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As a valued member of our BioSpace community, we are eager to hear more from you and other readers in 2019. We want to know your if you have 'work-life balance' with your job.
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According to a BioSpace survey, almost 70% of respondents are likely to look for a new job in the 12 months. The question is, why? Of those planning to look for a new job, 54% said they wanted new challenges and 42% said they wanted more rewarding opportunities. How about you? Are you ready to lo...
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The concept of company culture is a hot topic in the workplace now. Here are some tips to help you be more likable during an interview.
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Is your dream job with a large organization or a small company? It’s common for life sciences professionals to have a preference one way or the other when considering employment opportunities.
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To navigate each step along the way from interview to a final offer, you should have clear understanding of a timeline of events and what appropriate job search etiquette suggests you do at each step.
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Have you thought about what benefits are important to you? Would you request certain benefits from your current employer, or during an interview for a new job?
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Do you know what employers in the life sciences industry value when it comes to hiring? Many professionals don’t know, and as a result they just send out their resume and hope for the best.
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There are numerous questions that often come up in job interviews that most people hate. Examples include “What’s your greatest weakness?” and “Where do you see yourself in five years?”
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When evaluating which candidate to offer the job, employers and hiring managers are not only assessing your skill level and on-the-job competencies, but they are also on the lookout for the right “fit” for that particular role.
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Are you a life sciences professional over 40? If so, have you noticed differences in how you’re treated by recruiters and hiring managers during your job search?
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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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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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An new innovative approach to the job interview, and one that could catch on in industries outside of tech.
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In this graceless age where people look at their phones when you are talking to them, only communicate via text or email, scroll head down on their phone while a speaker is presenting, post inappropriate pictures and commentary on Facebook, it’s no wonder many people do not send thank you notes.
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4 Reasons Why You Didn’t Get the Job
2/1/2019
When you are constantly hearing, “Thank you for your time, but we went with another candidate,” or you’re regularly submitting applications online, but not ever getting a response back, it can be frustrating. -
Have you ever experienced a career epiphany but lacked the resolve to act on it? Don’t feel bad, especially if “acting on it” meant leaving a secure, albeit unfulfilling, job for a new career in a different industry.
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The moment you step on the job market, you’re selling yourself. Yes, you, the job seeker, are a “brand,” and each touchpoint you have with a potential new employer is an opportunity to “sell” that brand, that vision of your candidacy, the promise of yourself as a future team member and employer.
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Job Seekers Beware: Watch for These Red Flags in a Job Interview That Predict a Potentially Toxic...
1/29/2019
Not only are interviewers tasked with evaluating whether or not you’re a good fit for their organization and the role, but you also should take every opportunity you can to evaluate if the position, company, and team is a good match for your own career goals and needs. -
Your Feedback Matters! Applying for Jobs
1/28/2019
As a valued member of our BioSpace community, we are eager to hear more from you and other readers in 2019. Which channel is better when applying for jobs? -
Career paths are not always perfectly linear and uninterrupted. Life happens, and sometimes even the most driven, successful professionals end up with a significant gap in their employment status.