Jessica Smith
About Jessica Smith
Jessica Smith is a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at PRECISIONscientia, where she focuses on recruiting candidates for pharmaceutical and biotech clients. With a background in talent acquisition spanning over a decade, she has significantly contributed to the company's growth and scientific expertise.
Work at PRECISIONscientia
Jessica Smith has served as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist at PRECISIONscientia since 2019. In this role, she supports the company's strategic orientation by identifying candidates who can contribute to the development and commercialization phases for pharmaceutical and biotech clients. Her efforts have been instrumental in recruiting top talent in the medical communications field, which aligns with the company's mission to improve patient outcomes.
Previous Experience in Talent Acquisition
Before joining PRECISIONscientia, Jessica Smith worked at ICON plc (formerly Aptiv Solutions) as a Talent Acquisition Specialist from 2018 to 2019. She also held the position of Talent Acquisition Manager at ARAMARK from 2013 to 2018, where she focused on recruitment strategies. Additionally, she worked as a Recruiter at Contemporary Staffing Solutions from 2011 to 2013 and as a Personal Consultant at Medix Staffing Solutions from 2010 to 2011.
Education and Expertise
Jessica Smith studied at the University of Pittsburgh from 2006 to 2010, where she achieved a degree in Chemistry with a focus on Biology. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation for understanding complex scientific information, which is essential in her role as a Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist.
Team Building and Recruitment Strategy
In her current role, Jessica Smith has been instrumental in building a team at PRECISIONscientia where nearly 60% of employees hold advanced degrees. This focus on advanced qualifications enhances the company's scientific expertise. She plays a key role in aligning recruitment strategies with the company's mission, ensuring that the talent acquired can effectively interpret and communicate complex scientific information.