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Thomas McMichael

Planner · DISC type Sc
Associate - Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice at Heidrick & Struggles
📍 New York, New York, United States

Thomas is an Associate in the Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice at Heidrick & Struggles, specializing in executive searches for the biotech and medical device industries. He holds a Bachelor of Science from The University of the South and is described by clients as professional, communicative, and highly effective.

Outside of his professional work, Thomas is a recipient of the Gold Duke of Edinburghs Award, demonstrating a commitment to community service, adventure, and skill development. His academic background includes unique biomechanics research focusing on the intricacies of bird flight, and he has also consulted for a local farmers market.

He earned the prestigious Gold Duke of Edinburghs Award, a program that requires extensive volunteering and completing a challenging multi-day expedition.

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Experience
3 Years
Current Role
Associate - Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice
Location
New York, New York, United States
Personality Overview

How Thomas shows up

Overcautious
Analytical & Cautious
Not Very Vocal

They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much. The only way to convince them is by showing them examples and ample proof. They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time.

Priorities

Topics Thomas cares about

Life Sciences Recruiting
Specializes in executive searches for the biotech, medical device, and healthcare industries, with a focus on placing leadership talent.
AI in Drug Discovery
Previously recruited for computational and machine learning engineering roles within the molecular design and drug discovery sectors for startups.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Associate - Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice
Heidrick & Struggles
10-2023 - 10-2025
Recruitment Consultant
Lumicity
6-2021 - 6-2023
Biomechanics Research Assistant
The University of the South
8-2022 - 5-2023
Consultant
South Cumberland Farmer's Market
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
8-2019 - 5-2023
Bachelor of Science - BS
The University of the South
8-2012 - 5-2019
High School Diploma
Palmer Trinity School
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

S

Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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