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About Us

Shaping the Future
of Life Sciences

We Connect Leading Life Sciences Organizations With
In-Demand Experts

Passionate about the sectors we serve, we specialize in connecting leading Life Sciences organizations with in-demand experts who are crucial to driving innovation and success. Our deep industry knowledge enables us to identify and attract top talent across all stages of the drug-development life cycle.

From research and development, through clinical trials and regulatory affairs, to market launch and post-market surveillance, we provide the expertise needed to guide groundbreaking drugs, devices, and therapies to market.

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Who Are We?

Aligned With Your Growth in Mind

At Barrington James, our in-depth expertise in the life sciences sector sets us apart. Our dedicated and passionate team, combined with specialized knowledge and an understanding of your unique needs, allows us to deliver the caliber of candidates essential for your success. From sourcing a single highly skilled candidate to supporting complex, multi-site staffing, we manage all location-specific compliance seamlessly, drawing on 23 years of experience.

Your Partner in Life Sciences Staffing

Our recruiters are industry experts who focus on niche areas within the life sciences, fostering connections and becoming trusted resources for your ideal talent pool. By developing customized talent roadmaps aligned with your organization’s goals and milestones, we ensure efficient, strategic hiring that supports your growth.

Partner with us, and together, let’s bring life-saving treatments to those who need them most.

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At Barrington James, we believe that the right talent is the driving force behind innovation in life sciences. Our mission is to connect industry leaders with exceptional professionals who are not just experts in their field, but passionate about making a real impact.
Dan Barrington CEO & Founder of Barrington James
Our Values

We Provide Unparalled Value To Our Clients and Candidates

We understand that finding specialist talent is more critical than ever. With demand for top professionals surging, especially post-pandemic, and the rise of start-ups driving innovation, having a trusted talent partner is key to maintaining growth.


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Performance-Driven

We deliver bespoke solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients, ensuring impactful outcomes.

Global Presence

We support international trials, rollouts, and ventures, connecting clients with talent and opportunities worldwide.

Precision-Execution

Our specialist network enables us to provide expert services across functional areas, ensuring thorough and effective execution.

Personable Commitment

We maintain the human element in staffing, fostering genuine connections and understanding individual needs.

Our Story

Key Achievements

Since our founding in 2002, we have been on an ambitious path to deliver tailored staffing solutions that make a lasting impact in the healthcare and life sciences industries. With a vision to operate on a global scale, Barrington James has achieved key milestones over the years, including expanding into new regions, rewarding its dedicated team through equity incentives, and investing in state-of-the-art workspaces.


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2002

Founded In...

Dan Barrington set out on an ambitious journey, founding Barrington James with a vision to deliver tailored recruitment solutions that truly make a difference in healthcare and life sciences on a global scale.

2009

International Expansion

Jonathan Jenkins came on board as COO, adding his expertise and leadership to steer the company toward new heights. We opened a new office in Singapore, with Matthew Bulley joining the team, bringing fresh energy and new perspectives.

2012

Commitment to Our People

We introduced the EMEI (Employee Managed Equity Incentive) shareholder scheme, demonstrating our commitment to rewarding our dedicated team. We also marked a significant milestone by opening our second US office in New York, expanding our global footprint.

2014

The American Dream

In a bold move, CEO Dan Barrington and Pippa Wilson relocated to the US and opened our first office in Raleigh, cementing our presence in the American market and broadening our global reach.

2019

Mini-Shares Celebration

We hosted our first 'mini-shares event,' a momentous occasion that highlighted our dedication to engaging and valuing our employees.

2020

Upgrading Our Spaces

We took significant steps to enhance our work environments by upgrading our HQ offices and offices in Singapore and New York, ensuring they reflect our growth and commitment to excellence.

2022

Orangewood Strategic Investment

In partnering with Orangewood, Barrington James can enhance its global recruiting solutions, expand its client-service capabilities and support its ongoing commitment to developing and utilizing cutting-edge technology and software leading to greater access for its clients of exceptional talent.

2024

Barrington James Acquires S3 Science

We proudly acquired S3, another leading life sciences business, marking a new chapter in our journey and expanding our specialized expertise and global reach.



Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

A Diverse Workplace Enhances Creativity and Innovation

We are dedicated to fostering Diversity, Equality and Inclusion (DE&I) within our organization, recognizing that a diverse workplace enhances creativity and innovation. Whether we’re hiring for you, placing you, or welcoming you into our team, we’re committed to providing equality of opportunity and actively working to make the life sciences industry a welcoming environment for everyone.

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Be Part of Something BIG!

At Barrington James, we partner with leading life science companies to drive industry innovation. Our teams benefit from cutting-edge recruitment technology and market-leading commission structures, reflecting our commitment to rewarding dedication and excellence.

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