Business Details
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Trusted Executive Search & Interim Staffing Solutions
Marcus & Associates has been a trusted partner in executive search and interim staffing for Life Sciences and Healthcare industries since 1986. Our team combines deep industry expertise with a relentless focus on relationships, flexibility, and results, delivering world-class talent tailored to client needs. We specialize in connecting organizations with leaders in research, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and commercial operations. Our rigorous candidate vetting process involves three expert recruiters per candidate, ensuring technical fit and cultural alignment. With a 99% close rate and 97% repeat business, we prioritize transparency, communication, and long-term partnerships.Our proprietary database of 500,000+ Life Sciences contacts and 2 million healthcare professionals ensures access to top-tier talent. We guarantee results within 20 days for permanent placements and offer pay-for-performance fee structures. Our team averages 12+ years of experience, with Practice Area Leaders specializing in biotech, pharma, medtech, and healthcare. We serve clients globally from offices in St. Petersburg, FL, and regions across the US and Asia Pacific. Our commitment to excellence has earned recognition as a Top 10 Life Science Recruiting Services Provider by Life Science Review Magazine.
Services
Executive Search
Interim Staffing
Permanent Placement
Industry Recruitment
Consulting Services
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 39 years of experience in Life Sciences and Healthcare recruitment
- 99% close rate and 97% repeat business
- 72% candidate callback rate vs. industry average of 25%
- Three expert recruiters interview each candidate
- Dedicated Practice Area Leaders with 12+ years of average tenure
What people say
Prompt, courteous follow-up
Outstanding job connecting talent
Detailed candidate assessment
Extremely reliable results-oriented
Represent companies well
Services
Executive Search
Our executive search service identifies top-tier leaders for critical roles in Life Sciences and Healthcare. We leverage a proprietary database of 500,000+ industry contacts and conduct rigorous three-stage candidate interviews. With 39 years of experience, we guarantee a 99% close rate and deliver qualified candidates within 20 days. Our Practice Area Leaders specialize in biotech, pharma, medtech, and healthcare sectors.
Interim Staffing
We provide interim staffing solutions for urgent project needs in Life Sciences and Healthcare. Our network includes 2 million healthcare professionals available for contract roles. Clients save 50-60% on labor costs using independent contractors. We ensure seamless transitions with 24/7 support and a 100% client satisfaction guarantee.
Permanent Placement
Our permanent placement service offers candidates vetted through a three-tier screening process. We guarantee a 94% retention rate for placements staying employed at least two years. The process includes customized search plans, market insights, and salary benchmarks to optimize hiring decisions.
Industry Recruitment
We focus exclusively on Life Sciences and Healthcare recruitment across six practice areas. Our team has placed thousands of professionals in research, clinical development, regulatory affairs, and commercial roles. We maintain deep networks in biotech, pharma, medtech, and healthcare sectors for targeted talent acquisition.
Consulting Services
Our consulting services optimize talent acquisition strategies for Life Sciences organizations. We provide market insights, salary benchmarks, and hiring cost reduction strategies. Our team partners with clients to streamline search processes and improve candidate experience through 15+ years of average recruiter expertise.
People
Joshua Marcus
President
President with 23 years in recruiting and 5 years in B2B marketing. Leads Commercial Practice and Business Development. Holds MBA from Duke Fuqua School of Business. Based in St. Petersburg, FL for 18 years.
Chad Montgomery
Executive Director
Results-oriented leader with 10 years at Marcus & Associates. Specializes in strategic planning and team development. Builds leadership teams for Life Sciences clients through proven talent acquisition expertise.
Rory Faulkner
Senior Vice President
12-year veteran with master's in managerial communication. Focuses on client project management and strategic partnerships. Holds degrees from Arizona State University in business and communication.
Angel M. Luisser
Head of Healthcare & Interim Services
15+ years in executive search with focus on clinical and operations roles. Leads Regulatory Affairs and Quality Practice Areas. Former Vice President of Operations at a healthcare recruitment firm.
Ray Rodriguez
Senior Vice President
14 years in Life Sciences recruitment. Former Dale Carnegie Top Sales Producer. Specializes in consultative sales and team development. Holds award-winning sales leadership credentials.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We specialize exclusively in Life Sciences and Healthcare recruitment, including biotech, pharma, medtech, and healthcare sectors since 1986.
How long does your recruitment process take?
We guarantee qualified candidate slates within 20 days for permanent roles and faster for interim placements, with average client onboarding in 5-8 weeks.
What makes your candidate vetting process unique?
Each candidate undergoes three expert interviews, technical evaluation, and cultural fit assessment to ensure 98% offer acceptance rates.
Do you offer global recruitment services?
Yes, we serve clients globally with offices in St. Petersburg, FL, and regional support in US West, US East, and Asia Pacific.
What is your success rate?
We maintain a 99% close rate and 94% retention rate for placements staying employed at least two years.
How are your fees structured?
We use pay-for-performance pricing with phased payments, offering 10-40% cost savings compared to competitors.
