Participant Recruiter & Scheduler

Firstsource Group USA is seeking hands-on Field / Community Recruiters to support participant recruitment for large-scale, high-volume research studies. This hybrid, flexible-schedule freelance (1099) role combines in-person community outreach with digital recruiting to help meet weekly participant targets and maintain a steady flow of qualified candidates.

The initial engagement is expected to run about 1 to 2 months, with the possibility of additional project-based work through the end of the year. Work will be focused on execution, pipeline management, and day-to-day coordination with onsite teams.

Role Overview

• Execute participant recruitment for high-volume research studies, meeting daily targets.
• Use both on-the-ground outreach and digital recruiting to support weekly participant goals.
• Build and activate local recruiting pipelines through community engagement, outreach, and direct sourcing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field outreach across local communities, campuses, and public areas.
• Develop relationships with community organizations, educational institutions, and local groups and networks.
• Post and manage roles across digital channels.
• Screen and qualify candidates during the initial recruitment stage.
• Maintain strong pipeline tracking and complete timely follow-ups.
• Support recruitment execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with onsite teams to ensure a continuous participant pipeline.

Required Qualifications

• Proven ability to work in a high-volume, execution-driven recruiting environment.
• Strong communication and people skills.
• Comfortable with in-person outreach and fieldwork.
• High organization and reliability, with strong follow-through.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
• Flexible schedule, including availability during standard business hours.
• Work Location: In person (hybrid coordination based on onsite presence when needed).

Preferred Experience

• Experience in field recruiting, community outreach, or grassroots campaigns.
• Experience in event staffing or brand ambassador roles.
• Experience in high-volume hiring or participant recruiting.
• Familiarity with the San Francisco Bay Area.

Hybrid Work Details

• Onsite presence when needed.
• Field/community outreach.
• Remote coordination and sourcing.
• Flexible schedule with availability during standard business hours.

Contract, Location, and Pay

• Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA (hybrid)
• Engagement type: Freelance (1099)
• Initial duration: Approximately 1 to 2 months
• Potential extension: Additional project-based work through the end of the year
• Pay: From $25.00 per hour