Classic Search

Classic Search is the service most preferred by our clients. The fee is split into thirds, the first of which is paid upon initiating a contract, the second after three viable candidates have been presented and the final payment after the hire is made.

Reserve Search

Our Reserve Search refers to a contract which involves an exclusive arrangement between you and Steele Executive Search. One-third is paid as an initiation fee and the final two-thirds of the fee are paid upon successful conclusion of said search.

MISSION

To approach every client and every candidate with equal energy and transparency. To think like water, always fluid, moving through all obstacles to find the perfect bond between both entities to ensure success!

VALUES

Integrity –

having a deep guiding principle that transcends monetary remuneration.

Intuition –

an immediate understanding of abstract ideas.

Experience –

knowledge, skills and experience acquired through time.

Here is a sampling of roles we have worked on:

Chief Scientific Officer
SVP / VP of Research
SVP/ VP of Chemistry
SVP / VP of Computational Sciences.
SVP / VP of Biology
SVP / VP of CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls)
Senior Director / Director of Chemistry

Senior Director / Director of Biology
Senior Director / Director of Pharmacology
Senior Director / Director of Strategic Alliance
Senior Director / Director of Computational Sciences
Principal Scientist
Scientific Director, Drug Discovery
Sen Dir/Dir Pharmacology

OUR FOUNDER

Paula Kazarosian

Founder, Steele Executive Search

On a hundred acre horse farm, in the rugged mountains of Maine, Paula established Steele Executive Search, a culmination of her gift for connecting talent with opportunity. For the past twenty years, Steele Executive Search has been synonymous with excellence in the field of executive search. Specializing in early-stage drug discovery, her firm excels in identifying top-tier executive talent, shaping the future of innovative biotech endeavors as well as working with established large pharmaceutical companies.

Testimonial

What our customers say

Anthony Romero

Director, Chemistry at ORIC Pharmaceuticals

It was a pleasure working with Paula and is the best experience I have had during a job search. Job searches can be stressful, but Paula transformed it into a unique experience where I can honestly call her a friend. I have worked with many

Sumudu Leelananda

Ph.D. Computational Chemist

I first worked with Paula when she screened me for a job I applied for. Throughout the application process she gave me a lot of career advice and also helped me get better at interviews. With all the years of experience she has, she is very knowledgeable and

Candidate Comment

…I don’t believe anyone that I have spoken with so far, which includes a growing list of pharma scientists, managers and recruiters, has cut to the point as effectively as you did, nor has anyone provided the level of detailed and insightful suggestions…

Michael Varney

Senior Vice President – Small Molecule Drug Discovery Genentech

I have known Paula for over 15 years now and have always found her to be knowledgeable, honest, flexible, and insightful. She seems to know everyone in the industry and has worked successfully with a huge number of executives. She has a very good feel

S. David Kimball

Chief Scientific Officer

I have known Paula Kazarosian for well over a decade and three different companies. I have always had great confidence in her ability to evaluate and present candidates, and to understand the essential aspects of the positions she is filling. Paula is very thorough in

Dan Marquess

Vice President of Chemistry

Paula provides a unique and unmatched depth and breadth of connections throughout the global pharmaceutical industry. She is highly respected and trusted which allows her to reach out to an impressive array of potential candidates and advisors. This enables her thorough evaluation of the compatibility