Hiring Advice

For people managers, hiring decision-makers, and TA leaders in life sciences navigating one of the most consequential retention and hiring challenges in the industry.

With three major EU MDR compliance deadlines landing in 2026, competition for experienced regulatory affairs contractors has never been more intense. From EUDAMED becoming mandatory to PRRC requirements and Class III device transitions, manufacturers across Europe face mounting pressure. This guide breaks down contractor rates by country and seniority level, helping hiring managers build budgets that reflect the market as it stands today.

A strong chemtech hiring strategy aligns R&D and operations early to reduce scale-up risk, improve execution, and support sustainable growth in life sciences.

Culture-first hiring reduces risk and builds resilient life sciences teams. Learn how EPM Scientific helps align talent with values and compliance.

Oncology led drug launches in 2026 are accelerating life sciences hiring, with earlier demand across regulatory, R&D, quality, and commercial teams.

Scaling GLP-1 drugs is reshaping life sciences talent models, with demand driving reliance on contract, interim, and specialist expertise to support rapid manufacturing scale-up.

Life sciences jobs in 2026 face faster hiring, higher expectations, and sharper competition. See how the Year of the Fire Horse shapes career moves and hiring decisions.

How a clinical-stage biotech company appointed a Chief Medical Officer in just four weeks, avoiding retained search delays and protecting clinical and investor momentum.

How a leading biotech company built an internal global Clinical R&D function, delivering 25 specialist hires in 12 months to accelerate Phase 3 oncology trials and prepare for IPO.