Scientific recruiting since 2009

Scientific talent for the companies building what's next.

Momentum recruits for biotech and life sciences, analytical and quality labs, advanced materials, and quantum and deep tech companies, from lab technicians to principal scientists.

2009Founded · placing talent nationwide
94%Contract-to-permanent conversion
Tech → PrincipalEvery level of the bench
4 modelsContract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, fractional

Practice areas

Four practices. Deep networks in each.

Biotech & Life Sciences

Scientific teams for drug development and the wider life sciences, from platform startups to established companies.

  • Discovery & ResearchResearch associates, scientists
  • Process DevelopmentUpstream, downstream, formulation
  • Analytical & QCMethod development, QC labs
  • Scientific LeadershipSenior and principal scientists
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Analytical & Quality Labs

Analytical chemists, QC chemists and microbiologists for contract testing labs and manufacturing quality teams in pharma, food and flavor, personal care, and oil and gas.

  • Analytical ChemistryHPLC, GC, ICP and wet chemistry
  • QC ChemistryRelease, stability and raw material testing
  • MicrobiologyMicrobial limits, sterility, endotoxin, environmental monitoring
  • Lab LeadershipLab technicians, QC supervisors, lab managers
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Advanced Materials

Materials scientists and engineers for hardware and materials startups moving from lab bench to pilot scale.

  • Materials R&DMaterials scientists, research chemists
  • Polymers & CoatingsFormulation and characterization
  • Energy MaterialsBatteries, catalysts, ceramics
  • Process & Scale-UpProcess engineers, pilot-plant roles
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Quantum & Deep Tech

Engineers and physicists for quantum computing, photonics and other hard-tech companies.

  • Quantum HardwareQuantum and controls engineers
  • Device PhysicsExperimental and device physicists
  • NanofabricationCleanroom and process engineers
  • Photonics & CryogenicsOptical, RF and cryogenic engineers
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Built for early-stage science teams.

We learn your platform first

Before we source, we take the time to understand your science, your stage and your goals, so the candidate pool fits from day one.

Flexible engagement

Contract, contract-to-hire, direct hire, or fractional scientific leaders such as research directors, depending on your stage and how fast you need to move.

Candidates come first

We put candidates' needs first and partner with employers who treat them well. It's how we've matched the best with the best since 2009.

What candidates say

4.7 on Google · 85+ reviews  ·  4.8 on Glassdoor

"Momentum Staffing Group was how I was finally able to get a job after months of applying and getting no interviews. Todd was incredibly helpful throughout the process… Would recommend to anyone applying to jobs in the STEM field!"
Isabela, via Google
"The job market for biotech right now has seen better days, but Momentum helped me receive a job offer so quickly. I worked with Melissa… She is very communicative, keeping me updated throughout the interviewing process."
Jennifer, via Google
"Many former contractors at my current job all agreed that Momentum is the best staffing company to work with in the Chicagoland area."
Placed contractor, via Glassdoor

Let's talk.

Hiring for a technical role, or looking for your next one? Send us a note and a recruiter will get back to you within one business day.

(312) 300-4910 info@momentumstaffing.com 954 W Washington Blvd, Suite 608, Chicago, IL 60607