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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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Expending countless hours of time and energy usually leads to frustration and burnout during a job search. Here are some tips to understanding what a company is really looking for in a job description.
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For young people looking to find a career path, the pharmaceutical industry is a good one to go into, especially if salary is a major concern.
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Life is full of twists and turns, but there are always new opportunities around the corner, even when we hit the pause button on our careers. Getting back into the industry doesn’t have to be scary or overwhelming. You can have a successful job search if you take a step-by-step approach.
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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 'right opportunity' to consider a new job.
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Bioinformatician – The Scientist at the Cross-Section of Biology, Computer Science, and Statistics
5/6/2019
We interviewed Gaius Augustus, a PhD candidate at the University of Arizona, who is a participant in their Cancer Biology Graduate Interdisciplinary Program. He is also a bioinformatician, who regularly incorporates epidemiological data into his work. -
We all have stress, but sometimes the pressures of work tend to leach into other areas of our lives. This can cause an upheaval in your entire existence and may leave you feeling on-edge at the office and detached at home.
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Are you fascinated with microbiology? Have you ever thought about how to integrate your passion for research and entrepreneurship? The field of microbiology is expanding and being significantly impacted by advancements in technology.
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According to a recent BioSpace survey, 93% of respondents are open to a new job for the right opportunity. Are you one of the 93%? If so, keep your eyes open for those opportunities and don't stop looking. You never know what may come your way!
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We had the opportunity to meet with Arti Dumbrepatil, a postdoctoral fellow in the University of Michigan’s chemistry department. Arti explained her journey as an international student and how a postdoctoral fellowship can prepare you for a career as an independent scientist!
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There is something of a recurring theme among the life science, healthcare and biopharma industries: shortage of skilled employees will lead to a decrease in innovation.
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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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Have you ever considered relocating for your career? If you have, you aren't alone. According to a recent BioSpace Community Survey, 78% of life science professionals would be open to relocation for the right job opportunity.
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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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According to a recent BioSpace survey, 69% of employers indicated "finding quality talent" will be a significant challenge in 2019. Are you the quality talent life science employers are looking for? Don't delay, apply now and show these employers you possess the quality skills they need!
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Many people have a negative view of networking that involves feeling uncomfortable in a setting where most of the attendees are trying to sell their products/services, or are focused on social climbing. In contrast, strategic networking can be extremely beneficial for your career.
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Are you familiar with the medical writing profession? If not, you could be missing out on one of the most flexible and rewarding careers in life sciences.
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Probably the best definition of “bioinformatics” is processing and analyzing large-scale genomics and other biological datasets to develop biological insights.