Succesful Science needs Succesful Scientists.

Lab development training designed to help you lead, negotiate and manage a successful lab.

200+ Labs Served  |  500+ Scientists Trained  |  $350M+ Raised

You've been taught how to make great discoveries, not how to lead a team to do it with you.

x - You’re always worried about money

x - You don't know your next step

x - You need more time

x - You just want to grow and do...    

... YOUR SCIENCE.

I'm Damien, founder of EDC, and I help scientific leaders.

My talent is helping you find clarity and reignite your excitement for your work. As one of the few scientific management experts specializing in cultural development for technical teams, I support leaders in ways their departments and formal training cannot.

Our processes, refined through direct lab experience and collaboration with over 500 scientists, address the unique challenges of building and managing scientific programs and technical teams. Join us to refocus on what you do best and rediscover your passion for science.

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3 programs to learn how to do more science and less admin.  

Mastermind Peer Groups

Join a monthly mastermind group designed for primary investigators to explore challenges and implement strategies alongside peers facing similar experiences. Each group session is followed by a personalized 1-on-1 support meeting to further refine your execution and ensure accountability for your goals.      

Negotiations Support

For scientists preparing to apply or already navigating the faculty application process. Our expert negotiations team will guide you through a step-by-step program to create a tailored application package, while also offering real-time support during active negotiations.

1-on-1 Executive Coaching

Personalized guidance tailored to your unique challenges and goals. Work closely with an Damien to strengthen leadership skills, navigate complex decisions, and achieve meaningful growth in your scientific career and for your lab.

Why work with us?  

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Save money.

Easy to use financial strategies to manage existing labs or develop proposal budgets for the new faculty interview process and new projects/grants.

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Save time.

Allow our team to guide you and your lab through the implementation process and customization of our proven frameworks

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Save effort.

Avoid the paralysis of overthinking and lack of resources to developing your lab, your culture and yourself.

How it works         

1. Schedule an intro call with us

We’ll chat about your current challenges, gain some clarity on your situation and overview a plan to move you closer to what you want.

2. Work together

We’ll set up all our meetings and the basic processes with you and work through any material or templates together.

3. On-going support

You’ll have the tools and gain the skills to overcome your specific challenges and have our team to rely on for any future hurdles.

What leaders are saying about us.

Client Reviews

Hear what our clients have to say about us.

Testimonials

Transformative for my career...

"EDC’s coaching was transformative for my career, helping me focus deeply on my research amid competing demands."

Kathryn (Kate) Hamilton, PhD

 

Build an overall blueprint...

"The inspirational conversations and constructive suggestions from Damien helped me build an overall blueprint for my lab."

Guan-Yu Xiao, Ph.D.

 

Negotiate a great package...

"With EDC on my side, I was able to negotiate a great package and create an environment where I can focus on the science."

Amir Zarrinpar, M.D., Ph.D.

FAQ

What's the cost of EDC's programs? I don’t have a lot of money.

Talk with us about your situation.  We have a number of different payment formats and methods for our programs that start at a few hundred dollars per month.

 

Can my institution or Lab pay for me?

Yes!  All of our programs qualify to be paid using institutional funds and we are already vendors at many of the top institutions in the USA and Canada.

 

I'm in negotiations or applying, so how can my lab pay for me if I don't have it yet?

EDC's Negotiations package runs using an initial 20% deposit and collect the balance as a "success fee" once you are research faculty.

 

Will EDC be able to help me with the specific challenge I’m facing?

We recognize that every science, lab, and leader has unique challenges, even while navigating common processes. Our approach equips you with proven frameworks and strategies while empowering you to adapt them to tackle even the most complex and unique situations you encounter.

 

How much time do I need to commit to this?

We understand time is limited and schedules are hectic, so our programs are designed with scheduled and unscheduled meetings and which can be as frequent as multiple times a week, all the way to once every three months.

 

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You'll be able to see how you can start improving your life science business in the matter of days - not years.

What we've done

200+ Labs Developed

More Than $350M Negotiated