In biotech, the line between IT and business strategy isn’t just blurry, it’s virtually nonexistent. The organizations that are moving fast and scaling smart are the ones where IT leadership doesn't just support the business. They shape it. But not all IT leaders are built for that kind of [...]
I’ve been in recruiting long enough to know that not all metrics are created equal. Sure, time-to-hire looks great in a quarterly report. It’s tidy, trackable, and makes for a compelling slide in a stakeholder meeting. And everyone loves to brag about a big applicant pool — “Look how [...]
You Can’t Automate Chemistry It all started with a string of “almosts.” I was working with a biotech client—sharp team, innovative tech, and a clear sense of what they needed in a hire. They weren’t winging it. They had a solid job description, a defined scope, and a thoughtful [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Mental Health Awareness Month in the Workplace May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a crucial time to prioritize employee well-being. Studies show strong mental health benefits boost employee morale and retention. Actionable Tips for Employers: Go beyond the basics: While health insurance with mental health coverage is essential, consider [...]
Within many industries, the success of a business relies more on the people you pay than the people who pay you. In other words, your people are your most important asset. In some industries, people are your only asset. As such, many SRA Updates have covered the topic of [...]
By the year 2030, Millennials, also known as Gen Y (those born in the 80’s and 90’s) will make up 75% of the workforce. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that by 2015, this hyper-connected and tech-savvy demographic will come close to overtaking the majority representation of the workplace. [...]
As human beings, we are naturally programmed with an existing set of emotions, habits, perspectives and opinions. We are sometimes drawn to making decisions for reasons we do not fully understand; we might hire a new employee because it feels right, or we promote those on our team because [...]
"Tell me about a time when you failed, and what you learned from that experience.” Think of the most successful employees you’ve ever worked with, or the individuals you’ve mentored who excelled the most, or the leaders you’ve studied who seem to achieve every goal they set for themselves. [...]
