EXPERTISE
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology
Biotech, Pharma and Manufacturing companies
Research & Development / Scientific Introduction
Debbie Anderson
Founding Director
Expertise:
HR, Admin & Finance
R&D / Scientific
Pharmaceutical Research and Development (R&D) encompasses the early stages of the drug development process. This could involve hands on scientific research within a laboratory to identify molecules to be used in developing new medicines to treat a specific disease or more project management and managerial roles leading teams and programmes of research.
We recruit for the following roles within R&D/Scientific:
- Scientist / Senior Scientist
- Biochemist / Microbiologist
- Laboratory Technician
- Lab Head / Team Lead
- Director
“Carrot Recruitment’s guidance throughout the entire process—from interview preparation to offer negotiation—was truly invaluable. They consistently provided clear communication, timely updates, and insightful information about the role and the company. Thanks to their efforts combined with my own, I secured a role that I’m genuinely excited about and aligns perfectly with my career goals.”
A career in Pharmaceutical Research & Development / Scientific
What should I do to progress in my career in this sector?
To progress in a career within Research & Development (R&D), focus on building deep technical expertise in your area of interest while expanding your knowledge across adjacent fields. Pursue advanced education or certifications relevant to your specialisation, such as a Ph.D. for research-intensive roles or project management credentials for leadership positions. Stay updated on industry trends, such as advancements in technology, data science, or regulatory requirements, and seek opportunities to contribute to innovative projects.
Networking is crucial—engage with professional associations, attend conferences, and connect with mentors to gain insights and opportunities. Additionally, developing soft skills like collaboration, communication, and leadership will prepare you for roles with greater responsibility, such as managing projects, teams, or cross-functional initiatives.
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Kerry was superb throughout the process from start to finish. Kerry kept me informed, was able to share details on the job role and the company, and gave me very helpful advice! Thank you Kerry!
I had the incredible pleasure of working with Debbie during my job search, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From our very first conversation, Debbie was incredibly warm, professional, and attentive. She truly took the time to understand my background and goals. Her guidance throughout the process was exceptional.
Debbie was sincere and consistently communicative, always updating me, and advocating on my behalf. What stood out most was her personal investment — she followed up after interviews, shared helpful insights, and even checked in after I started my new role. That level of care and support made the whole experience feel truly human even with us being oceans apart.
Debbie has set a new standard for what extraordinary recruitment looks like, and I’m genuinely grateful to have had her in my corner.
I had a great experience working with Chris Newall at Carrot Recruitment. I messaged him on LinkedIn about a business development role he posted, and he gave me a call within half an hour — super responsive from the very beginning.
Chris set everything up for the first role and kept me in the loop throughout, even though the process ended up dragging on with lots of delays and no real updates. Rather than leave me hanging, he got in touch about another business development role that turned out to be a much better fit. We scheduled all three rounds of interviews in under a week, and I ended up accepting the offer.
Throughout both processes, Chris was incredibly helpful — giving me useful tips for interviews and tasks, and just being really easy to talk to. If you’re job hunting and want someone who genuinely has your back, I’d highly recommend Chris and Carrot Recruitment.
Chris found a suitable new role for me and kept me updated throughout the process. Professional and efficient, good communication.
Louise was very friendly, helped explained all the in's and out's of the process and was very knowledgable.
She streamlined the process and sent remainders the whole way.
I fully recommend the services of Carrot Recruitment.
I had a fantastic experience with Hannah Hall at Carrot Recruitment and am so grateful for her support in securing my new role. She was professional, attentive, and genuinely committed to finding the right opportunity for me, taking the time to understand my background and career goals. Her clear, consistent communication, interview prep advice, and honest feedback made the entire process smooth and encouraging. Thanks to her dedication, I’ve landed a role I’m truly excited about, and I highly recommend Carrot Recruitment to anyone.
I cannot recommend Kerry from Carrot enough! From our first chat, she took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for and guided me through every step of the process without any fuss. If you want a recruiter who listens and gets results, Carrot is your go-to.
Absolutely fantastic experience from the moment I was contacted about the role. The guidance and support through the application interview process was invaluable and I feel my recruiter genuinely cared about me and making sure my best interests were protected.
I can honestly say when I worked with Matt he really set the bar for what a recruiter should be. He was heavily involved and offered above and beyond support, information & guidance. I couldn't recommend him enough and only wish we had connected sooner in my career.
Kerry was superb throughout the process from start to finish. Kerry kept me informed, was able to share details on the job role and the company, and gave me very helpful advice! Thank you Kerry!
I had the incredible pleasure of working with Debbie during my job search, and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. From our very first conversation, Debbie was incredibly warm, professional, and attentive. She truly took the time to understand my background and goals. Her guidance throughout the process was exceptional.
Debbie was sincere and consistently communicative, always updating me, and advocating on my behalf. What stood out most was her personal investment — she followed up after interviews, shared helpful insights, and even checked in after I started my new role. That level of care and support made the whole experience feel truly human even with us being oceans apart.
Debbie has set a new standard for what extraordinary recruitment looks like, and I’m genuinely grateful to have had her in my corner.
I had a great experience working with Chris Newall at Carrot Recruitment. I messaged him on LinkedIn about a business development role he posted, and he gave me a call within half an hour — super responsive from the very beginning.
Chris set everything up for the first role and kept me in the loop throughout, even though the process ended up dragging on with lots of delays and no real updates. Rather than leave me hanging, he got in touch about another business development role that turned out to be a much better fit. We scheduled all three rounds of interviews in under a week, and I ended up accepting the offer.
Throughout both processes, Chris was incredibly helpful — giving me useful tips for interviews and tasks, and just being really easy to talk to. If you’re job hunting and want someone who genuinely has your back, I’d highly recommend Chris and Carrot Recruitment.
Chris found a suitable new role for me and kept me updated throughout the process. Professional and efficient, good communication.
Louise was very friendly, helped explained all the in's and out's of the process and was very knowledgable.
She streamlined the process and sent remainders the whole way.
I fully recommend the services of Carrot Recruitment.
I had a fantastic experience with Hannah Hall at Carrot Recruitment and am so grateful for her support in securing my new role. She was professional, attentive, and genuinely committed to finding the right opportunity for me, taking the time to understand my background and career goals. Her clear, consistent communication, interview prep advice, and honest feedback made the entire process smooth and encouraging. Thanks to her dedication, I’ve landed a role I’m truly excited about, and I highly recommend Carrot Recruitment to anyone.
I cannot recommend Kerry from Carrot enough! From our first chat, she took the time to understand exactly what I was looking for and guided me through every step of the process without any fuss. If you want a recruiter who listens and gets results, Carrot is your go-to.
Absolutely fantastic experience from the moment I was contacted about the role. The guidance and support through the application interview process was invaluable and I feel my recruiter genuinely cared about me and making sure my best interests were protected.
I can honestly say when I worked with Matt he really set the bar for what a recruiter should be. He was heavily involved and offered above and beyond support, information & guidance. I couldn't recommend him enough and only wish we had connected sooner in my career.
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