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About Nexagen Search

Nexagen Search's mission is to empower biotech and pharmaceutical companies by connecting them with exceptional scientific and technical talent that drives innovation, growth, and success at every stage of research and development. We are dedicated to building high-performing teams that support the discovery, development, and commercialization of life-changing therapies. Through our specialized recruitment expertise, we strive to be a trusted partner that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of our clients and candidates, fostering long-term relationships and advancing the future of medicine and technology.

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About US

Jeff Caskey | Founder/Principal

Jeff Caskey | Founder/Principal

Jeff Caskey | Founder/Principal

Jeff has more than 10 years of experience recruiting in the biotechnology industry, with a focus on research, development, and manufacturing roles. He has successfully completed over 200 searches for companies ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical leaders. His deep industry knowledge and extensive network of specialized experts e

Jeff has more than 10 years of experience recruiting in the biotechnology industry, with a focus on research, development, and manufacturing roles. He has successfully completed over 200 searches for companies ranging from startups to global pharmaceutical leaders. His deep industry knowledge and extensive network of specialized experts enable him to connect companies with top-tier talent. 

Outside of work, Jeff enjoys spending time with his wife and two young sons, playing golf, and drumming at his local church.

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Liam Kane | Recruiting & Ops

Jeff Caskey | Founder/Principal

Jeff Caskey | Founder/Principal

Liam graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and completed his internship at a law firm in Baltimore. After graduation, he joined Nexagen Search as an Associate, where he quickly established himself as a research and operations guru, handling much of the behind-the-scenes work that keeps the firm running smoothly.   Outside of w

Liam graduated from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and completed his internship at a law firm in Baltimore. After graduation, he joined Nexagen Search as an Associate, where he quickly established himself as a research and operations guru, handling much of the behind-the-scenes work that keeps the firm running smoothly.   Outside of work, Liam enjoys staying active, fishing,  and spending time with friends and family.

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Testimonials

"Jeff is a highly skilled recruiter who masterfully aligns corporate hiring goals with the wants and needs of job candidates." - David Hilbert (Founder/CEO) 


 "Jeff is an exceptional recruiter and has sourced and hired wonderful talent for our organization.  If you have a requisition that requires turning over every stone to find that needle in a haystack, Jeff is a fantastic resource and an ethical recruiter and business partner." - Angela Biehl  (Director of Talent Acq)


Jeff helped place me in my first position after my PhD and found a perfect fit for me. He was professional, genuine and a great communicator. I am lucky to have crossed paths with Jeff when I did!  - Alexandra Wolfarth (Senior Scientist) 


"Working with Jeff for several years has been an absolute pleasure. He has a deep understanding of the industry and can analyze the needs for the roles our company is looking for. Jeff always puts his best efforts to find the best candidates and the people Jeff recruited for us have a great team dynamic and are a great fit for the company." - Sun Young Hwang (HR Business Partner) 


"I had the pleasure of working with Jeff Caskey as my job recruiter. Jeff played a crucial role in helping me secure my last job. His professionalism and timely communication were outstanding. Jeff's eagerness to ensure clients meet their goals as quickly as possible truly sets him apart. He consistently demonstrated a deep understanding of the recruitment process and provided invaluable support throughout. I highly recommend Jeff to anyone seeking a dedicated and effective recruiter." - Sujoy Lahiri, PhD (Principal Scientist) 


"It was a huge comfort to be working with Jeff, as he had my back throughout the interaction. He is responsive, thoughtful, and great at his job. Since recruiting me, Jeff has been a valuable contact for me. I highly recommend working with him." - Jack Goon (Scientist) 


"Jeff is not only an incredibly accomplished scientific recruiter, but he's also just great to work with. When it comes to recruiting for technical and highly specialized scientific roles Jeff is at the top of the game, and I can't recommend him highly enough. "- Sarah Ellinwood (Colleague) 


"I have had the pleasure of working closely with Jeff for several years. His exceptional performance and valuable contributions as a recruiter in the life science industry make him one of the top recruiting professionals I have ever worked with. I can attest to his unwavering professionalism, impressive expertise, and strong commitment to success." -Heather Mudrick (HR Manager) 


"Jeff is an expert in recruiting and placing people in the life science industry. He is my first person to contact for career movement advice, as his knowledge of the industry is excellent and he has a great sense of the skills and background needed for a broad range of roles within the field." - Oscar Safairad (Scientist) 




Recent Hires

VP, Oncology Drug Discovery 

Senior Director, Autoimmune Diseases

Director, Bioanalysis and Biomarkers

Senior Scientist, Translational Research 

Principal Scientist, Cell Biology & Immunology 

Associate Scientist, Antibody Discovery 

Research Associate II 

Scientist, Toxicology 

Senior Scientist, Drug Discovery 

Senior Scientific Writer (Grants & Pubs) 

Sr. Bioinformatician 

Director of Lab Operations 

Senior Scientist, Antibody Discovery 

Senior Scientist, Clinical Biomarkers 

Scientist II, Antibody Discovery 

Project Manager (Small molecule) 

Scientist, Translational Research 

Senior Scientist, Preclinical Development 

Scientist II 

Senior Research Associate 

Senior Director, Research 

Senior Scientist, Cell Biology 

Senior Director, Bioinformatics 

Scientist, Cell Therapy R&D

Director, Analytical Sciences 

Director, Protein Purification

Director, CMC Program Management 

Director, Supply Chain 

Senior CMC Program Manager  

Senior Scientist, Process Development

Director of Analytical Development & QC 

Quality Control Manager 

Head of Manufacturing 

Head of Facilities and Engineering 

Associate Director, Downstream PD 

Senior Manager, Manufacturing 

Lead Quality Specialist 

QC/LIMS Specialist 

CMC Documentation Specialist 

Director of Quality Systems 

Principal Process Development Scientist 

Head of GMP Quality 

Supply Chain Planner 

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