Your Expert Team

Together, we have over 30 years of experience in recruitment within the life sciences industry, along with an additional 25 years of professional experience in various roles at both small and large companies within the sector.

+47 928 55 352
cecilie@borka.no

Cecilie Fraas Borka
Cecilie Fraas Borka is a specialist in life sciences recruitment with over 30 years of experience in the field. As co-founder of Borka Consulting, she has a strong focus on executive search and recruitment within the pharmaceutical, medical devices, biotechnology, diagnostics, and laboratory sectors. With her in-depth understanding of the market, Cecilie provides tailored recruitment solutions for both small and large companies across Norway and the Nordics.

With a scientific background in biology and genetics, and an MSc from The Philipp University of Marburg, complemented by studies at Kiel University, Cecilie is an invaluable partner for companies seeking specialized talent in the life sciences. Her deep understanding of the field allows her to expertly identify candidates where a solid technical knowledge is essential. This ensures that she not only finds candidates with the right experience but also the required expertise to excel in highly technical roles.

In addition, Cecilie is Veritas-certified to conduct personality assessments, giving her an extra tool to evaluate candidates' suitability for specific positions.

She has also held key roles in sales and marketing at renowned companies such as Schering AG, Abbott, and AbbVie, where she specialized in immunology, diabetes care, and women’s health. Cecilie is known for her personal commitment to every recruitment process, following projects from start to finish. She has built a strong reputation as a trustworthy and professional partner for her clients, particularly in finding the perfect match between organizations and highly specialized talent.

+47 908 31 871
andre@borka.no

André Borka
André Borka is an experienced recruiter in the life sciences industry, with over 15 years of experience as co-founder of Borka Consulting. The firm is a boutique executive search company exclusively focused on recruitment within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical devices, diagnostics, and laboratory sectors. With a strong focus on identifying the right talent in a competitive market, André has assisted both small and large companies across Norway, the Nordics, and Europe.

André holds a Master of Business and Economics from BI Norwegian Business School, specializing in international management. His robust business acumen is further strengthened by leadership development studies at INSEAD.

His extensive experience at Pfizer, where he held senior roles such as Sales Director and key positions in marketing, provides him with unique insights into the life sciences sector and a strong ability to understand the needs of both clients and candidates. 

In addition to his role as a recruiter, André is a board member of INRALS (International Network of Recruitment Agencies in Life Sciences), the only global network of specialized life sciences recruitment agencies. Through this role, he helps expand recruitment opportunities across borders, ensuring access to the best talent in the industry.

With his deep understanding of both the commercial and scientific aspects of the life sciences industry, André is an invaluable partner for companies seeking specialized talent in a sector where commercial and technical expertise are crucial for success.

Roles we work on include:

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT

CLINICAL OPERATIONS

MEDICAL AFFAIRS

MARKET ACCESS, HEALTH ECONOMICS & OR

CMC / LOGISTIKK / SUPPLY CHAIN

MARKETING

REGULATORY AFFAIRS / COMPLIANCE / PV

QUALITY ASSURANCE

MANAGEMENT

SALES / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

RADIOPHARMACY

Various roles within radiopharmacy, such as:

TECHNICAL ROLES