Scholar Rock is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering transformative treatments for people with serious conditions that lack effective therapies. As a global leader in the biology of the transforming growth factor beta (TGFβ) superfamily—and named for the resemblance between a scholar rock and protein structures—the clinical‑stage company focuses on advancing innovative treatments driven by the essential role of protein growth factors. Over the past decade, it has built a pipeline with the potential to elevate standards of care for neuromuscular diseases, cardiometabolic disorders, cancer, and other conditions where growth factor–targeted therapies can make a significant impact.

Scholar Rock is the only company to demonstrate clinical proof of concept for a muscle‑targeted therapy in spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). Its commitment to developing fundamentally different therapeutic approaches is fueled by broad use of its proprietary platform, which has produced novel monoclonal antibodies that modulate protein growth factors with exceptional precision. By applying cutting‑edge science in areas historically underserved by conventional treatments, Scholar Rock works to create new possibilities for patients. More information is available at ScholarRock.com, as well as on Twitter at @ScholarRock and on LinkedIn.

Summary of Position:
The Vice President of Total Rewards and HR Operations, reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, is a key senior leader responsible for developing, designing, implementing, and managing all global Total Rewards programs and HR Operations services. This role ensures that total rewards strategies support Scholar Rock’s mission, vision, values, and business goals; help attract, motivate, and retain critical talent; and comply with all regulatory standards.

This position collaborates closely with leaders across Scholar Rock to understand talent and business needs and to create effective, aligned solutions. As part of the HR leadership team, this leader will contribute to shaping the overall talent strategy and translating it into a comprehensive Total Rewards and HR Operations agenda. The role serves as the primary practitioner and analyst for all compensation matters while leading the broader team, including the HR Operations function.

Position Responsibilities:
• Create and lead a global total rewards strategy aligned with Scholar Rock’s vision, values, and corporate goals to drive performance and support talent acquisition and retention, with an initial focus on the US and EU.
• Conduct a global Total Rewards assessment, market analysis, and regularly evaluate the effectiveness of current compensation and benefits programs, policies, processes, and technology, staying informed about trends to remain competitive.
• Lead the annual compensation planning cycle, including base salary, bonuses, short‑ and long‑term incentives, benefits, and related communication and administration.
• Benchmark and develop sales incentive programs, partnering with Finance and Commercial Operations, and oversee the design and rollout of sales compensation plans.
• Provide leadership and the Board of Directors with data, analysis, insights, and expert recommendations on executive and non‑executive compensation.
• Offer strategic guidance on compensation matters such as new‑hire packages, performance recognition, incentive programs, retention strategies, and overall compensation structure.
• Collaborate with Finance to establish compensation budgets and guidelines for all global locations.
• Create and implement a comprehensive communication and education plan to help recruiters, candidates, and employees understand the full Total Rewards offering and the value it represents.
• Oversee vendor and consultant relationships for compensation, benefits, and HR operations, managing services and costs within budget.
• Work with IT to develop and implement an ongoing HR technology strategy, roadmap, and system enhancements.

Qualifications:
• 10–15+ years of experience designing and implementing Total Rewards strategies, including compensation and benefits, in a fast‑growing organization, with expertise in global compensation (including US sales compensation), benefits (US and international), and HRIS.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of developing innovative solutions to complex challenges; strong collaboration, communication, and influencing skills; and experience engaging with all organizational levels, including executives and Board members.
• Experience with executive compensation, including interaction with the Board’s Compensation Committee.
• Deep technical expertise in competitive compensation strategy, incentive design (including sales incentives), equity management, SEC regulations, executive agreements, compliance, and market analysis to build fair, inclusive, and competitive programs.
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to evaluate and present the financial implications of Total Rewards programs to senior leaders.
• Solid understanding of the connections between program design, systems, legal, tax, and financial considerations across all compensation components.
• Ability to simplify complex topics into clear, compelling messages for diverse audiences.
• Experience leading large‑scale projects and driving change in complex, ambiguous environments.
• A values‑driven leader capable of operating at all levels—both as an individual contributor and as a team leader.

Scholar Rock is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace for all employees.