
How Compass Built an 18-Person Commercial Team to Accelerate Market Expansion
Introduction In the fast-moving world of life sciences, market opportunities wait for no one. New therapies launch into fiercely competitive
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In today’s rapidly evolving therapeutic landscape, companies developing cell, gene, and rare disease therapies face unique challenges in building and scaling their executive teams. Success depends on having the right leadership in place—from Chief Medical Officers to VP-level Regulatory Affairs and Clinical Operations executives.
With over 7,000 rare diseases affecting 400 million people globally, and breakthrough cell and gene therapies offering new hope, strategic leadership is more critical than ever before. The industry’s unprecedented growth—with first-time launches projected to outnumber established company launches by 2026—demands experienced executives who can navigate complex regulatory pathways and drive successful commercialization.
Compass understands the distinct needs of organizations developing treatments for rare diseases and innovative cell and gene therapies. Our deep industry knowledge and extensive network of senior-level talent enable us to provide strategic executive search solutions that align with your development timeline and commercial goals. From CMOs and VP-level regulatory affairs to clinical operations leadership, we connect you with executives who can drive your therapeutic innovations forward.
• Specialized focus on rare disease, cell therapy, and gene therapy staffing
• Track record of successful placements in emerging biotech companies
• Understanding of market nuances and regulatory challenges
• Flexible staffing solutions designed for rapid-growth environments and lean organizational structures
• Experience with pre-commercial stage companies
• Ability to scale support as your company evolves
• Rapid deployment of qualified experts
• Strategic hiring aligned with development timelines
• Access to pre-vetted candidates with relevant experience
• Ability to build entire functional teams quickly
Pre-Clinical Roles
Manufacturing Roles
Operations Roles
Quality Roles
Clinical Operations Roles
Biometrics/Data Management Roles
Medical Affairs Roles
Regulatory Affairs Roles
Product Marketing Roles
Marketing Leadership Roles
Market Research Roles
Competitive Intelligence Roles
Business Analytics Roles
Sales Operations Roles
Forecasting Roles
Sales Analytics Roles
Medical Affairs Roles
Project Management Roles
Managed Care Roles

Introduction In the fast-moving world of life sciences, market opportunities wait for no one. New therapies launch into fiercely competitive

Introduction Early-stage biotech companies face a unique challenge: the need for senior clinical leadership to drive strategy and decision-making at

Drug development accelerators are transforming how treatments move from concept to clinic, particularly in the rare disease and gene therapy
Let’s discuss how we can help you build the team you need to bring your revolutionary therapies to market. Contact us for a consultation with our cell and gene therapy staffing experts.