The 8 Best Life Science Marketing Agencies

Altitude is a longtime player in the life sciences marketing space. The agency – based midway between Philadelphia and New York City – has long attracted clients because of its ability to synthesize highly technical information into marketing content that engages and activates niche audiences. 

Altitude, which turns 20 years old in 2024, primarily serves the biotech, clinical trials, technology, diagnostics, laboratory equipment, consumables and manufacturing markets. The company specializes in helping vendors grow their brands to reach scientists, sponsors and large contract organizations. Altitude exclusively serves a B2B market; it does not offer D2C or RWD services.

Of particular note is Altitude’s ability to drive rapid growth and fuel M&A activity. The agency’s past clients include Schulman IRB (which became part of Advarra), Copernicus Group IRB (which became part of WCG), and Sitrof Technologies, which was acquired by Dell EMC. Altitude also features a sizable creative team, which specializes in building and refining brands and digital presences.

Altitude holds close relationships with industry trade media and editors. Internal subject matter experts include CSO Adam Smartschan, who sits on the board of SAMPS (a nonprofit educational and network organization serving sales and marketing professionals in science) and frequently speaks at industry events. PhD-level counsel is obtained through a network of expert contributors.