HR Business Partner

DNA Script is a leading company in the production of nucleic acids for genomic, synthetic biology and biopharmaceutical applications.

Our clean, efficient Enzymatic DNA Synthesis (EDS) technology, implemented on a benchtop instrument (the SYNTAX), accelerates innovation in life science and biotechnology through the decentralization of rapid, on demand and high quality DNA synthesis.

Our approach builds upon nature's billions of years of evolution in enzymatically synthesizing DNA, setting new standards for assembling nucleic acids to accelerate scientific discovery and DNA/RNA production in disciplines with profound impacts upon humanity.

DNA Script has a broad stable of high quality investors and is capitalized to continue its progress to full commercialization of the technology and products. We are building a global organization, with the talent, skills and attitude to achieve our mission: to unlock the power of “DNA-write”.

This is an opportunity for a dynamic individual to join an international and highly skilled team, and to make significant contributions to commercializing a technology with far‑reaching potential across the biological sciences and beyond.

Recrutement

Start date: August / September 2026 | Permanent Contract

Company size: ~70 employees (France + USA)

About the role

DNA Script is a Franco‑American biotech with around 70 employees, specializing in enzymatic DNA synthesis. You will join an agile, international organization with teams based primarily in France (HQ), along with a few individuals in the US.

You will be the company's sole HR contact, reporting directly to the CFO in charge of support functions. You will rely on external providers (payroll firm, employment law counsel) for specialized topics.

This is primarily an operational role: keeping HR running smoothly day to day, with rigor, responsiveness, and practical judgment.

Day‑to‑day HR operations

• Manage onboarding and offboarding end to end
• Coordinate outsourced payroll and ensure its accuracy
• Oversee personnel administration in coordination with external providers
• Keep HR data accurate and up to date
• Handle absences, leave, and sick days
• Serve as the HR point of contact for all managers across the company
• Provide practical advice on team, recruitment, and organizational matters
• Handle sensitive individual cases with sound judgment and discretion

Compliance and employee relations

• Ensure HR practices comply with French labor law
• Prepare and run CSE meetings
• Manage sensitive situations in coordination with external legal counsel
• Apply and maintain internal policies consistently

Recruitment

• Lead recruitment processes end to end in support of managers
• Ensure a consistent, high‑quality candidate experience

Performance & development

• Roll out and run performance review cycles
• Identify training needs and implement targeted actions
• Support managers in performance management

What we are looking for

• 4+ years of experience as an HR Generalist or HRBP, ideally in an SME or startup
• Prior experience in a technology or scientific environment
• Comfortable managing a full HR scope independently (sole HR contact)
• Good command of French labor law
• Service mindset, responsiveness, and ability to juggle diverse topics
• Comfortable with HR tools and standard office software
• Professional English required - French fluency essential (international team and providers)

What we offer

• A central, autonomous role in a human‑scale company
• Direct access to the CFO and leadership team
• A stimulating scientific environment with a meaningful mission
• Real responsibilities from day one