A life sciences consultancy has opened a new base in Birmingham where it plans to create up to 40 jobs.
Cambridge Healthcare Research, which has teams in London and Cambridge, will use its new home in The Lewis Building as a dedicated research centre.
The hub in Bull Street will house analysts focussed on delivering research projects for a range of º£½ÇÊÓƵ and international clients operating within the life sciences sector.
The firm will add to the region's growing presence in the sector which includes four medical schools and a new dedicated campus on the former Battery Park site in Selly Oak.
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Matteo Perucchini, chief executive of Cambridge Healthcare Research, said: "Combining a deep STEM talent pool, unrivalled connectivity and affordable office space, Birmingham ticked all our boxes when it came to selecting a location for our first office outside of the traditional life sciences 'golden triangle'.
"We're looking forward to contributing to the rise of the West Midlands' life sciences ecosystem while delivering exceptional research projects for our clients from our new Birmingham base."
Inward investment agency West Midlands Growth Company supported the company in its move to Birmingham.
City council leader Cllr John Cotton officially opened the new research centre at a ceremony.
He said: "From companies advancing pioneering drug development to manufacturers of next-generation medical devices, Birmingham has established a reputation as an attractive destination for life sciences focused occupiers.
"As the region's vision for Birmingham Knowledge Quarter gathers pace, its offer to healthcare innovators will strengthen even further, with companies like Cambridge Healthcare Research exemplifying the innovation taking place here.
"It's brilliant to be welcoming another new and enterprising company to our city which will help boost the economy and create jobs for local people."
Cambridge Healthcare Research was founded in 2013 and works with firms across the pharmaceutical, medical device, life sciences and general healthcare sectors.
