Biotechnology Recruitment Agencies Directory
Vector -the science & technology experts! We are an innovative team of experienced consultants, specialising in the high technology market. We don't dilute our efforts by working in other sectors and all of us have an engineering or science background. We understand our market and the careers it can offer bright, ambitious people.
Covers: UK Wide | Contract, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries from £25k - £100k+
Headquartered in the UK, Network Scientific is an expert-led, award-winning science recruitment agency that offers compliant temporary, permanent and contract recruitment services to the scientific, medical, laboratory and engineering industries. We work with companies ranging from start-up to global organisations and nothing is ever too much trouble for us.
Covers: United Kingdom, Ireland and Mainland Europe | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
We have decades of experience in recruiting for roles in biotechnology and life sciences. Our specialists are experts in recruiting across molecular and cell biology, biomedical science, and microbiology. Whether you need a QA manager, principal scientist, or laboratory technician to join your team, we can work with you to find the professional with the right skill set to help your organisation flourish.
Covers: UK Wide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Rise Technical is a specialist in engineering, construction, energy and technology sectors. Our mission statement is to positively change lives through unrivalled organisation of highly motivated resources. We aim to add value to your organisation by providing a brilliant service and positively changing the lives of the candidates and clients we represent.
Covers: UK, Europe, America | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
At Highbury Recruitment we believe in building personal and long standing relationships with both clients and candidates alike. Specialising in Industrial, Engineering, Scientific, Automotive and Electronic sectors, Permanent and Temporary recruitment, Highbury Recruitment has an extensive network of contacts. This makes us the only place you need to go for your recruitment requirements. Our ethos is simple: 'A personal approach to personnel'
Covers: East Anglia | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Orchid House Solutions specializes in connecting exceptional talent with top-tier opportunities across various industries, Employers seeking skilled professionals and candidates looking for their next career move can rely on our personalized recruitment solutions to ensure the perfect fit every time.
Covers: Leeds | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
We are RECCO. A team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about bridging the gap between extraordinary talent and businesses alike. Our mission is clear: to connect top-tier professionals with exceptional career opportunities across diverse industries. We’re not your average agency; we will work with you for as long as it takes, to increase your team and maximise quality and performance.
Covers: UK Wide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Holistic Recruiters: Driving Innovation in Biotechnology Recruitment. With over a decade of experience, we specialize in connecting top-tier talent with roles in research, development, and production. Our tailored approach ensures the perfect fit for your team, empowering breakthroughs and growth. Trust us to deliver skilled professionals who excel in the dynamic biotechnology sector!
Covers: Colchester, London, South of England, Midlands | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Job Switch is a unique recruitment agency that specializes in the construction, transport, industrial, Finance, HR, Admin and warehouse industries With offices in London and Essex, however, we operate nationwide all over the UK. We offer talent solutions that are tailored specifically to meet the needs of your company.
Covers: United Kingdom | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Perigon Associates: Your trusted recruitment partner in Engineering, Manufacturing & Technical Recruitment. Specialising in placing top-tier talent throughout the UK & Europe, we connect innovative companies with exceptional professionals to drive growth and success. We do this by using advanced AI, cutting-edge software & our many resource hubs. Trust our expertise to deliver exceptional candidates to drive your company's success.
Covers: UK Wide and International | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Established 1999, Owen Payne is the Recruiter You Can Trust. Privately owned, ethical and professional agency specialising in both blue and white-collar sectors. Dedicated recruiters that ensure an accurate match between clients and candidates. Our expertise spans across FMCG, Engineering, Manufacturing, Warehousing, E-Commerce, Data Management and Driving sectors. Temporary, contract, Onsite management and permanent recruitment solutions.
Covers: Midlands & Welsh Boarders | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k
Right Step Recruitment we pride ourselves in being a friendly forward-thinking agency. Times are changing. We know this. That is why it is important now more than ever to be working alongside the right agency who has the cutting edge to ensure the best solutions for you. We specialise in Health & Social Care, Catering, Commercial & Hospitality, Education, Construction, Trades & Labour & more. Get in touch to get the ball rolling.
Covers: Nationwide | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
Flexible Solutionz has been helping recruit Biotechnology / Pharmaceutical professionals for many years. We have a proven track record of success across this discipline. We are able to provide testimonials & references on request. We offer excellent rates & rebate schemes to protect your investment.
Covers: North West England | Part Time, Permanent | Salaries £15k - £100k+
We specialise in Technical disciplines for scientific roles, such as , Microbiology, Laboratory Technician, Test Technician,Technology Manager Life Sciences, Reliability Engineer, R&D Engineer, Product Development, Quality Engineer; candidates with laboratory or production environment experience. We service both interim and permanent vacancies in Scotland, UK wide and Europe. Call us today no upfront costs and a professional service.
Covers: UK wide | Contract, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries £15k - £100k+
E3 Recruitment is one of the UK’s leading blue collar and white collar engineering, manufacturing and technical recruitment specialists. Having been formed in joint partnership by a close team of recruitment professionals to create a true regional, national and international presence.
Covers: Yorkshire & Humberside, Wales, Scotland, Midlands | Contract, Part Time, Permanent, Temporary | Salaries from £17k - £100k+
Ontrak Recruitment
Recruitrite Ltd
Discover International
Hanison Green
Contracts IT Consulting
X4 Life Sciences
Warman O\'Brien
DNA Talent
Positiively Different Solutions
Wolviston Recruitment
VOSS Executive Search
Jobs in Science
Avery Fairbank
Redwood Search
Apsida Life Science
Lava Recruitment
Rox Resources
Joseph Executive Search
Mediatum
Lead Candidate
Mason Harding
Springboard Worldwide
Pharma Partners
CPL Life Sciences
Star OUTiCO
SCI Partners
EPM Scientific
AKS Recruitment
SciPro
Turner Regulatory Recruitment
Life Science Medics
Crown Pharmacovigilance Limited
A Select UK Ltd
ARTO
Carter Schwartz
AssureBio
Ashley James Consulting
Windsor Bux
Blackfield Associates - International Life Sciences Staffing Solutions
Wentworth Life Sciences
Next Phase Recruitment
ETS Technical Sales
Flowtec Group
Delta Consultants
Invenia Group
Albion Rye Associates
AllPharma Recruitment
Ark Talent Group
Biopharm Search
Populus Select Recruitment
CT19
Carrot Pharma
Taylorollinson
CK Group
ENG Bauen
Whitehall International
Entrust Resource Solutions
Plymtree Careers
RAM Resourcing
RBW Consulting
Care4health
Carrot Recruitment
Cranleigh Scientific
The Dove Partnership
Pacific International
CY Partners
Gold Group
Hyper Recruitment Solutions
PDR Group
WP Recruitment
AM Recruitment
First Engineering Services LTD
ABA Executive
LanceSoft
PDR Recruitment
Biotech Rec
Hardy Recruitment
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More information
Biotechnology, is an emerging and highly technical field, which concerns itself with the use of biological processes in order to aid technological advancement. Also known as the 'life sciences,' cellular manipulations can be used to fight new strains of disease, or in theory, even cure problems as big as world hunger. The industry produces about £3 billion in annual revenue in the UK and provides employment for more than 20,000 staff at some 300 businesses. The UK is one of the world's leading nations for biotechnology, and has won an impressive 23 Nobel Prizes for breakthroughs in the field. Considerable biotech research clusters exist in locations including Oxford, Edinburgh and Cambridge - and Agency Central lists many recruitment agencies in these areas.
Job roles and qualifications
Biotech Recruitment agencies report that many employment opportunities are available in the areas of Clinical Research, Chemical Engineering, and Warehouse Operations, as well as Clerical and Secretarial staff. Most of these roles require a relevant degree or masters but Biology-related courses are traditionally some of the most oversubscribed and competitive, with only around 20% of applicants being accepted. Professionals in the field are required not only to hold advanced academic degrees, but also to complete hands-on training programmes, (usually provided on the job), to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and the practical demands of the profession.
While many job roles in Biotech are degree-driven, there are non-graduate routes into the industry -namely in areas such as animal care. In this area, employers will mainly look for GCSEs and A-levels, but previous experience in caring for animals will weigh heavily on any prospects. On-the-job training will prove to be the most important aspect in this role but staff may later be encouraged to undertake an NVQ in Animal Technology.
Biotech salaries
London is the UK hub for Biotechnology, which is reflected in the significantly higher salaries found there, compared to the rest of the country. Nationwide salaries range from £20-55K, and the average salary in Biotech is about £30K. In London, however, that average rises to around £42K.
Major employers
The largest employers for this field in the UK are Unilever Research, GSK, and Pfizer, with the latter frequently finding itself at the top of the big spenders list for research projects. A significant proportion of jobs are also university-affiliated, and PhD research accounts for a major part of the industry.
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