Your trusted partner for life sciences talent
LumaBio Partners provides bespoke recruitment strategies exclusively for the biotechnology sector.
Our mission
Enhancing global health by connecting innovative companies with the right individuals, ensuring their products effectively reach the patients who need them most.
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Supporting every phase of drug development
Our recruitment expertise spans the entire drug development lifecycle.
Find out what we cover in more detail below:
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Pre-clinical
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Clinical
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Connecting you with professionals advancing trials and studies.
Commercial
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Securing experts to bring products to market.
Medical
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Sourcing talent in medical affairs and regulatory roles.
Quality & Manufacturing
Finding specialised talent for the earliest phases of research.
Identifying leaders to uphold quality in manufacturing.
Expertise across regions
LumaBio Partners can support talent needs globally.
We understand the changing nature of the global talent market and biotech specifically, and we work across key regions including North America, Europe, the Middle East and APAC.
Our services
Our recruitment services have been developed to support the evolving culture & ever-changing landscape of dynamic biotechs. We offer:
Comprehensive recruitment strategies to identify and place the right permanent talent to drive long-term success.
Full-time
solutions
Flexible staffing options for short-term projects or specific phases, ensuring your team remains agile and well-resourced as needs shift.
Temporary solutions
Building real partnerships
Our commitment to fostering a successful partnership goes beyond conventional recruitment methods.
We act as an extension of your department, adopting a collaborative approach which ensures your company is effectively represented to the talent community.
We also offer a Talent Mapping service that provides real-time insights into competitors’ hiring strategies, salary expectations, and required skills, enabling you to navigate the talent landscape effectively.
Building a community of
life sciences professionals
At LumaBio Partners, we’re building a community of life sciences professionals.
Whether you are looking for a full-time or part-time position, we’re committed to delivering an outstanding experience with personal feedback and guidance at every stage of the recruitment process.
Join us for a tailored, supportive journey that respects your career goals and values your expertise.
Our values
Transparency
We believe in working together with you, with open, honest communication at every stage of the recruitment process.
Accountability
We do what we say, taking ownership of our work, delivering on our promises, and upholding high standards.
Curiosity
We ask the right questions, exploring every detail to deliver recruitment solutions that align with your unique needs.
About LumaBio Partners
LumaBio Partners was founded by Joseph Emmott to collaborate with biotech companies, assisting them in attracting the right talent to fuel their innovation.
With over a decade of recruitment experience delivering a range of hiring strategies to the life sciences industry, Joe specialises in biotech companies within rare and infectious diseases, oncology, cell and gene therapy, immunology and CNS, across 26 countries. This experience has resulted in an in-depth understanding of the challenges companies face when searching for new talent.
Joe's focus on listening to what we needed, then sending us candidates based on what he heard, worked well. He helped us find better candidates. After every round of interviews we had a feedback session. Each time, the experience was better and better, ultimately ending with a couple of super star candidates and long-term members of the team.
Although I was in the U.S. and Joe in the U.K, he managed his schedule to accommodate mine and took the opportunity to visit us, in person, when needed.
Infectious Disease Biotech - Maryland
Director of Product Development
From our first conversation, Joe took the time to understand my skills, career goals and my job preferences. He rapidly connected me to a role that aligned with my interests and was crucial in guiding me through the entire selection process.
Throughout each step, Joe was professional, communicative, supportive and made me feel comfortable and confident about the process. He was always available to answer my questions and provided me with advice for each interview. I’d highly recommend Joe to anyone looking for a recruiter committed to making the job search experience as smooth as possible.
Rare Disease Biotech - Spain
Manager of Process and Analytical Development
I had the pleasure of working with Joe during our searches at a medium-sized French biotech. From the outset, he demonstrated exceptional professionalism and a deep understanding of our industry needs.
One of his standout qualities is his remarkable listening skills. Joe took the time to truly understand our company’s culture, the specific requirements of the role, and the nuances of what we were looking for in a candidate, ensuring every individual presented was both highly qualified and a perfect fit.
This, together with his proactive communication, made the entire recruitment process smooth and efficient.
Rare Diseases - France
Head of R&D
Joe did an outstanding job recruiting a top sales leader for our niche drug delivery platform. He demonstrated a strong understanding of our industry needs and took the time to thoroughly vet candidates, presenting only the most relevant profiles.
Joe was highly attentive, an excellent communicator, and consistently met our timelines. He truly listened to our needs and delivered results beyond expectations. I highly recommend Joe for his professionalism, attention to detail, and expertise in recruitment.
Antimicrobial peptides – New York
Director of Business Development and Alliance Partnerships