Life Sciences
We fuel growth for companies driving innovation and transformation in the life sciences and beyond.
The DSG advantage
Building upon the acquisition of BioQuest, our experience and knowledge place us at the intersection of science, technology, and commercialization. We understand the challenges facing teams and bring our total experience to help find the right talent to meet and overcome these challenges.
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Unmatched Capabilities
We understand the entire life sciences “canvas” - both the issues and roadblocks that stand in the way of a successful search process and innovative solutions that can break down those barriers. We help de-risk the hiring process by being thought partners, bringing insights and market intelligence to build your executive team.
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Market Intelligence
In Life Sciences, novel technology combined with market opportunity is critical. Culture and people are equally vital. With 30+ years of experience recruiting in this field, our Life Sciences Practice builds leadership teams for healthcare innovators. We understand changing leadership models, emerging roles, and leadership competencies in R&D, clinical, and commercial.
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Senior-Led Search
Our team of industry experts bring significant experience in identifying and recruiting transformative leaders and independent Board members. Our managing directors are strategic and hands-on with all elements of each retained search engagement.
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Our Results
We have earned distinction for our commitment to finding the right candidate, the precision of our placements, and a proven process for filling roles in cutting edge science and technology. Our networks and recruiting efforts are nationwide, in emerging growth companies.
The sectors we serve
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Pharmaceutical
We partner with leadership and talent acquisition teams in pharma/biotech to recruit key Director, Vice President, and C-level executive talent across all functions, building high-performing teams that bring lifesaving therapeutics to our world.
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Medical Devices
Building on the strong foundation and success of BioQuest, we partner with leaders and Boards of Directors in evolving and growing medical device companies to attract executive talent and build high-performance teams to commercialize lifesaving technologies.
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Biotechnology
We partner with investors and leadership teams in emerging growth companies - public and private – and Venture-backed portfolio companies to identify and recruit senior talent and independent Board members. We partner to build high-performing teams that bring novel science and technology to market.
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Diagnostics
We recruit for diagnostic companies that develop and provide tests, equipment, and services to identify medical conditions that enable physicians to make accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
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Precision Medicine
We work with companies developing novel scientific platforms for disease treatment and prevention that takes into account individual variability in genes, environment, and lifestyle for each person.
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Digital Health
We partner with digital health companies, including telehealth, wearable devices, AI applications, mobile health, and EHR.
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Research Institutions
Working in tandem with Board leadership, we recruit academic R&D leaders, tech transfer offices, and assets/programs that spin-out into standalone companies.
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Private Equity and Venture Capital
We work with seed investors, venture capital, and private equity firms dedicated to investing in breakthrough and life-saving medical innovation.
A specialized team
We’ve diversified the talent on our team to provide first-hand insight into how to build yours.
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Kim Ennis
Managing Director and Interim Practice Leader, Life Sciences
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Karen Bertrand
Managing Director
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Brad Buehler
Vice President and Senior Search Associate
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Liz Ewing
Managing Director and Co-Practice Leader, Financial Officers
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Dave Mildrew
Managing Director
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Heather Linehan
Vice President and Senior Search Associate
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Matthew Vossler
Managing Director
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Roger Anderson
Senior Advisor
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Kim Ennis
Managing Director and Interim Practice Leader, Life Sciences
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Karen Bertrand
Managing Director
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Brad Buehler
Vice President and Senior Search Associate
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Liz Ewing
Managing Director and Co-Practice Leader, Financial Officers
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Dave Mildrew
Managing Director
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Heather Linehan
Vice President and Senior Search Associate
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Matthew Vossler
Managing Director
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Roger Anderson
Senior Advisor
Diversified expertise
across industries
Forge your future here
As a leading executive search firm, we have earned distinction for our commitment to finding the right candidate, the precision of our placements, and a proven process for filling roles in the health and wellness sector.
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