Sheila Smaw
About Sheila Smaw
Sheila Smaw serves as a Senior Talent Partner at MaxCyte, Inc., where she has worked since 2022. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and management in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors, she previously held roles at Adecco and QIAGEN.
Work at MaxCyte, Inc.
Sheila Smaw serves as a Senior Talent Partner at MaxCyte, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she focuses on talent acquisition and management, specifically within the biotechnology sector. Her responsibilities include supporting the staffing needs for over 75 clinical programs through strategic platform licenses. This position allows her to leverage her extensive experience in recruitment to enhance the company's workforce and ensure alignment with its operational goals.
Education and Expertise
Sheila Smaw studied Business Administration and Management at Strayer University, where she earned an Associate's degree. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in talent acquisition and management. She possesses specialized knowledge in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, which enhances her effectiveness in her current role and previous positions.
Background in Recruitment Management
Prior to her current role, Sheila Smaw worked as a Recruitment Manager at QIAGEN from 2009 to 2019. During her tenure, she developed and implemented recruitment strategies that supported the needs of a company collaborating with 20 of the top 25 global biopharmaceutical companies. This experience contributed to her expertise in managing talent acquisition processes in a highly competitive industry.
Experience at Adecco
Sheila Smaw began her career at Adecco, where she served as Regional Account Director from 1997 to 2009. Over her 12 years in this role, she gained significant experience in account management and recruitment. Her work in Maryland allowed her to build a strong network and develop skills that would later benefit her in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.