Resume Writing for Life Scientists
Author: Cliff Mintz Looking for a new job can be an overwhelming and daunting experience. A vital first step in...
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Managing Job Interview Questions
Author: Cliff Mintz There are countless interview question anecdotes and horror stories on the Internet. Moreover, urban legend suggests that...
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Why Professionalism Matters More Than Performance
Author: Jason Burns The article below is written by Sci.bio’s technology partner, Jason Burns of Kortivity. This piece really resonates...
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Work-Life Balance in Biotech
Author: Claire Jarvis A career in the biotech industry is a dream for many STEM professionals, though it can be...
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Beyond the Interview: Negotiating A Job Offer
Author: Cliff Mintz One of the trickiest parts of the job seeking process is negotiating an employment offer if one...
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Ikigai—Find Your Career Sweet Spot
The 4 questions that every professional, especially job seekers, should ask themselves. By Dr. Brad Fanger, STEM career coach,...
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The Job Search: Are Cover Letters Still a Thing?
Author: Cliff Mintz Before the advent of the internet, a cover letter was an essential requirement when applying for a...
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11 Important Interview Tips for Success
Author: Cliff Mintz Most job seekers understand that a job interview can be very stressful and emotionally draining experiences. After...
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How to Build Resilience as a Jobseeker
Author: Cliff Mintz There was a very insightful article in the NY Times Science Section entitled "Building Resilience in Midlife."...
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Resume Writing Made Simple?
Author: Cliff Mintz The first step in any job search is to ensure that your resume or curriculum vitae (CV)...
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Is Another Degree Necessary After Your PhD?
Author: Cliff Mintz There was an interesting article in Science Careers Magazine this week entitled "Should you consider another degree...
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Why Online Networking Can Make a Difference in a Job Search
Author: Cliff Mintz Most human resource professionals contend that some form of online networking with colleagues and peers is probably...
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Industrial Careers: Big Pharma vs. Biotech?
Author: Cliff Mintz Many PhD life scientists who have determined that a tenure-track career is not for them usually set...
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Publish or Perish: Dealing With the Pressure
Author: Cliff Mintz The "publish or perish" principle of academia is certainly not a new one and is likely as...
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Telephone Interviews: A Guide to Success
Author: Cliff Mintz Telephone interviews are an inexpensive and quick way for employers to screen prospective job candidates, especially during...
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Six Common Resume Mistakes To Avoid
Author: Cliff Mintz While a resume is required for all jobs, writing one that ultimately leads to a job interview...
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Your Science Doesn’t Speak For Itself
Author: Claire Jarvis As young scientists, we are often taught the academic notion of letting “your science speak for itself”...
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Negotiating a Job Offer
Author: Gabrielle Bauer The devil is in the details You got The Call. They want you on the job, starting...
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The Diversity of Biotech Companies
Author: Claire Jarvis If you’re a recent STEM graduate in the Boston area, or plan to relocate to the Boston/Cambridge...
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