emphasizes the importance of diverse perspectives in the recruitment process. The team aims to create a meaningful impact in the field of biomedical science by fostering an inclusive environment that transcends traditional academic boundaries. This commitment supports the institute's goal of providing access to a broad biomedical research community.
Interdisciplinary Recruitment Expertise
Sarah Gerken has developed expertise in recruiting for interdisciplinary teams throughout her career. Her experience includes sourcing candidates for roles that require a blend of scientific knowledge and technical skills, such as professional scientists, software engineers, and computational biologists. This focus on interdisciplinary recruitment aligns with the innovative research initiatives at the Broad Institute.