Kathleen Burns
About Kathleen Burns
Kathleen Burns serves as the Associate Director of Total Rewards and HRIS at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, where she has worked since 2021. With over a decade of experience in HR operations, she has held various roles in benefits, compensation, and HRIS across several companies in the Greater Boston area.
Current Role at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Kathleen Burns serves as the Associate Director of Total Rewards and HRIS at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals. She has held this position since 2021, contributing her expertise in HR operations. In her current role, she focuses on managing total rewards programs and human resource information systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Previous Experience at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Before her current role, Kathleen held multiple positions at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals. She worked as the Manager of Total Rewards and HRIS for nine months in 2019, followed by a year as Senior Manager in the same department from 2020 to 2021. Her tenure at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals has allowed her to develop and implement HR strategies that support employee engagement and organizational effectiveness.
Experience in Human Resources
Kathleen has over a decade of experience in HR operations, primarily in the Greater Boston area. Her expertise encompasses various HR functions, including benefits, compensation, payroll, recruiting, compliance, performance management, and employee relations. This extensive background has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex HR challenges.
Educational Background
Kathleen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing from the University of New Hampshire - Whittemore School of Business and Economics, which she completed from 2006 to 2010. She furthered her education by obtaining an MBA in Human Resources Management from Fitchburg State University, studying from 2010 to 2012.
Career Progression in Human Resources
Kathleen transitioned from an Office Manager role at Virtual Computer, Inc. to a Human Resources professional, marking a significant career shift. She has held various HR positions, including Human Resources Generalist at precisioneffect and Hunt Alternatives, where she gained foundational HR experience. Her career reflects a commitment to professional growth within the HR field.