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Life Science Executive Search Consultant (PhD) – Cranmore Life Science
Belfast (hybrid) | Full-time
Have you got a PhD in the life sciences and found yourself more interested in the people behind the science than the bench itself? This could be the move for you.
Cranmore is a boutique executive search firm specialising in life sciences and biotech. Founded in 2014, our partners bring over 20 years of experience in life science search. We find senior leaders for everyone from early-stage, VC-backed start-ups to FTSE 100 companies, across the UK, Ireland, Europe and the US. We're now looking for a scientist to join us as a search consultant.
Why a PhD?
Credibility matters in this job. When you're speaking with a Chief Medical Officer or a CEO, being able to understand their work, ask the right questions and judge technical depth makes all the difference, with the candidates you're assessing and the clients you're advising. Your scientific training gives you that from day one. We'll teach you the search side.
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What you'll be doing
- Researching and mapping markets to identify outstanding leaders across biotech and life sciences
- Approaching and building relationships with senior executives, often people who aren't actively looking
- Assessing candidates on both technical expertise and leadership capability
- Working closely with clients to understand their strategy, culture and what success in the role really looks like
- Running searches end to end, from first conversation through to offer and placement
- Keeping on top of what's happening in the sector, including funding, deals, people moves and emerging science
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What we're looking for
- A PhD in a life science discipline (e.g. biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, immunology)
- A good grasp of the biotech landscape: science, technology, commercial and regulatory
- Confidence and curiosity in conversation, including with senior people
- Sound judgement and the ability to read people and organisations
- Drive, resilience and enjoyment of building long-term relationships
Previous recruitment or commercial experience is welcome but not essential.
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