The Recruiter & The Thief
When the interview process becomes an opportunity for intellectual property theft. We had found the perfect candidate for a principal scientist job that we had been having a difficult time filling—on paper, a well-qualified molecular biologist with degrees from top...
Technology to Lighten Your Load in 2024
While finding the right candidate for your company can be a demanding process, there are an abundance of resources at your fingertips that can simplify your efforts. 1. Instant Data Scraper If you are short on time and need help scanning resumes, books, or academic...
Unemployment in Biotechnology: When Will Things Get Better?
“The US unemployment rate is still hovering near a 50-year low.” Wage growth is back on track with figures that rival the booming ’90s — the latest Jobs Opening and Labor Turnover (JOLTS) report boasted a mighty 8.8 million job openings, and the...Journal Articles
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Good Scientist, Bad Interviewer?
Structured interviews and setting aside first impressions can help biotech hiring managers uncover talented but reserved candidates, ensuring strong scientists aren't overlooked due to interview style or first impressions. Shifting focus to “screening in” candidates promotes a more accurate assessment of both technical and soft skills.
Categories: Issue 4: Q4 2024
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Backdoor References in Recruitment: Insight or Invasion?
Backdoor references can offer valuable insights into a candidate's skills and work ethic beyond their formal references, but hiring managers must handle them with care to ensure credibility and confidentiality. These informal checks should complement structured interviews rather than serve as the primary assessment tool.
Categories: Issue 4: Q4 2024
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Biotech: Where Failure is Likely, Money Is Fleeting, and Layoffs are Inevitable
Clinical drug development is costly and has a failure rate over 90%, necessitating significant external funding for small companies. As mergers and acquisitions increase amid fierce competition and patent expirations, ongoing layoffs create opportunities for organizations to acquire talent.
Categories: Issue 4: Q4 2024
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In Person-Interviewing: A Relic of the Past?
Biotech talent acquisition has increasingly embraced virtual interviews, yet many professionals stress the importance of in-person assessments for cultural fit. A blended approach of virtual and face-to-face interviews, along with behavioral evaluations, is crucial for identifying the best candidates.
Categories: Issue 4: Q4 2024
