Workforce Genetics is a life science search firm that is trusted by top growth stage and venture-backed biotech companies to attract and recruit the top talent they need to grow their business and bring their technologies to patients. It also happens to be the parent company of BioBuzz Media. Laura was one of the first recruiters in the company and has since built a great career and reputation for delivering exceptional candidate experiences.
Suzy Turman joins the Workforce Genetics team with 15 years of staffing and recruiting experience with a specialty in the STEM field. Suzy’s professional background includes extensive account and candidate management, working with a variety of life sciences companies in the Northeast. Most notably, she emphasizes the importance of supporting the vibrant start-up community in the New England region.
Workforce Genetics welcomes Ezekiel Kelley as the new Director of Operations and Workforce Development Solutions. Ezekiel will establish and implement efficient operating systems to drive growth across the whole organization – including the Recruiting and BioBuzz divisions. Additionally, he will be the head architect for building innovative new workforce solutions; including a new online community and talent marketplace that seeks to expand access to virtual workforce development and education tools, increase career mobility, and democratize access to rewarding life science careers.
Sarah Ellinwood, Ph.D. Joins Workforce Genetics as Managing Editor for BioBuzz Media Workforce Genetics welcomes molecular biologist Sarah Ellinwood, Ph.D., as its new Managing Editor. Sarah will be collaborating closely [….]
Workforce Genetics welcomes Erik Crown as the new Head of Marketing and Communications to be the head storyteller conveying the vision for both the Talent and BioBuzz Media divisions which offer a variety of services to life science employers across several functional areas.
John Cookman has joined Workforce Genetics as a Talent Consultant to support the company’s growing Life Science business. John will be focused on supporting the scientific and executive search practice for clients in the BioHealth Capital Region.
TEDCO Talks’, a video series launched by TEDCO in November 2020, serves as a platform for individuals to hear from thought leaders on economic development in the BioHealth Capital Region (BHCR), and particularly in Maryland. These 30-minute virtual ‘fireside chats’ cover a range of topics, such as advice to small businesses dealing with COVID-19, available funding programs and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and more.
We’ve all heard of attempting to live a purpose-driven life, but what about conducting a purpose-driven job search? The ongoing pandemic has untethered many job candidates from prior geographic and job requirement constraints, leaving many with new priorities around what an ideal new job should be.
Biotech, Medtech, and pharma companies of all shapes, sizes, and focus areas are struggling to fill vacancies during a growth boom created by the pandemic and advancements in biomanufacturing, cell and gene therapy, and other bleeding-edge sectors. This ongoing boom has created an uber-competitive talent acquisition and retention environment that’s pushing hiring managers, talent leaders, and c-suite executives to evolve and adopt new talent hiring and retention strategies that give them a competitive hiring edge.
Workforce Genetics welcomes Jake Thomas as the new Director of Employer Brand & Talent Communities. Jake will be responsible for growing highly engaged professional communities through BioBuzz that create value for both the community participants and for the biotech and life science companies that we support.
