Case Study
Kelta Pharma Therapeutics
Keltic Pharma Therapeutics is a biotechnology company founded in 2019 by Professors Andrew Tobin, Graeme Milligan, and Andrew Jamieson from the University of Glasgow. The company focuses on developing novel therapeutics for diseases such as malaria, severe asthma, Alzheimer’s disease, and schizophrenia. Their proprietary PEPSMOL© platform combines features of small molecules and biologics to target challenging proteins like G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs), offering new avenues for drug discovery.
“We reached out to STEM to try and identify a key hire for a mRNA Display Scientist. As a small business with world leading research, access to the best talent is a priority. In the first instance we endeavour to recruit directly and wasted between 6 and 9 months with a vital skillset shortage.
Incredibly, Gavin(@STEM) had a candidate from England within a short period, the candidate was exceptional and accepted the offer having decided to relocate On their advice we didn’t hesitate and moved quickly…”
Professor Andrew Jamieson
CSO @ Keltic Pharma Therapeutics
andrew.jamieson.2@glasgow.ac.uk
“Tom was an excellent hire. He was an amazing scientist, had a fantastic temperament and was talented when it came to problem solving. Tom became a key member of the PEPSMOL Discovery Team and went on to lead the team after 2 years. Tom now manages 6 individuals within the team very succesfully and his
contribution to our science is greatly appreciated.
Since 2021 we have approached STEM Recruitment for other key hires including a Parasitologist, a Structural Biologist and an Executive Assistant for the Leadership team.
The consultants at STEM managed our expectations, were accurate WRT timelines, sold the opportunity accurately to the candidate and the feedback on their contributions from the interviewees was first class. The hires were excellent and contributed to our science journey!”
“My strongest memory of dealing with STEM was the interaction in Gavin. He was always on the phone, always supportive and helpful throughout the process.
What stood out was his friendliness, ease to speak with, and made the experience feel smooth and personal.
I have loved working in Glasgow with Keltic, growing as a scientist, and working with an awesome talented team!”
Thomas Bridge
Senior MRNA Dispay Scientist
@ Keltic Pharma Therapeutics
Ready to find the right fit?
Get in touch with our team today.
