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Associate Director, Total Rewards

Associate Director, Total Rewards

Tonix Pharmaceuticals IncChatham, NJ, US
19 days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

About Tonix

Tonix is a fully integrated biotechnology company, publicly traded on NASDAQ (ticker : TNXP), with marketed products and a pipeline of development candidates The Company is focused on commercializing, developing, discovering, and licensing therapeutics to treat and prevent human disease. In August 2025, Tonix received FDA approval for Tonmya™ (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets), a first-in-class, once-daily, non-opioid treatment for fibromyalgia. Tonmya is the first new fibromyalgia therapy approved in over 15 years, following successful Phase 3 trials demonstrating significant symptom improvement. Commercial launch is expected in the fourth quarter of 2025. Tonix also markets Zembrace® SymTouch® (sumatriptan injection) 3 mg and Tosymra® (sumatriptan nasal spray) 10 mg, both indicated for the treatment of acute migraine with or without aura in adults.

Tonix’s development portfolio includes product candidates in central nervous system (CNS), immunology, immuno-oncology infectious disease and rare disease. The CNS pipeline features both small molecules and biologics to treat pain, neurologic, psychiatric, and addiction conditions. The immunology portfolio includes biologics to address organ transplant rejection, autoimmunity, and cancer. The infectious disease pipeline includes a vaccine in development to prevent smallpox and monkeypox, which also serves as a live virus vaccine platform for other infectious diseases. Finally, the rare disease portfolio includes a product in development for Prader-Willi syndrome, which has both orphan drug designation and rare pediatric disease designation grants from the FDA.

Tonix owns and operates a state-of-the art infectious disease research facility in Frederick, Md.

Please visit www.Tonixpharma.com for specifics on the pipeline.

  • All of Tonix’s product candidates are investigational new drugs or biologics and have not been approved for any indication.

Position Overview

The Associate Director, Total Rewards plays a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compensation and benefits programs that align with the organization's strategic objectives within the pharmaceutical industry. This position is responsible for ensuring competitive and equitable total rewards offerings that attract, motivate, and retain top talent while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. This role involves collaborating closely with senior leadership, HR partners, and external vendors to develop innovative reward strategies that support business growth and employee engagement. The Associate Director will analyze market trends, conduct benchmarking studies, and leverage data analytics to continuously enhance the total rewards framework. Ultimately, this position drives the creation of a compelling employee value proposition through effective total rewards management that supports organizational success and workforce satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and oversee compensation structures, incentive plans, engagement and retention programs that align with organizational goals and industry best practices.
  • Lead market analysis and benchmarking efforts to ensure competitive positioning of total rewards offerings within the pharmaceutical sector to attract top talent and retain existing employees.
  • Analyze total rewards data and prepare reports to inform decision-making and communicate program effectiveness to stakeholders.
  • Ensure that the organization’s compensation and benefits programs are aligned with the company’s culture and values, contributing to employee satisfaction and engagement.
  • Ensure that the total rewards programs comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives by evaluating program outcomes and recommending enhancements to total rewards policies and practices.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants to optimize benefits administration and compensation consulting services.
  • Provide guidance and training to all leadership levels on total rewards programs and policies.
  • Effectively communicate with employees to ensure they understand the value of their total rewards package.
  • Necessary Skills and Abilities

  • Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs by applying analytical and strategic thinking to market data and organizational needs.
  • Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with leadership and HR partners to align total rewards strategies with business objectives and to effectively present findings and recommendations.
  • Proficiency in regulatory knowledge ensures compliance and risk mitigation in program administration.
  • Preferred

  • Professional certification such as Certified Compensation Professional (CCP), Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS), or other Compensation & Benefits program(s).
  • Familiarity with HRIS and total rewards technology platforms.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and prioritize competing demands.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing total rewards projects from inception to completion.
  • Educational and Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in compensation and benefits, with at least 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
  • Strong knowledge of compensation structures, standard and fringe benefits administration, and regulatory compliance.
  • Proven experience with market benchmarking, data analysis, total rewards strategy development, and equity compensation plans.
  • Advance proficiency in the use of compensation and benefits software and tools.
  • 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 $130,000 to $200,000 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.

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