# Scientific Recruiting

> The scientific recruiting industry connects trained researchers with positions in industry, government, and academia. With over 80% of STEM PhDs eventually leaving academic tenure tracks, this sector serves a massive and growing market.

*Source: [https://selltoscientists.com/industries/recruiting/](https://selltoscientists.com/industries/recruiting/)*

**Market size:** $18B
**Target researcher profile:** PhD candidates and postdocs considering industry transitions, principal investigators seeking talent for their labs, and mid-career researchers open to new roles

## Use cases

- PhD-to-industry placement
- Executive search for R&D leadership
- Contract research staffing
- Postdoc-to-biotech transition programs
- Academic job board services

## Representative companies

- IQVIA
- Kelly Science
- Hays Life Sciences
- EPM Scientific
- Planet Pharma
- Proclinical
- BioTalent
- Academic Positions

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