Rapid Hire
10 hrs / weekIdeal for filling one urgent role fast. Focused sourcing, screening, and selection support.
- Role scoping & job post
- Active sourcing
- Screening & shortlist
- Interview coordination
20+ years of transforming careers
Your Career, Mastered.
Clarity Engineered. Careers Transformed.
NeoHR Consulting Group partners with professionals at every stage, from new grads to C-suite executives, using the proprietary DrivePath Methodology™ to unlock your next level.
20+Years in HR & recruiting
1,000+Professionals served
128Hires placed since 2021
95%Offer acceptance rate
For Professionals
Coaching, resumes & LinkedIn
1:1 coaching, resume and LinkedIn services, and career transformation programs.
Explore Coaching Programs → For CompaniesHR & recruiting support
Outsourced HR and recruiting support for growing life sciences, manufacturing, and healthcare organizations.
Explore HR Solutions →Trusted by professionals and employers inLife SciencesBiologics ManufacturingBehavioral HealthClinical ResearchAgricultureSustainable EnergyDigital Production
For Companies
HR & Recruiting Support, Built Around Your Business
NeoHR embeds directly into your hiring process as a fractional recruiting partner, giving growing organizations senior-level talent strategy, sourcing, and selection support without the overhead of a full-time hire.
Fractional Recruiting
Embedded recruiting support at any scale, from a single urgent hire to a full talent build-out.
See the tiers →Outplacement Services
Compassionate, structured career transition support for departing employees.
Leadership Development
Cohort-based programs for emerging leaders and executive teams.
Why Fractional?
Senior recruiting expertise, without the full-time price tag.
- Access to a 20+ year HR and recruiting veteran
- Embedded in your process, not just sourcing from the outside
- Specialized in life sciences, biologics manufacturing, behavioral health, and agtech
- 128 hires since 2021, with 95% of offers accepted
- Book a Recruiting Fit Call
Fractional Recruiting
Choose Your Level of Support
Every engagement is scoped to your timeline and hiring volume. Book a free Recruiting Fit Call and we'll find the right level together.
Growth Team
25 hrs / weekEmbedded recruiting partner for teams in active growth mode.
- Everything in Rapid Hire
- Pipeline management
- Employer brand support
- Weekly hiring reports
Scale
40 hrs / weekFull-cycle recruiting embedded in your team, ideal for high-volume or multi-role builds.
- Everything in Growth Team
- Multi-role management
- ATS setup & optimization
- Recruiting strategy
Executive Search
40 hrs / weekSenior and C-suite search with a targeted, confidential, high-touch approach.
- Confidential outreach
- Executive assessment
- Reference & background
- Offer negotiation support
Not sure which tier fits? Book a free 30-minute Recruiting Fit Call and we'll scope the right level of support for your hiring needs.
Recent Hiring Results
Proof from real searches
128
confirmed hires across 8 client organizations since 2021
Agtech, biotech and pharma, clinical research, biologics manufacturing, and behavioral health. Senior roles include Director of Laboratory Operations, Director of Computational Chemistry, Director of Talent Acquisition, Director of HR, Head of Compensation & Benefits, and Associate Director of Pharmacovigilance.
From individual contributors to the director level.
55
hires as an embedded recruiter for a global biologics manufacturer
Quality control, analytical development, quality assurance, process and automation engineering, and raw materials roles, including managers, supervisors, and a Program Quality Manager.
Embedded in the client's hiring team, 2024 to 2026.
13
hires in about eight weeks for a North Carolina behavioral health provider
Roughly 400 applicants screened across 12 job postings, from direct-care roles to executive operations.
Executive Operations Manager hired and started within days of the offer.
What Hiring Leaders Say
Trusted by the people who hire and the people who get hired
Christina is an expert in recruiting people in the global pharma industry. She brings integrity and intelligence to her work.
Sherry K.HR Consultant, former manager
She worked well as a solitary recruiter with a demanding and aggressive timeline.
William M.Former EVP, Global Technical Operations
It was clear that Christina had her client's best interest in mind as she was very transparent, thorough, and selective to ensure it was a strong mutual match.
Brent B.Talent Acquisition Leader, placed candidate
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Real Transformations
Before & After NeoHR
See exactly what changes, and why it matters. All examples are anonymized composites based on real client work.
SectionBefore: what recruiters skipAfter: what makes recruiters call
Summary
✗ No role, no value, pure filler
Recent graduate with a Biology degree seeking an entry-level position at a biotech or pharmaceutical company where I can use my skills and grow professionally.
✓ Specific role, real proof, publication noted
Biology graduate with 2 years of hands-on lab research in cell biology and drug resistance. Contributed to an NIH-funded study resulting in a co-authored publication. Targeting a Research Associate role in oncology or rare disease.
Experience
✗ No scope, no contribution, invisible
Assisted in a research lab under Dr. Smith. Performed various experiments and helped maintain lab equipment.
✓ Scope, precision, publication credit
Designed and executed 200+ PCR and ELISA assays for an NIH-funded drug-resistance study; maintained <2% error rate; contributed data cited in a 2024 peer-reviewed publication.
Education
✗ Listed first, 8 lines, coursework as filler
B.S. Biology, State University, May 2024. GPA: 3.4. Coursework: General Biology, Organic Chemistry, Genetics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Statistics.
✓ 3 lines, moved after experience, thesis cited
B.S. Biology, magna cum laude, State University, 2024 | GPA 3.7 | Senior thesis: CRISPR-Cas9 applications in HER2+ breast cancer models
Skills
✗ Zero technical skills listed
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Detail-oriented, Fast learner, Team player, Hard worker
✓ Biotech-ready, ATS-searchable
PCR · ELISA · Cell Culture · Western Blot · CRISPR basics · R Studio · Lab Notebook/SOP · GLP/GMP Awareness · Biosafety Level 2
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Summary
✗ Generic, no scale, no target
Hardworking project manager with 8 years of experience in clinical research. Responsible for managing studies and working with cross-functional teams. Looking for a new challenge.
✓ Scale, specialty, and a clear target
Clinical Project Manager with 8 years leading Phase II–III oncology and rare disease trials across 40+ sites in the U.S. and EU. Known for recovering at-risk timelines and keeping TMFs inspection-ready. Targeting a Senior CPM role at a mid-size CRO.
Experience
✗ Duties, not results
Responsible for managing clinical trials. Duties included vendor management, site communication, and budget tracking.
✓ The problem, the action, the result
Led a 42-site Phase III oncology study from startup to database lock; recovered a 10-week enrollment delay by activating 6 rescue sites and redesigning the screening workflow; closed 3 weeks ahead of the revised plan.
Impact
✗ Vague praise, nothing to verify
Received positive feedback from leadership for strong performance.
✓ Dollars, percentages, inspections
Cut vendor spend 18% ($1.2M) by consolidating central lab and IRT contracts. Zero critical findings across 2 FDA BIMO inspections.
Skills
✗ Soft skills recruiters can’t search
Microsoft Project, communication, leadership, multitasking, organization
✓ Platform and regulatory keywords
ICH-GCP E6(R3) · Veeva Vault eTMF · Medidata Rave · CTMS · Risk-Based Monitoring · Vendor & Budget Management ($8M+) · PMP
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Summary
✗ Leads with what you’re leaving
Dedicated teacher with 10 years of classroom experience seeking to transition out of education into a corporate role.
✓ Leads with where you’re going
Learning designer with 10 years building science curriculum for 150+ learners a year. Designed blended courses that raised pass rates 22 points. Now applying adult-learning and LMS skills to GMP and compliance training in life sciences.
Experience
✗ Classroom language hiring managers skip
Taught biology and chemistry to grades 9–12. Created lesson plans, graded assignments, and supervised students.
✓ Translated into L&D terms
Designed and delivered a 36-week blended biology program in Canvas LMS for 150+ learners annually; built 40 assessments mapped to learning objectives; raised the end-of-course pass rate from 71% to 93%.
Projects
✗ The most relevant work is buried
Served on school committees and helped plan professional development days.
✓ Proof you’ve already done the new job
Led a district rollout of a new lab-safety protocol for 60 teachers: needs analysis, 4 e-learning modules in Articulate Rise, and a completion dashboard. 100% completion in 3 weeks.
Skills
✗ Teaching traits, not corporate tools
Classroom management, lesson planning, patience, creativity, Google Classroom
✓ The tools L&D job posts ask for
ADDIE · Articulate 360 (Rise, Storyline) · Canvas & Moodle LMS · Needs Analysis · Kirkpatrick Evaluation · GMP & Lab Safety Content · Facilitation
SectionBefore: what recruiters skipAfter: what makes recruiters call
Summary
✗ Clichés any executive could claim
Results-oriented operations executive with 20+ years of experience. Strong leader with a proven track record of success and excellent communication skills.
✓ Scope, stage, and the seat you want
Operations executive who has scaled biologics manufacturing from clinical to commercial at two companies, leading teams of up to 450 and P&Ls up to $180M. Targeting a COO role at a growth-stage biomanufacturer.
Experience
✗ Oversight with no outcome
Oversaw all manufacturing operations. Managed multiple departments and direct reports. Implemented process improvements.
✓ A build story with size and speed
Built a 210,000 sq ft commercial biologics site from greenfield to FDA approval in 30 months on a $140M budget; hired and led a 320-person team across manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
Leadership
✗ A title, not board-level impact
Member of the senior leadership team. Reported directly to the CEO.
✓ Board-ready, strategic, measurable
Presented quarterly operations strategy to the board; led diligence on a $65M CDMO acquisition and integrated its 2 sites within 9 months, lifting gross margin 6 points.
Expertise
✗ Generic competencies
Leadership, strategic planning, budgeting, team building, Six Sigma
✓ Executive keywords search firms filter on
Clinical-to-Commercial Scale-Up · Tech Transfer · cGMP & FDA/EMA Inspection Readiness · M&A Integration · Lean Six Sigma Black Belt · P&L Ownership ($180M)
Composite examples built from patterns across real client work. Names, employers, and figures are illustrative.
Transformation Programs
Coaching Built Around You
Every program is delivered through the DrivePath Methodology™ and tailored to your career stage and goals. Payment plans are available on every program.
Career Accelerator
For professionals ready to accelerate their next career move.
$3,500
Pay over time with Klarna or Afterpay
- 10 intensive 1:1 coaching sessions
- Custom career roadmap
- Resume & LinkedIn transformation
- 3 mock interviews
- Job search & networking strategy
- Offer negotiation guidance
- Unlimited email/messaging support
Career Pivot Blueprint
For professionals ready to pivot with purpose and confidence.
$2,400
Pay over time with Klarna or Afterpay
- Transition strategy & roadmap
- Transferable skills audit & positioning
- Pivot-focused career story development
- Resume & LinkedIn repositioning for the new field
- Transition-specific interview prep
- New-industry networking & outreach
- 8 weekly sessions
New Grad Launch
The entry-level foundation built for career confidence.
$2,000
Pay over time with Klarna or Afterpay
- Entry-level resume & LinkedIn setup
- Career exploration & goal-setting
- Interview skills development
- Networking basics
- Early-career job search strategy
- Personal brand development
- 8 weekly sessions
Leadership Coaching
For managers ready to elevate their presence and impact.
$3,200
Pay over time with Klarna or Afterpay
- 6 intensive sessions on leadership, influence & presence
- Executive branding audit
- Leadership vision & legacy mapping
- Custom 90-day action plan
- Behavioral growth & emotional intelligence focus
- Long-term partnership & accountability
Executive C-Suite
White-glove coaching for senior executives only.
$7,000
Pay over time with Klarna or Afterpay
- 6 sessions over 12 weeks
- Direct CEO-level coaching access
- Executive brand positioning & thought leadership
- C-suite resume strategy
- LinkedIn executive presence optimization
- Board positioning & speaking prep
- High-level networking & strategic outreach
- Priority dedicated support
Quick-Win Services
Fast Results, Real Impact
Not ready for a full program? Start with a targeted service that moves the needle right now.
Career Clarity Session
- 30-min 1:1 deep dive with Christina
- Identify your biggest career blockers
- Pinpoint your clearest next move
- Custom 48-hr action plan delivered to your inbox
- Full $250 credited toward any coaching program if you enroll within 30 days
$250
Pay over time with Klarna or AfterpayProfessional Resume Rewrite
- ATS-optimized, recruiter-ready format
- Tailored to your target role and industry
- Results-driven bullet points with measurable impact
- 2 rounds of revisions included
- Cover letter included
$350
Pay over time with Klarna or AfterpayLinkedIn Profile Refresh
- Headline, summary, and experience rewrite
- SEO-optimized for recruiter searches
- Keyword-rich for your target industry
- Custom banner and profile photo guidance
$425
Pay over time with Klarna or AfterpayMock Interview Intensive
- 2 recorded mock interviews
- Detailed scorecards with feedback
- Customized improvement plan
- Story-structure coaching
- Unlimited question-bank access
$650
Pay over time with Klarna or AfterpayComplete Digital Brand Package
- Career Clarity Session ($250 value)
- Professional Resume Rewrite ($350 value)
- LinkedIn Profile Refresh ($425 value)
- LinkedIn banner design
- Professional headshot consultation guide
- Cover letter included
$699
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Find Your Path
Career Archetype Quiz
Answer 3 quick questions. Discover which NeoHR program is built for you.
Client Success Stories
Real People. Real Results.
In their own words: what clients say about working with Christina.
Everything looks excellent! I would love to move forward with you touching up my LinkedIn profile and writing a cover letter since your work on my resume has been so great.
L.H.Resume client, 2024
I recently began a new job search after 30 years at another employer. Christina was able to put my 30 years of experience into a professional and high quality resume. The new resume got me in the door and an interview with a new employer. As of today, I have accepted a job offer!
Daryl C.Business Operations Consultant
What really stood out was her ability to translate complex experience into clear, impactful language that gets attention. She was efficient, responsive, and made the entire process straightforward.
Dennis S.EHS Director, Life Sciences
Thanks to her skillful writing and creative touch, my LinkedIn profile is now generating significantly more impressions.
Italo I.Manager, Network Services
She offered a free career coaching session before I even signed on. She totally transformed my resume. She gets what recruiters are looking for and knows how to make your experience shine.
Jessie L.Strategic Communications Professional
Christina has a rare ability to see the big picture while helping you navigate the details with clarity and confidence.
Kymberli S.Strategic Operations Executive
Christina was able to provide insight on career development and how to get to the next level of my career. The career transition was smooth.
Trivette V.Pharmaceutical Professional
Our Story
Meet Christina Smith
Christina founded NeoHR Consulting Group in 2021, bringing more than 20 years of HR and recruiting experience to professionals and the organizations that hire them. Since then, NeoHR has helped more than 1,000 professionals with resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and career coaching, and placed 128 hires with client organizations. Based in the Raleigh-Durham area and fully remote, NeoHR serves clients across life sciences, biologics manufacturing, behavioral health, clinical research, agriculture, and beyond.
Every engagement runs on the DrivePath Methodology™, a four-stage framework that takes clients from clarity to results.
Stage 1DrivePurpose, strengths & career vision
Stage 2PathStrategic roadmap & positioning
Stage 3AscentResume, LinkedIn & personal brand
Stage 4ImpactLand the role, negotiate, grow
CertifiedDDI Certified Behavioral-Based Interview Facilitator
Honoree 2026Worldwide Women's Association, Professional Excellence
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Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes NeoHR different from other career coaching services?
NeoHR combines 20+ years of corporate HR and recruiting experience with the DrivePath Methodology™, a proprietary 4-stage framework. Christina is a DDI Certified Behavioral-Based Interview Facilitator, a 2026 Worldwide Women's Association Professional Excellence honoree, and Top Rated on Upwork.
How do I know which program is right for me?
Take the Career Archetype Quiz on this page, or book a free 30-minute strategy session with Christina. She'll help you identify exactly where you are and which path will get you to your goal fastest.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. At checkout you can choose to pay over time with Klarna or Afterpay, subject to their approval. You will see the payment schedule before you confirm, and your program starts right away. Afterpay covers purchases up to $4,000, and Klarna is available for every program, including Executive C-Suite. Questions? Ask during your free strategy session or email info@neohrus.com.
What is your refund policy?
Coaching programs are fully refundable within 7 days of purchase if you haven't had your first session. Quick-win services are fully refundable until your session is held or work begins. Full details for every service are in our Refund Policy.
How quickly can I expect to see results?
Many clients see early signs of progress, like more interview callbacks and recruiter views on LinkedIn, within the first few weeks of their program. Every search is different, so timelines vary with your field, level, and market.
Do you work with clients outside the U.S.?
Yes. NeoHR operates fully remote, so we deliver 1:1 coaching, career playbooks, and corporate solutions virtually to clients and partner organizations anywhere in the world.
What industries do you specialize in?
NeoHR specializes in life sciences, biologics manufacturing, behavioral health and healthcare, clinical research, and agriculture, with additional experience in sustainable energy and digital production. Christina's cross-industry HR expertise allows her to serve professionals across virtually any sector.
Is the free strategy session really free?
Yes, completely. The free 30-minute strategy session is a no-pressure call where Christina listens to your situation and helps you map out the right path. No pitch, just value.
What is the DrivePath Methodology™?
DrivePath is NeoHR's proprietary 4-stage career transformation framework: Drive (your purpose, strengths, and career vision), Path (your strategic roadmap and positioning), Ascent (your tools: resume, LinkedIn, and personal brand), and Impact (land your role, negotiate your worth, and grow). Every program is built around this framework.
How is Fractional Recruiting priced?
Fractional Recruiting is priced as a weekly rate based on the hours and timeline your hiring needs require, from a 10-hour/week Rapid Hire package for urgent single roles up to a fully embedded 40-hour/week recruiter. Book a free 30-minute Recruiting Fit Call and we'll match you to the right tier.
Ready when you are
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Book your free 30-minute strategy session with Christina. No pitch, just clarity, direction, and a plan to move you forward.
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