For biotech startups, navigating the maze of funding rounds is crucial for driving innovation and bringing ground-breaking discoveries to fruition. From early-stage research ventures to established biotech companies, understanding the nuances of funding rounds is paramount. In this funding rounds guide, we'll delve into the various stages of financing, tailored specifically to startup companies within the biotech industry.
Velvet Therapeutics was looking for an R&D leader to lead pre-clinical development pursuant to clinical trials and ongoing capital formation. Understanding the unique goals of the company, our biopharma team were able to shortlist six talented candidates for a Vice President of Research and Development position in only three months, and received excellent feedback throughout the process.
As the leader of a business, you hold the reins of your organization’s destiny, and the quest for top talent is paramount. While internal talent acquisition teams can get you so far, consider the broader, strategic advantage that utilizing an external search partner for the most critical hires can provide. In this blog, Director Tanya Ridding walks you through the benefits of partnering with an executive search organization.
In the dynamic, fast-paced world of Medtech, talent scarcity remains a persistent challenge. Leaders must grapple with identifying, attracting and retaining the very best in a highly competitive market. Those that have knowledge, have relationships but above all - have raw talent. In this blog, our Global Director of MedTech Tanya Ridding explores some of the strategies that can be implemented to ensure better talent management.
Recruiting executive leadership within the MedTech industry, Tanya Ridding has seen a slight improvement in female diversity across the industry over the years, but there are still many challenges faced. This blog dives into the lack of women in leadership positions within the MedTech industry, with some companies still reporting no women in top leadership positions and what you, as an executive leadership team, can do to help.
Global Scientific Head-hunter Katie Davis discusses the transformative impact of single-cell analysis in molecular biology and genomics, detailing techniques and applications across single-cell genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics, highlighting its significance in advancing scientific research and its potential in driving market growth and personalized medicine.
In the evolving landscape of omics technologies, a revolutionary stride has been taken with the advent of spatial omics. Traditional omics techniques have provided us with profound insights into the genomic, transcriptomic and proteomic realms of cellular understanding. However, a critical piece was missing - the spatial context. In this blog, Global Scientific Headhunter Katie Davis talks us through the ground-breaking technologies.
The medical field has witnessed a transformative approach to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. One in particular, is the Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS). The EUS, is a minimally invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of the digestive system and other organs. It can be used to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, including pancreatic cancer, gall bladder cancer, oesophageal cancer, Barrett’s oesophagus, gastric cancer, diseases of the liver, spleen, kidneys, IBD and so much more. Read my key takeaways in this blog.
In the ever-evolving landscape of medical technology, one ground-breaking advancement is gaining significant traction - the rise of capsule endoscopy. The capsule endoscopy market is not only expanding but is poised to reach a staggering global value of over $1.09 trillion by 2030. What is driving this unprecedented growth? Tanya Ridding explores the capsule endoscopy market's transformative rise and discusses emerging technologies shaping the future of gastrointestinal diagnostics.
Colorectal Cancer stands as the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the US. Early detection through colonoscopies is crucial for preventing the progression of CRC. However, high missed detection rates pose a significant challenge, putting patients at risk even with regular screenings. The potential impact is staggering, with over 13,500 CRC cases in the USA alone that could be prevented with more effective detection methods. In this blog, Tanya Ridding uncovers advancements in colorectal cancer detection.
Our ‘Spotlight On’ series interviews senior executives across various life science industries, revealing the driving forces behind their company’s success. Stablepharma is a novel technology that aims to provide fridge-free vaccines, reduce vaccine wastage and save lives. In this interview, I spoke with CEO and Executive Director Özgür Tuncer, to discuss his role within the company and upcoming plans for the team.
It's about time we reminded you all which industries we specialize in... so how better to do this than to get our talented consultants to explain in our 90-second Elevator Pitch series! Our elevator pitch series allows our consultants 90-seconds to showcase their expertise, credibility and value to help your business. In this interview, we spoke to Revna Comertpay, Senior Principal Consultant in the life science industry.
As part of our 'Meet the Team' series, you get to know the consultants behind their LinkedIn profiles. In this episode, we interviewed Life Science Principal Consultant Revna Comertpay. Revna has been with us for just over 9 years - and has grown hugely in her career, as well as established a great name for herself in the industry. Found out her favourite thing about recruitment, life sciences, and working for Invenia Group in this video.
2024 is here! Let's reflect on things accomplished in 2023. With countless brain advancement studies throughout the world, some have been summarized in a recent posting from LiveScience. Senior Recruiter Hollie Bevan reflects on brain advancement studies throughout the world in 2023. Delve into some of her favourites!
SprintRay Inc. is a 3D Printer manufacturer focused on digital dentistry. The company's products empower dentists to respond quickly to their patients and expand treatment offerings. In this interview, Consultant Tom Smith spoke with Senior Manager Regional DSO Mike Baker about his role within the company and upcoming plans for the team.
Our Industry Innovators series interviews senior leaders across various medical and life science industries, exploring the latest trends, upcoming technologies and pressing hot topics that are shaping the future. We recently had the opportunity to speak to Dentreads Founder Sharad Sahai and Executive Vice President Shy Kottal, finding out their thoughts on the 3D Printing industry and how technology is shaping the future of the industry.
It’s about time we reminded you all which industries we specialize in… so how better to do this than to get our talented consultants to explain in just 90 seconds! Our elevator pitch series allows our consultants 90-seconds to showcase their expertise, credibility and value to help your business. Lewis Wilson is an Executive Search Consultant working with Early-Stage Ventures in the Biotech space. In this 90-second pitch, find out how he can help your business.
In 2022 we set up The Simone Taylor Fund, fundraising for cancer prevention and support charities in memory of our friend and colleague, Simone. Since then, our teams have continued to raise fantastic amounts of money for a range of cancer charities. In October, Consultant Dom Robinson ran the Yorkshire Marathon, raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support through our Simone Taylor Fund.
From established corporate giants to innovative start-ups, our 'Spotlight On' series interviews individuals across the medical, pharmaceutical and scientific industries, revealing the driving forces behind their company's success. In this interview, I spoke with Elon Bar Lev, Sales Director at CitoForma, to find out his insights into the dental industry.
Our aim is to inspire the next generation of women, by giving an insight into what attracted individuals to this career, their experiences and words of advice for those either considering joining the industry or hoping to progress in their careers. Revna Comertpay spoke to Geraldine PIGNOT, Urological Surgeon and Cancer Practitioner about her experience in the life science industry.
We know EVERY recruitment company says they have a ‘fantastic culture’, but we really do! We think that Invenia Group is a unique and special place to work. This stems from the culture we cherish, the values we uphold and our shared sense of purpose that gives us a common direction. Which is why we are absolutely delighted to announce we have been awarded the 2023 People's Platform Award, an accolade which recognises 50 UK recruitment agencies for outstanding company culture!
Our 'Becoming' series aims to inspire the full spectrum of talent, sharing the unique career pathways that have led individuals from all walks of like to carve out careers at the intersection of science and technology. Adam Alexander spoke to Sunny Trivedi, a senior Spatial Biologist, about his journey from India to the U.S., the shift from academia to industry and why he loves his work.
It's about time we reminded you all which industries we specialize in... so how better to do this than to get our talented consultants to explain in our 90-second Elevator Pitch series! In this interview, we spoke to Marc Ogilvie, Principal Consultant in the digital health industry.
Our aim is to inspire the next generation of women, by giving an insight into what attracted individuals to this career, their experiences and words of advice for those either considering joining the industry or hoping to progress in their careers. Russell Stones spoke to Sharon Bournes, VP of Customer Marketing & Engagement, about her experience as a woman in the dental industry.
Filter Service partnered with us to hire 2 Account Managers, after struggling to find individuals with the experience they required. To address the challenges and identify potential candidates who matched their requirements, we designed and implemented a bespoke approach for Filter Service. We filled both roles, enabling them to meet increased demand in the market.
From established corporate giants to innovative start-ups, our 'Spotlight On' series interviews individuals across the medical, pharmaceutical and scientific industries, revealing the driving forces behind their company's success. In this interview, I spoke with Ilka Reineman, Executive Director of Business Development EMEA at LabConnect.
In 2022 we set up The Simone Taylor Fund, fundraising for cancer prevention and support charities in memory of our friend and colleague, Simone. Since then, our teams have continued to raise fantastic amounts of money for a range of cancer charities. In September, we went head-to-head in various sporting activities in the AM, and we celebrated with a summer party in the afternoon, raising funds for our Simone Taylor Fund. We managed to raise an incredible £1,006 for The Eve Appeal thanks to the generosity of our team, and donators.
Our aim is to inspire the next generation of women, by giving an insight into what attracted individuals to this career, their experiences and words of advice for those either considering joining the industry or hoping to progress in their careers. Revna Comertpay spoke to Marie Dehem, Chief Operating Officer at VitaDx about her experience as a woman in the life science industry.
3D printing is rapidly gaining prominence in the dental industry, with an expected growth rate of 25% by 2030. However, its potential in clinical settings remains unclear as the skills, time, and labor needed to manage production are significant barriers. In this interview, Recruitment Consultant Tom Smith spoke with James Bonham, CEO of Voxel Dental Solutions, to find out his perspective on the fast-changing industry.
In 2021, we sadly lost our friend and colleague Simone to BRCA-related breast cancer. We have since set up a fund in her name, through which we fundraise for cancer prevention and support charities. This month, 13 of our employees took part in a Mighty Hike across the Yorkshire Dales, raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.
3D printing is rapidly gaining prominence in the dental industry, with an expected growth rate of 25% by 2030. However, its potential in clinical settings remains unclear as the skills, time, and labor needed to manage production are significant barriers. Insights on the impact of 3D printing and its evolution in clinical settings, from industry expert Todd Ames. Todd has over 25 years experience in CAD/CAM technologies, dental implants, biologics, prosthetics, and clear aligners.
Christine Sands is the Divisional Director of our Pharmaceuticals team, with over 14 years of recruitment under her belt. You may know that she manages a team of six and supports companies across EMEA and the US with medical affairs and commercial positions; you may not know about her crumpet-eating record…
According to the OEDC, young firms across the world are creating almost half of new jobs and – having watched the monumental success of early stage ventures like Resolve Biosciences and Vizgen – more and more of us are being drawn by the unique opportunities that working at a startup presents. With the well-known cliches of long working hours, tight budgets, and potentially risky prospects, what is it that attracts people to work for a startup over more well-established organisations?
November is National Career Development Month, encouraging professionals to celebrate their own career development and focus on their future career choices. In this interview, we talk with Andrew Maddison – Director of our US Life Sciences team.
November is National Career Development Month, encouraging professionals to celebrate their own career development and focus on their future career choices. In this interview we spoke to Ben Conway – Managing Consultant of our pharmaceutical team.
November is National Career Development Month, encouraging professionals to celebrate their own career development and focus on their future career choices. First up, we interviewed Christine Sands – our Divisional Director of Pharmaceuticals.
In the last few months, we’ve raised over £9,000 through the Simone Taylor Fund. We want to champion the work of these charities, to raise awareness of their causes and the work they do. CEO Paul Rodwell speaks to Lisa Aldred at St Gemma's Hospice to find out more about their work.
A biotechnology startup, was looking to hire a Head of Commercial Operations to establish a commercial division within the company. Within one month of partnering with Invenia Group, the role was filled with a highly qualified candidate.
You may follow them on LinkedIn, but who are the Invenia Group team and what are they really like? Get to know the people behind the profiles in our ‘Meet the team’ series. Chris Pickles joined Invenia Group as Director two years ago and supports the growth and development of the business across all areas, from culture and hiring to business development and driving revenue.
Hollie Bevan joined Invenia Group in 2021 as part of our medical devices team, specialising in neurology medical devices. You may know that her background is in biomedical science; you may not know about her swimming prowess or recent musical achievement…
You may follow them on LinkedIn, but who are the Invenia Group team and what are they really like? Get to know the people behind the profiles in our ‘Meet the team’ series. Lewis Wilson is an Executive Search Consultant at Invenia Group, working with early-stage ventures in the gene therapy space. You may know that he helps start-ups developing gene and single cell therapies build their executive teams; you may not know that he also has a pilot’s license and loves The Fratellis more than most…
In the last few months, we’ve raised over £6,000 through the Simone Taylor Fund. We want to champion the work of these charities, to raise awareness of their causes and the work they do. CEO Paul Rodwell speaks to Mark Drain at Target Ovarian Cancer to find out more about their life-saving work.
In the last few months, we’ve raised over £5,000 through the Simone Taylor Fund. However, beyond just donations we want to champion the work of these charities, to raise awareness of their causes and the work they do.
A family-owned company dedicated to providing high-quality research tools planned to create a new Antibody Engineering Division and needed to recruit a Senior Scientist as the division’s first hire in the US.
Alvogen was looking to hire a Senior Director/Vice President - Business Development to focus on the US generics market. After one day, we presented a shortlist of 4 candidates to Alvogen and in less than 4 weeks, an offer was accepted by a candidate.
A growing life science company was looking to hire several field service engineer positions across Belgium and France. Due to the company hiring numerous positions, they were struggling to manage the process internally and needed to partner with a recruitment company that could help them to prequalify candidates on a technical basis.
The lack of female representation in senior management is evident across the industries we recruit in. Whilst International Women’s Day takes place on 8th March, we wanted to highlight the positive stories of successful women from different countries across the full month of March to help inspire the next generation of female leaders.
