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Let’s take a closer look at a few things that you should definitely do, as well as a couple that you shouldn’t, in order to make a good first impression.
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How to Overcome a Mistake at Work
10/22/2020
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Are you passionate about research and business savvy, with solid leadership skills? If so, you might be interested in principal investigator positions.
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11 Indications of a Good Company Culture
10/19/2020
Whether you’re deciding to accept a job offer from a new employer or you’ve just started a new job, one of the most important aspects of your professional life will be the workplace culture. The office or organization’s environment or “vibe” is so powerful that it can make or break your job exper... -
Are you feeling discouraged because you’re not getting the kind of offers or feedback that you want or need? Job search fatigue is real, and when you’re in the thick of an intense job hunt, the stress of the “network, apply, interview, eat, sleep, repeat” routine can start to wear even the most c...
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A resume is your first impression. When a recruiter or hiring manager is scanning it, you want them to be able to immediately understand your strengths, experiences and why you’re the right fit for the open position.
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In essence, a good interview often comes down to “likeability” and if you’re able to establish a friendly rapport with the interviewer(s). Keep these 5 highly effective rapport-building techniques in mind as you interview.
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Perhaps you sense something just isn’t quite right, but you’re not sure what. Or, maybe you have a pretty good idea that your organization is slimming down and your role will be one of the first ones to go.
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When you’re on the job market, how you come across and the level of professionalism that you exhibit at every step is often just as important as the substance of your background, skills, or education.
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No one wants to work for a micromanager, and, worse still, no one wants to be the micromanager.
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Whether the problem is the actual work itself, your co-workers or the overall company atmosphere, you need to be proactively take action.
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6 Steps to a Successful Phone Interview
10/7/2020
After submitting many resumes and cover letters, you finally got good news — a recruiter wants to schedule a phone interview with you! Take a few minutes to celebrate, but then it’s time to start preparing. -
Top 12 Biotech Companies Hiring Now
10/6/2020
According to BioSpace research, 69% of biotech professionals feel they are on the verge of job burnout. Do you fall into that 69%? Is it time for a new job? Check out the top companies who are looking for candidates like you right now! -
If it’s time to move on, here’s how to maintain your productivity on the job while your job search.
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Whose contact information do you provide? What if they ask for multiple people? Can you ask a current co-worker? Below we answer common questions when it comes to selecting references.
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We recently interviewed Marianne Stanford, Ph.D., who serves as Vice President of Research and Development at IMV, Inc. Stanford shared her thoughts on the field and the career path of an immunologist.
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A toxic workplace breeds things like fear, insecurity, instability, backbiting, and infighting. Hardly ideal ingredients for job satisfaction, growth, or productivity. If your gut is telling you that your workplace is more negative than normal, than you might be in a toxic environment.
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The final interview is probably the most intense and important interview you’ll go through, and here you want to show your in-depth knowledge of your industry, the role, and the organization, so your questions should reflect this high level of preparedness and research.
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While it’s only a few hundred words, writing a good follow-up email accomplishes a few important things.
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Often times, you can fall into a trap of seeing a particular title, skimming a listing, and firing off an application.