The BioHire Journal
A quarterly digest featuring the most timely and important conversations for life sciences recruiters and stakeholders in the hiring process.
The Inside Scoop on Unemployment Trends in Biopharma
Uncover the shifting tides in biopharma employment. Dive into recent layoffs, the changing job market, and what it means for industry professionals. Don’t miss this essential read on navigating today’s biopharma employment landscape.
Employment Scams – what to look out for, and steps your company can take to fight back
Phishing is a growing issue, with scammers imitating recruiters or HR associates using websites and emails that closely resemble those of legitimate companies. These tips will help you identify scammers, safeguard your company, and protect jobseekers.
Interview Misadventures and Strange Candidate Stories
Talent acquisition professionals often have a front row seat to a wide range of human behavior, and their experiences conducting interviews are no exception. Here, we’ve compiled a list of the strangest interview moments reported by talent acquisition professionals across the internet.
Issue 3 BioHire RoundUp
Catch up on the most recent developments and essential updates in biotech recruiting with our BioHire RoundUp
Independent Contractors: Simple Staffing Option or Ticking Time Bomb?
Misclassifying workers can lead to hefty legal risks and financial liabilities.
The Paradox of Choice
Discover how more choices can lead to decision paralysis in biotech recruitment.
Journal Articles
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Overwhelmed by AI: The Unqualified Application Flood
Authors Natalie Zimmerman Natalie Zimmerman writes and coordinates the social media content for BioHire, and is an occasional writer of...
Categories: Issue 4: Q4 2024
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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
