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RecruitSeq is a founder-led recruiting firm helping early-stage and AI-driven biotechs hire exceptional scientific talent.
We specialize in novel research roles spanning HTP Drug Discovery, Computational Biology, Functional Genomics, Molecular Tool Development, and R&D Leadership, with deep networks in San Francisco and Boston.
Scientific Hiring Requires Specialized Expertise
Rather than relying on junior recruiters or outsourced sourcing teams, RecruitSeq provides direct, expert-level recruiting on every search.
With extensive networks across synthetic biology, cell and gene therapy, computational biology, protein engineering, AI/ML, and emerging areas of biotechnology, we bring established industry relationships and scientific credibility to your talent acquisition efforts. This allows us to engage highly specialized researchers who are often difficult to reach through conventional recruiting methods.
Proven Partner to Founders, Leaders, and Visionaries
Tuval Ben-Yehezkel - Founder & CEO at Stealth Mode Multiomics Startup
“Working with Corey has been an outstanding recruiting experience. The roles we’ve hired for demand highly specialized technical skills, and Corey consistently provided candidates who surpassed our expectations. His ability to effectively cut through the noise enabled us to efficiently focus our time on interviewing only the most qualified and capable candidates. In the highly competitive and time-sensitive start-up environment, Corey has become an invaluable and trusted extension of our team.”
Benson Cheng - VP of Strategy at Epicrispr Biotechnologies
“We have been fortunate to work with Corey for multiple technical roles at our company. He has consistently provided excellent candidates to our team and several candidates (unconventionally) have also provided wonderful feedback on his ability to share our company background in a way that excites them. This has allowed our team to stand out above competitors. I would highly recommend working with Corey if you get the chance!”
Ritsuko Someya - Director, HR at Morphic Therapeutic (acquired by Eli Lilly)
I appreciated how Corey combined his expertise with a thoughtful, personal approach, connecting with candidates in a way that made our opportunities stand out in a competitive space.
What I valued most was how collaborative and easy he was to work with. He checked in regularly, kept us updated on what he was seeing in the market, and shared helpful suggestions on how to strengthen our hiring process. It always felt like he was fully invested in our success.
I’d absolutely work with Corey again - he’s a true partner who makes hiring feel less stressful and more intentional.
“Corey clearly understands the R&D space in biotech and can introduce you to exciting opportunities you would have not known about otherwise.” – H.S.
“He was incredibly helpful throughout the process in a much more hands-on and invested manner than other recruiters I've worked with.” – S.M.
“I worked with Corey during my job search in 2024 and had an amazing experience.” – A.S.
“If you are a scientist looking for a new opportunity, he is the best person to connect with!” – S.M.
“Corey helped me find a great opportunity with a gene therapy startup and was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire recruiting process.” – H.M.
“Corey clearly understands the R&D space in biotech and can introduce you to exciting opportunities you would have not known about otherwise.” – H.S. “He was incredibly helpful throughout the process in a much more hands-on and invested manner than other recruiters I've worked with.” – S.M. “I worked with Corey during my job search in 2024 and had an amazing experience.” – A.S. “If you are a scientist looking for a new opportunity, he is the best person to connect with!” – S.M. “Corey helped me find a great opportunity with a gene therapy startup and was a pleasure to work with throughout the entire recruiting process.” – H.M.
“If you are a biotech startup looking to hire for scientific roles or you are a scientist looking to find your next opportunity, I would highly recommend working with Corey!” – J.L.
“He gave me useful advice on how to advocate for a competitive offer and leave my previous company on good terms.” – M.S.
“We connected regularly so he could make sure that any of my concerns were addressed. For anyone looking to advance their career in biotech, you should definitely reach out to Corey.” – M.A.
“I really enjoy working with Corey, and would strongly recommend anyone to work with him if looking for a new career.” – X.Y.
“I would love to work with him again in the future.” – I.L.
“If you are a biotech startup looking to hire for scientific roles or you are a scientist looking to find your next opportunity, I would highly recommend working with Corey!” – J.L. “He gave me useful advice on how to advocate for a competitive offer and leave my previous company on good terms.” – M.S. “We connected regularly so he could make sure that any of my concerns were addressed. For anyone looking to advance their career in biotech, you should definitely reach out to Corey.” – M.A. “I really enjoy working with Corey, and would strongly recommend anyone to work with him if looking for a new career.” – X.Y. “I would love to work with him again in the future.” – I.L.
“No question was too small, and his answers were always extremely thoughtful. He really has fantastic expertise in the biotech and R&D space.” – L.S.
“He made my experience enjoyable. He is fantastic at what he does, and very professional and fun to work with!” – H.K.
“Very responsive and follow up with every request, big or small. Handled everything in a highly professional manner!” – N.W.
“For anyone looking to make the transition from academia to industry, I highly recommend working with him!” – S.K.
“I worked with Corey when he helped place me into a great industry opportunity, an exciting stealth-mode biotech which has been the perfect fit.” – G.C.
“No question was too small, and his answers were always extremely thoughtful. He really has fantastic expertise in the biotech and R&D space.” – L.S. “He made my experience enjoyable. He is fantastic at what he does, and very professional and fun to work with!” – H.K. “Very responsive and follow up with every request, big or small. Handled everything in a highly professional manner!” – N.W. “For anyone looking to make the transition from academia to industry, I highly recommend working with him!” – S.K. “I worked with Corey when he helped place me into a great industry opportunity, an exciting stealth-mode biotech which has been the perfect fit.” – G.C.
Meet the Team
My name is Corey Imparato, and I am the Founder and Principal Recruiter of RecruitSeq. I have spent over 7 years placing 100+ elite, PhD-level scientists across multiple complex scientific disciplines. My clients are founder-led, small-to-mid-sized biotech startups with novel research theses that have a highly selective pool of candidates to recruit.
I founded RecruitSeq to bring a more focused, rigorous, and personalized approach to scientific recruiting. By personally executing every search, I develop highly targeted recruiting strategies and maintain strict standards for candidate quality. My goal is simple - every candidate I introduce should be worth my client's time.
I live in Boston with my wife (a practicing radiologist) and our baby boy. We're always out exploring everything the city has to offer.
Corey Imparato
Founder and CEO
Gidget
Office Cat
FAQs
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RecruitSeq specializes in recruiting for early-stage and growth-stage biotechnology companies, particularly founder-led startups developing novel scientific technologies. We work with organizations across synthetic biology, cell and gene therapy, AI-driven drug discovery, computational biology, and other emerging areas of life sciences research.
Our services are especially valuable for startups with highly specialized scientific hiring needs, limited internal recruiting resources, and exceptionally high standards for technical talent.
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RecruitSeq specializes in highly technical research positions, including computational biologists, bioinformatics scientists, machine learning researchers, protein engineers, molecular biologists, and scientific R&D leaders.
Our recruiting experience spans synthetic biology, cell and gene therapy, genomics, protein engineering, AI/ML, and preclinical research. We support searches ranging from individual scientific contributors to senior research leadership, with an emphasis on candidates whose technical expertise directly aligns with a company's scientific objectives.
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RecruitSeq is a founder-led, boutique recruiting firm that provides direct, senior-level expertise on every search. Rather than delegating sourcing and screening to junior recruiters or outsourced teams, we personally manage the recruiting process from initial research through candidate evaluation and placement.
Our extensive networks across specialized scientific communities allow us to engage researchers through established industry relationships and highly personalized outreach. We prioritize candidate quality over submission volume, with the goal of making every introduction worth our client's time.
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RecruitSeq was founded by Corey Imparato, a Boston-based biotech recruiter with more than seven years of specialized recruiting experience and over 100 PhD-level scientist placements throughout his career.
His experience includes supporting early-stage research teams across synthetic biology, cell and gene therapy, computational biology, protein engineering, and other emerging technologies. This background provides RecruitSeq with established scientific talent networks and experience navigating some of biotechnology's most challenging recruiting searches.
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RecruitSeq begins each search by developing an understanding of the client's scientific objectives, research platform, and technical requirements.
We use targeted research, established industry networks, and personalized outreach to identify scientists whose experience aligns with those needs. Candidate evaluation considers relevant research contributions, technical expertise, career accomplishments, and alignment with the hiring team's objectives.
Rather than emphasizing the number of resumes submitted, we focus on presenting a highly selective group of qualified candidates. -
RecruitSeq is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and supports biotech and AI/ML recruiting searches throughout the United States.
We have a particularly strong focus on the Boston/Cambridge and San Francisco Bay Area biotechnology ecosystems, including South San Francisco and surrounding research hubs. Our national recruiting networks also allow us to support companies in other major life sciences markets and identify qualified candidates across geographic boundaries.
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RecruitSeq primarily offers contingency recruiting services, allowing biotechnology companies to engage a specialized recruiting firm without committing to a traditional upfront search fee. Under a contingency agreement, fees are tied to successful placements according to the agreed terms.
For companies with multiple open positions or ongoing recruiting needs, we can also discuss customized engagement structures. Our goal is to develop a recruiting strategy that aligns with each client's hiring objectives, budget, and timeline.
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Yes. RecruitSeq works with founder-led biotech startups building and expanding their scientific research organizations, including companies hiring their first specialized scientists or developing new research capabilities.
Our founder has experience supporting the growth of early-stage research teams and recruiting across multiple scientific disciplines. We work closely with founders and R&D leaders to understand immediate hiring priorities, identify critical skill gaps, and recruit scientists who can contribute to the company's long-term research objectives.
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Getting started begins with a conversation about your company's science, current team, and hiring priorities.
We'll discuss the technical requirements of your open positions, the availability of relevant talent, and the challenges you're experiencing in the hiring process. From there, we can recommend a recruiting strategy, establish expectations for the search, and determine whether RecruitSeq is the right partner for your team.
Contact us through our website or info@recruitseq.com to schedule an introductory conversation.
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