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2020 and 2021 saw a huge shift in the way we work, and this has undoubtedly changed the things that are most important to jobseekers when looking for their next pharma job. Although things like competitive salaries and good holiday allowances will always be important to jobseekers, other things such as a good work-life balance and job security are becoming increasingly important in 2022.
2020 and 2021 saw a huge shift in the way we work, and this has undoubtedly changed the things that are most important to jobseekers when looking for their next pharma job. Although things like competitive salaries and good holiday allowances will always be important to jobseekers, other things such as a good work-life balance and job security are becoming increasingly important in 2022. In this article, we…

When used well, social media can help you to build up a positive professional brand and create a good impression on recruiters. When used badly, it can ruin your chances of landing your next job and could even get you fired from your current one. In this article, we outline some of the most common mistakes when it comes to social media, with advice on how to use it to make you stand out for the right reasons, whether you’re new to social media or an avid user of it.
If you’re currently searching for your next pharma job, then you should be aware of how social media can both help and hinder your job search. When used well, social media can help you to build up a positive professional brand and create a good impression on recruiters. When used badly, it can ruin your chances of landing your n…

To make the most out of LinkedIn, you need to focus on growing your network not only in terms of numbers but in terms of value too. It’s not about how many thousands of connections you have, but more about what those connections can bring to your network, and ultimately, your job search. In this article, we outline some of the best ways to grow a high-quality network on LinkedIn, with advice on how to keep the conversations with your connections going.
If you’re currently searching for your next pharma job, then LinkedIn is one of the most important platforms you can use to network with professionals in the industry, with over 756 million users and over 57 million companies listed on the site. To make the most out of LinkedIn, you need to focus on growing your network not only in terms of n…

It’s important to continuously review your benefits to keep up with your competition and the needs of your employees. 2020 saw a huge shift in the way we work, and this has undoubtedly changed the priorities that candidates have when it comes to choosing their employer. In this article, we look at some of the employee benefits that are most important to employees in 2022.
The employee benefits your company offers could be the reason a candidate chooses your company over another within the Life Sciences industry or vice versa, so it’s important to continuously review your benefits to keep up with your competition and the needs of your employees.  2020 saw a huge shift in the way we work, and this has undoubtedly changed the priorities that candidates have when it comes to choosing their emp…

Während Personalverantwortliche die Nervosität als ein Zeichen dafür sehen, dass Sie sich wirklich für eine Stelle interessieren, müssen Sie dafür sorgen, dass diese nicht überhandnimmt. In diesem Artikel geben wir Ihnen unsere besten Tipps, wie Sie sich bei einem Vorstellungsgespräch entspannen können, und Ratschläge, sowohl für die Zeit vor als auch während des Gesprächs, um Ihre Leistungen und Ihr Potenzial als Kandidat bestmöglich zu kommunizieren.
Nervosität bei Vorstellungsgesprächen ist völlig normal, vor allem, wenn Sie Ihren idealen Arbeitsplatz in der Pharmabranche gefunden haben und bei Personalverantwortlichen einen guten Eindruck hinterlassen wollen. Während Personalverantwortliche die Nervosität als ein Zeichen dafür sehen, dass Sie sich wirklich für eine Stelle interessieren,…

Wenn Sie noch keine Erfahrungen mit einem Online-Vorstellungsgespräch gemacht haben, kann der Gedanke beängstigend sein, aber das muss nicht so sein. Um Ihnen dabei zu helfen, haben wir diese Liste mit den wichtigsten Dingen zusammengestellt, die Sie bei einem virtuellen Vorstellungsgespräch beachten sollten. Wir geben Ihnen Tipps, wie Sie sich vorbereiten, wie Sie sich präsentieren und welche Fragen Sie anschließend stellen können, um einen guten Eindruck in der Pharmaindustrie zu hinterlassen.
Obwohl viele von uns im letzten Jahr mit der Nutzung von Zoom zur Kommunikation mit Kollegen, Freunden und Familie vertraut geworden sind, ist ein Online-Vorstellungsgespräch auf dieser Plattform für viele, die einen Job im Bereich Biowissenschaften suchen, vielleicht immer noch eine Premiere.    We…

Interviews can be nerve-wracking, and not all candidates will perform well in this often high-pressure environment, so it’s important to help them relax during the process to get the most out of the interview, and to really get to know what your candidates are capable of. Here are our top tips on how you can make your candidates feel at ease and help the interview process run smoothly.
When recruiting for your next pharma position, it’s important to consider how you can make candidates feel at ease during the process, especially when it comes to the interview stage. Not only will making your candidates feel at ease help them to relay their potential as clearly as possible, but it will also help you to relax too, allowing you to build a better rapport with them.  Interviews can be nerve-wrac…

You should be aware of your body language during job interviews as it’s a big part of how you’ll be perceived by pharma recruiters and hiring managers. The way you behave often says more about you than your verbal answers, so it’s vital to display body language that conveys your strengths as a candidate, rather than body language that will distract interviewers from your talent.
You should be aware of your body language during job interviews as it’s a big part of how you’ll be perceived by pharma recruiters and hiring managers. The way you behave often says more about you than your verbal answers, so it’s vital to display body language that conveys your strengths as a candidate, rather than body language that will distract interviewers from your talent. To help deliver your potential as a c…

Using success words in your CV is a really simple way of grabbing the attention of recruiters by giving depth to your key achievements and clearly relaying your capabilities. Instead of using vague phrases like ‘I was responsible for…’ and ‘I worked to…’ and words such as ‘Managed’ and ‘Organised’ that recruiters see from time and time again, you should use terms that are specific to your achievements and which will help you stand out against your peers.
Pharma recruiters and hiring managers often don’t have the time to read through every single CV they receive from top to bottom. Even if you’re the most qualified candidate for the role you’ve applied for, if your CV doesn’t grab the attention of recruiters and get through Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) used to identify the strongest cand…

Depending on the role you’re applying for within the Life Sciences, you may be asked to give a presentation during the second, third or final round of job interviews. Although these are more common for senior positions, or roles where communication skills are essential, you could be asked to give a presentation for any roles from entry-level up to directorial level. In this article, we explore the purpose of these presentations, how you can prepare for one, and how to make a good impression.
Depending on the role you’re applying for within the Life Sciences, you may be asked to give a presentation during the second, third or final round of job interviews. Although these are more common for senior positions, or roles where communication skills are essential, you could be asked to give a pres…

As your CV is often the first thing a pharma recruiter or hiring manager will see in your job applications, it’s one of the most important tools you can use to create a great first impression and to market yourself as a strong candidate. After sharing our advice on what not to include in your CV, in this article we’ve outlined our top 10 tips on how to create a CV that will make your application stand out and help to secure your next Life Science job.
As your CV is often the first thing a pharma recruiter or hiring manager will see in your job applications, it’s one of the most important tools you can use to create a great first impression and to market yourself as a strong candidate. After sharing our advice on what not to include in your CV, in this article we’ve outlined our top 10 tips…

The documents in your brag file should add weight to the claims you make in your CV, applications and interview responses, with the use of visual cues also helping to make the interview more memorable. In this article, we outline what you could include in your brag file, when you should use it, and how it can benefit you both during and outside of your pharma job search.
Originally used mostly by Sales candidates, a brag file is a place for you to store evidence of your key achievements, ready to share with pharma recruiters and hiring managers during job interviews. Regardless of the role you’re applying for within Life Sciences, creating a brag file is a great way of helping you to stand out as a candidate, and to show your interviewer exactly what you could bring to the role.  The docume…

Especially during a time of increased competition for jobs, it can be hard to stay motivated during your pharma job search. Whether you’re just starting out in the industry or are looking for your next role within it, finding the job that’s right for you can be an exhausting process. To help you stay positive and productive throughout your pharma job search, we’ve outlined some of the best ways to stay motivated when looking for a job.
Especially during a time of increased competition for jobs, it can be hard to stay motivated during your pharma job search. Whether you’re just starting out in the industry or are looking for your next role within it, finding the job that’s right for you can be an exhausting process. To help you stay positive and productive throughout your pharma job search,…

Above all else, your cover letter is your chance to stand out as a candidate. Whilst there might be hundreds of applicants who hold a similar qualification to you - for example, a degree within the Life Sciences - your specific skill sets and experiences will be unique to you. Focus on what makes you special, and why you can bring something different to the role. Here are our top tips on making your cover letter stand out, and on making every word count.
When applying for your next pharma job, you’ll likely be asked to write a cover letter to support your application. This is your opportunity to expand on - rather than repeat - what’s in your CV and put your key skills, experiences and achievements into the context of the role. It’s also your space to convey who you are as a person beyond t…

When it comes to sharing your CV online, you should be selective about the personal information you make available, and informed as to how the information you do include will be accessed and managed. Regardless of whether you’re uploading your CV onto a job board, an online portfolio or on a social media platform such as LinkedIn, you should always do your research and review the information on your CV before you press upload.
When it comes to sharing your CV online, you should be selective about the personal information you make available, and informed as to how the information you do include will be accessed and managed. Regardless of whether you’re uploading your CV onto a job board, an online portfolio or on a social media platform such as LinkedIn, you should always do your research an…

Regardless of the role you’re applying for, you should always be prepared to ask questions at the end of a job interview. Not only is this a great way for you to show a genuine interest in the role, but it will also help you to decide if it’s the right fit for you. As interviewers will likely have a set list of questions to ask each candidate, asking your own questions at the end of the interview will also help you to stand out and make the conversation more memorable.
Regardless of the role you’re applying for, you should always be prepared to ask questions at the end of a job interview. Not only is this a great way for you to show a genuine interest in the role, but it will also help you to decide if it’s the right fit for you. As interviewers will likely have a set list of questions to a…

As well as being beneficial to pharma recruiters and hiring managers, telephone job interviews also bring many advantages to candidates, not only saving you time and money too but also allowing you to prepare for your interview in ways that are unique to this setup. In this article, we outline some of the key benefits of telephone job interviews, along with tips on how you can make the most out of this opportunity.
Like many others, companies within the Life Sciences industry have adapted over the past year to remote recruitment and onboarding. Whilst telephone job interviews aren’t new to the recruitment process, they have become more popular in recent times; acting as a more time-efficient and cost-effective way of screening candidates before a formal job interview. As well as being benef…

Job aggregators are incredibly useful platforms for Pharma and Life Science recruiters, as they provide a cost-effective way to advertise open positions to large candidate pools, helping to compete in the fight for the best talent in the industry. We’ve put together this list of some of the top job aggregator websites in 2022 that you could use to attract more pharma candidates.
Job aggregators are incredibly useful platforms for Pharma and Life Science recruiters, as they provide a cost-effective way to advertise open positions to large candidate pools, helping to compete in the fight for the best talent in the industry. We’ve put together this list of some of the top job aggregator websites in 2022 that you could use to attract more pharma candidates: Indeed LinkedIn Jobs Glassdoor Total…

Once you’ve found your ideal pharma job, it can be tempting to lie about your skills, qualifications, or experiences in a job interview to morph yourself into the perfect candidate. Although job interviews are an opportunity for you to sell yourself to recruiters and hiring managers, lying about your capabilities is a very short-term solution that won’t get you very far in your career progression. In this article, we outline some of the most common lies told by candidates.
Once you’ve found your ideal pharma job, it can be tempting to lie about your skills, qualifications, or experiences in a job interview to morph yourself into the perfect candidate. Although job interviews are an opportunity for you to sell yourself to recruiters and hiring managers, lying about your capabilities is a ver…

Every clinical trial chooses the best clinical research course of action to collect as much data as possible. Before any of these medications reach the patients, it has to undergo our clinical trial phases.
  Clinical trials are studies performed for research in people who have an objective at evaluating a surgical, medical, or behavioral intervention. Clinical Trials are the primary method of researchers to determine whether a new treatment or drug, or diet is safe and effective in human beings. Clinical research requires trials conducted to collect information regarding the efficiency and safety of a new drug, device, or treatment.  These are tested on certain individuals, and this process is termed clinical trial recruitment. The main aim of patient recruitment is to raise awa…