I remember the first time I had to write a job description for a biotech IT leadership role. I stared at my screen, cursor blinking, and felt completely stuck. I had a list of technical requirements from the hiring manager, a vague company overview, and a gut feeling that [...]
The first time I helped a biotech company find an IT leader, I learned something crucial. Biotech isn’t like other industries when it comes to hiring tech talent. The stakes are higher, the regulatory landscape is more complex, and the right hire can make the difference between seamless operations [...]
Last year, I worked with a biotech firm that was racing to launch a life-saving therapy. They had the science, the vision—but they were stuck. Their IT team wasn’t equipped to scale with their needs. They were missing the right people to build the infrastructure and tools to turn [...]
As the year winds down and holidays approach, it's a season for celebration but also reflection. I am so grateful for the incredible companies, HR professionals and hiring managers I've connected with this year. It’s been a year of growth, resilience and opportunity. This is a great time of [...]
With Thanksgiving coming up fast, I’d like to say thanks to everyone I work with — not just my colleagues here at The Swan Group, but the people who trust their hiring goals to me and everyone in my wider network who inspires me every day. When I think [...]
Hope you’re feeling refreshed from your super relaxing summer and ready to dive into a productive fall! I am kidding, of course. The myth of the relaxing summer continues, when in fact, 42% of US employees surveyed by MyBioSource said they dread returning to work after time off. In [...]
Hope this mid-summer check-in finds you kicking back in a comfy lounge chair with a cold refreshment and a soft breeze. In honor of Independence Day, this newsletter will explore the concept of "unbossing" and how to foster employee autonomy for better productivity. We'll discuss the importance of giving [...]
If you announce plans to resign, it’s likely that your current company would make a counteroffer to try to get you to stay. It costs and time and money to hire and train new talent, so if you’re a high performer, the company will do whatever it takes to [...]
Within the biotech and pharmaceutical industries, attracting and retaining high-quality IT talent should always be a priority. Companies need the best professionals on their IT team to exceed their goals and succeed in the competitive marketplace. Here are some tips to attract and retain top talent for your organization. [...]
Making a positive impression in your job interview should be your top priority so that you have the best chance of landing the job if you truly feel it’s a good fit. Yet, there are plenty of common mistakes you could make that cause hiring managers to question if [...]
