Spelman & Associates is one of the most highly respected national search firms in the biopharmaceutical industry. For nearly two decades, we have worked collaboratively with industry professionals for top biotech and pharmaceutical companies to help them build the strongest and most successful teams possible. We focus on satisfying the recruitment needs of our clients, matching them with the industry's most qualified talent.

focusing on you

Leveraging our understanding of industry technical requirements and corporate structure — from scientific and technical to executive — we select only candidates who are fully qualified to do the job and thrive in your working community.

making connections for you

Drawing on our extensive knowledge and nationwide network of thousands of industry and academic professionals, we source only qualified, motivated candidates who will meet or exceed your technical requirements and suit your organization's culture.

We make new contacts every day to ensure our candidate pool is always fresh. As an active member of the industry's leading professional organizations — including American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS), American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), International Society of Pharmaceutical Engineers (ISPE), Medical Marketing Association (MMA), Parenteral Drug Association (PDA), and Society of Quality Assurance (SQA) — we keep abreast of the latest developments and in touch with the top professionals in the field.

getting the job done

Since 1990, Spelman & Associates has built an exceptional record of integrity, personal service, and placement success. Our unparalleled industry knowledge and experience, along with our unique approach and commitment to getting the job done, have enabled us to develop long-term, exclusive and collaborative relationships with the outstanding firms in these industries. Our goal is to help you attract the highest quality employees in the most efficient manner possible.

sharing our passion and vision

Lauren Spelman's passion for science and her vision of the scope and influence of the emerging biotechnology industry led her to build her business around this specialization. Today, with nearly two decades in close partnership with Spelman & Associates clients, Ms. Spelman is one of the best-known and most respected recruiters in the industry.