Early Discovery & Research
Across molecular biology, genomics and cell biology, we place the scientists behind early-stage discovery, assay development and translational medicine, helping organisations move ideas from the bench towards the clinic.
Our Functional Specialisms in Biotech
CMC, Formulation & Process Development
Our consultants are well versed in CMC, formulation, technology transfer and process scale up, connecting organisations with process development professionals and plant support chemists who take products from lab to line.
Analytical, Quality & Regulatory
We place analytical development scientists, QC and QA professionals, and regulatory affairs specialists who keep products compliant and audit-ready throughout the biotech lifecycle.
Laboratory & Technical Support
We also place laboratory technicians, analytical technicians and applications scientists, the technical roles that keep day-to-day scientific operations running smoothly.
Manufacturing & Operations
We recruit GMP manufacturing associates, production scientists and manufacturing managers who keep biotech operations running efficiently, supporting consistent production across clinical and commercial manufacturing.
Clinical & Commercial
Beyond the lab, we recruit for clinical operations, clinical development, product management and commercial roles, supporting the people who bring science to market.
Industry Sectors We Cover
With extensive knowledge of the biotechnology market, we partner with organisations across specialist sectors to identify the talent needed to support innovation, scientific progress and commercial growth.
Why Choose SRG for Biotechnology Recruitment?
With decades of life sciences recruitment experience, SRG helps biotechnology organisations secure specialist talent across research, development, manufacturing and commercial functions. Our consultants combine scientific expertise with market insight to deliver recruitment solutions tailored to your hiring needs.
Unmatched Sector Knowledge
Among recruitment agencies, SRG stands out for deep sector knowledge spanning advanced manufacturing to cell and gene therapies, delivering recruitment for biotechnology that finds the right talent every time.
Scientific and Recruitment Expertise
Many of our consultants are former scientists themselves, making us trusted biotechnology recruiters who help professionals build a lasting biotechnology career.
Global Reach, Personalised Approach
We tailor our hiring strategy to your priorities, pairing a market-leading candidate network with a consultative approach wherever you're based.
What Sets Our Service Apart
From specialist hiring to biotech executive search, we combine dedicated specialists, market insight and strong candidate relationships to deliver results.
Looking for Your Next Biotech Role?
If you're searching for biotech job opportunities across research, manufacturing, quality or bioinformatics, SRG works with leading organisations across the UK. Whether you're looking for graduate opportunities or your next career move, explore our latest vacancies and take the next step in your career.
FAQs
1. What roles do you typically help recruit for in biotechnology? +
We recruit for a wide range of biotech roles across the entire product lifecycle, including Research Scientists, Laboratory Technicians and Process Development Experts. Our expertise also extends to Cell and Molecular Biologists, Forensic Scientists, Assay Development Experts, and Bioinformatics and Data Scientists. Beyond lab roles, we support hiring in quality and regulatory affairs, clinical trial management, manufacturing, validation, scale-up, business development, project management and executive leadership.
2. Do you provide biotechnology executive recruitment services? +
Yes, our specialists deliver executive search services tailored specifically to finding and recruiting talent for senior biotech leadership roles.
3. What is your process for screening biotech professionals? +
Our screening process follows the same thorough methodology used across all life sciences sectors. It includes application collection and review alongside proactive search of internal databases and relevant job boards, initial screening and CV assessment based on education, research projects and experience, candidate engagement to explore career goals and technical interest, video interviews for shortlisted candidates to assess technical skills, and a final shortlist submitted to the hiring manager.
4. How quickly can you recruit biotech talent for open roles? +
Typically, we can fill entry-level positions within 24 hours, with senior or niche roles taking up to 30 days. Timeframes will differ from role to role, depending on the requirements of the hiring project and the people involved.
5. What makes SRG different from other biotech recruiters? +
Unlike many biotechnology recruitment agency, SRG pairs specialist life sciences expertise with consultants who have real scientific backgrounds, giving organisations a hiring partner who understands both the science and the people behind it.
Insights
We believe in the power of science - that’s why we stay at the forefront of the life sciences industry, keeping up to date with the latest research, innovations, and market trends to provide valuable insight and guidance to our clients and candidates.
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