Make sure your qualifications are up to scratch
Most life sciences careers require a professional qualification such as a
Ph.D. or MD. However, there a bachelor’s degree may be enough to apply for
a role as an assistant while you complete your education. Before you apply
for your next life sciences job, make sure that your qualifications meet
the criteria and that your knowledge of the job you’re interested in is up
to scratch.
Tip:
Attend life sciences exhibitions, conferences, and events to keep current,
and add any additional workshops or courses you’ve attended to your CV.
Are your life sciences skills up to par?
Apart from a life sciences qualification, it’s important that you have
other skills to improve your role. For example, communication will help
improve productivity, digital skills will help with your innovation, and
leadership qualities will give you a boost up the career ladder.
Make sure that you have the
top life sciences skills
that will take you into the future so that your application is up to par
with developing industry trends (many recruiters will be looking out for
your unique set of “extras” that you can bring to their companies).
Do you have a professional, updated CV?
Make sure that you have a clean and professional CV that highlights all
your past and recent qualifications, experiences, and skills. Avoid
essay-type CVs that are hard to read and, instead, use headings and
bulleted points to highlight your achievements and abilities. Lastly,
remember to proofread your CV before you send in your application to make
sure all the information is correct and that there are no spelling,
grammar, or typing errors.
Tip:
When you apply for a specific role at a company, spend some time tailoring
your CV so that it fits the specified requirements of the company you’re
applying to.
Are you ready to tackle interviews?
Interviews can be daunting but if you’re prepared, then you’re more likely
to approach them confidently. During the job application process, take time
to thoroughly research the company conducting the interview. Research shows
that
47% of applicants failed a job interview
because they didn’t know enough about the company they applied to.
Take a look at the company’s website to familiarise yourself with their
history and what they do. There will often be a mission statement which can
help you get a sense of the company culture and the core values they may
expect too. By conducting some pre-interview research, you’ll know more
about the company and the role, and feel more in control.
Find your next life sciences job with QCS Staffing
QCS Staffing is a professional life sciences recruitment agency dedicated to
making a positive impact on health and life science sectors across the
globe. We’re always on the lookout for passionate, professional candidates
to connect to our available job positions so that we can provide our
clients with the very best employees for their companies.
No matter how many years of experience you have in life sciences, or if
you’re still busy completing your qualification, our team at QCS Staffing can
help. Contact us today
and we’ll gladly be of assistance – or browse our
life sciences jobs
to see if anything appeals to you.
