A job search can sometimes feel like running a marathon. You may see other job-seekers sprinting past you, yet a strategy of staying slow and steady more often wins the race when it comes to a job search. Here are some ways to stay positive on your job search. Be Selective Instead of broadcasting your [...]

When it comes to interviewing candidates in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry, there are some questions you might still be using that are ineffective. Offering hiring managers some interview training can help your organization improve this phase of the hiring process. Here are four questions you should never ask a candidate in an interview what [...]

If you have never worked with a recruiter on your job search before, there are several smart reasons to take their call. Developing a professional relationship with a recruiter can help you reach your career goals faster, as they work directly with many of the elite companies which are highly desirable to work for. Here [...]

Leaders play a critical role in retaining the best talent. If leadership is strong, employees want to work for the company and will be motivated to succeed. It’s important for leaders to be figures that employees look up to and create an environment where they will thrive. Here are some of the main reasons good [...]

Remote work has become quite common in the biotech and CRO industries. There are a variety of drug development jobs that allow for employees to work from home and the trend continues to grow. In 2017 it was reported that 3.7 million employees (2.8% of the U.S. workforce) worked from home for at least half [...]

Attracting and retaining the most talented Clinical Research Talent is critical. Yet many organizations have a broken hiring process and are unable to hire the talent they need. Here are some of the top mistakes organizations make in their hiring process and what you can do to fix them. Not Enough Focus on the “Candidate [...]

One of the most noticeable hiring trends regarding Clinical Research Associates, or CRAs is that they’re looking for more balance. Many CRAs feel overworked and like they aren’t making a real difference. Some are choosing to migrate to smaller companies that offer a variety of career advancement opportunities. CRAs are seeking career-growth opportunities, they’re concerned [...]

In the field of clinical drug development, Clinical Research Associates (CRAs) are in high demand and in short supply. CRA positions also have the highest turnover in the industry. Most CROs are struggling with employee retention, a challenge not new to the industry, which has seen turnover levels at or above 20% for seven of [...]

5 ADVANTAGES of HOLIDAY JOB HUNTING Job searching over the holidays can present you with certain advantages that other job seekers won’t have throughout the rest of the year. Grab your hot cocoa and keep reading for the top 5 reasons why it’s a great idea to put (or keep) yourself on the job market [...]

Top 10 Tips for Employee Attraction Searching for the best possible people who fit within your culture and can contribute in your organization is a challenge and an opportunity. Keeping the best people, once you find them, is easier when you hire the right people to begin with. These specific actions will help you with [...]