Biotech Career Coach

This week I take you behind-the-scenes into one of our office hours discussions. Tailoring your resume to align with the job description is critical for success in job applications. I teach how to thoroughly analyze a job description to grasp the specific pain points and challenges faced by the hiring manager. By identifying repeated keywords and themes, you can effectively speak to those pain poi...

This week, we have something for both sides of the table, whether you're interviewing for your next job or interviewing candidates for your next hire. Navigating the interview process can feel like a minefield. How do you follow up? When should you follow up? Have I been ghosted? And if you're interviewing candidates, you also have a lot to keep in mind, like creating a great candidate experience...

How do you escape if you get cornered by someone at a networking event? What if you can't get a word in edgewise? And how about those uncomfortable LinkedIn exchanges? This week we chat all things awkward when it comes to networking. Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources: Join our Skool Community Take the Free 7-day Interview Sprint Challenge Check o...

In this episode of the Biotech Career Coach, Carina and Alison discuss outplacement services and their value for individuals who are transitioning between jobs. They explain that outplacement varies between providers, but generally includes support services such as career coaching, resume and interview training, and guidance for finding new employment. They also emphasize the value of using outpla...

In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of a LinkedIn seminar that was highly popular in our community. The seminar focuses on using LinkedIn as a networking tool and optimizing your profile to be more discoverable by recuiters. We share insights on creating a standout profile and provide a sneak peek into the back end of LinkedIn. If you want access to the full seminar, it's totally free!...

Networking is scary but can become easier with a good strategy. In this episode, Alison Hall, co-founder of the Collaboratory Career Hub, leads a round table discussion with biotech recruiters Daniela Sharma, PhD, and JingXin Liang, PhD. Together, they humanize networking and give actionable tips and tricks that you can use right away. We loved Alison's networking advice from a 5-year-old: "That's...

Carina recently appeared on the Hopkins Biotech Podcast, where she and host Joseph Varriale discussed a range of topics related to biotech job searches, including layoffs, common myths, LinkedIn networking, and resume tips. It's a fun and informative conversation that offers valuable insights for early-career professionals and job seekers in the biotech space. Be sure to check out the Hopkins Biot...

In part two of the interview workshop at UMass Medical School, Carina introduces interview exercises to help everyone get in the right mindset for interviewing. These exercises, inspired by the world of improv, aim to help individuals overcome the fear of selling themselves and improve their communication skills. Resources: the book " Yes And " and the podcast " Think Fast, Talk Smart ," for furth...

In this episode, Carina and Alison answer some great questions from the community. How do you explain a career gap in a job interview? We explore the art of turning what may seem like a setback into a powerful part of your professional narrative. Whether you've taken time off for personal growth, family care, or to indulge your wanderlust, we've got tips to help you articulate career gaps with aut...

I recently had the absolute pleasure of virtually returning to my alma mater, Umass Medical School, to give an interview skills workshop. This episode is part one of two! Want to ace your interviews and land that dream job? Join me as we dive into interview mastery. I'll spill the beans on everything from crafting a compelling elevator pitch to nailing behavioral-based interview questions. We even...

Looking for a job in biotech at the end of the year can feel frustrating and confusing, right? Should you be applying to jobs? What are the companies doing? Why are you not hearing back? This week, Carina and Alison team up to give you the strategies you need to end the year strong. While many people worry about a hiring freeze, we'll let you in on a little secret: the holiday season can actually...

It's almost here! We're translating our popular "Ask a Recruiter" community events into a podcast. The biotech community needs this podcast, and here it is! In this podcast we'll cover: Common questions from job seekers Tactics to excel in your career How to pursue or create a career you love Career paths and career explorations Biotech from the inside Whether you're a student transitioning into a...