Scott White

About Me:
- EVP + Principal Recruiter
- 20+ years of recruiting experience
- Founding Advisory Board Member, Ticket to Biotech
- Outside of work, I love to travel, work on home projects, and play catch with my Goldendoodle, George
HireMinds
- Areas of specialization: marketing, communications, finance/accounting and life sciences (R&D, manufacturing, clinical, commercial).
- Recognized by Forbes and Inc5000 for excellence and growth.
The Recruiting
Work I Do
- Industries: Pharma, biotech, and medical devices.
- Specialties: Communications, marketing, investor relations, and patient advocacy.
- Roles: From Managers to Directors to VPs.
- Network: Strong national presence with a deep base in Boston.
My Approach
- Only take on searches when I can dedicate time and ensure success.
- Quick results: Resumes submitted within a week; average time-to-fill: 60 days.
- Act as a company ambassador, sharing your unique story to attract top talent.
- Resolve issues or misconceptions during the hiring process.
- Provide a diverse slate of candidates.
Industry
Engagement
- Advisory Board Member: Ticket to Biotech (T2B), a global network of biopharma communication professionals focused on building connections, knowledge sharing, and strategic learning.
- Frequent speaker and writer, sharing insights on job searches, hiring tips, and market trends.
Metrics-driven results

100% fill rate on engaged
searches

325+ candidates placed at 125+
companies over the past decade

4+ years average retention of placed
candidates (record: 16 years!)

92% offer acceptance rate
Clients I Have
Worked With
Albireo Pharma (acquired by Ipsen), Alnylam, AstraZeneca, Biogen, Dianthus Therapeutics, Foundation Medicine, Seagen (acquired by Pfizer), PureTech Health, Spero Therapeutics, Tango Therapeutics, Takeda, Wave Life Sciences, Xenon Pharmaceuticals, and many others.
Recent Positions
Filled
Executive Director, Corporate Communications
Head of Marketing
Head of Investor Relations and Corporate Affairs
Global Director, R&D Communications
Director of Technical Product
Director, Digital Communications
Associate Director, Product Communications for Rare Disease
Portfolio
Director of Global Patient Advocacy
Associate Director, Franchise Communications