It can be difficult to attract the most skilled and qualified candidates to roles within the life science industry – competition is strong, and demand is high. So, how can you make your vacancies really stand out so that the best applicants see them.
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STEM industries are notorious for their low figures when it comes to female recruitment, and although the life sciences sector’s rates are somewhat better than the average, there is still a lot of work to do in this area.
Typically, women must work harder to prove their ability, and they are still facing bias from their work colleagues, especially when bringing work/life balance into the equation. Since workplace diversity is so important, there is an urgent need to address gender inequality in life science recruitment.
But how do organizations overcome their gender biases? How can they approach inclusivity more effectively?
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The world as we know it changed forever in 2020. Countries around the world struggled to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic and everybody found they were taking drastic measures to deal with the threat. It’s no wonder that we all began to reimagine the ways in which society operates.
Now that we’re well into the “new normal,” our world still seems quite uncertain, and recovery isn’t yet secure. In these fragile times and today’s changing world, can the life sciences sector really flourish?
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In recent years, we have seen numerous scientific breakthroughs. Technology is advancing at a rapid pace, and its impact has been seen in many industries worldwide. The life science industry is no exception to this rule. Continue reading “How AI is Transforming the Life Sciences”
Companies within the life science sector work on the frontlines of innovation to improve the well-being and health of people all over the world. Demand is increasing for new medicines, while populations are rapidly aging, driving more growth across the board.
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The record number of biotech companies that have gone public in recent times is not only impressive in terms of the amount of money these companies have made but also the vast number of firms that have managed to achieve public status. However, while getting public status is a hard road to navigate, keeping newly public biotechs successful and staying public can be an even bigger challenge!
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If your company is in high-growth mode, the question, “how will we keep our company culture?” might be on your mind often.
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Teamwork is undeniably important when it comes to being successful in the life sciences sector. Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations were moving towards a more agile way of working. Technology was starting to be used to connect people around the world so that talented life science professionals could collaborate. This was still in its infancy for most areas before the pandemic, with the changing world forcing organizations to become more agile and focus on keeping remote teams together almost overnight.
The COVID-19 pandemic brought unforeseen challenges to the life sciences sector, necessitating rapid adaptation and innovation. Research into the virus, treatments, and vaccines accelerated, pushing organizations to work at unprecedented speeds. This urgency highlighted critical gaps in talent readiness and management strategies. Looking back, had companies anticipated such a global health crisis, they would have undoubtedly approached talent acquisition and retention differently. Here are some key considerations:
Continue reading “The Talent Conundrum – Everything You Wish You’d Known Before COVID-19”
Amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, life science businesses face dual challenges: safeguarding the health and safety of their workforce while continuing critical research to combat the virus. Navigating these disruptions requires innovative strategies and resilience. Despite the complexities, many organizations are finding ways to adapt and maintain operations. Explore effective strategies to support the life science sector through these challenging times.
