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Best Practices for Maintaining Mental Health at Work

Maintaining your mental health is crucial for many reasons. Along with ensuring you’re happy and productive while working in your life science job, improving your mental health benefits your personal life. Often, work is a primary source of stress for many life science professionals. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to mitigate it. If you want to maintain your mental health at work, here are some best practices to follow. Take Your Breaks Many professionals choose to skip breaks or lunches, assuming that spending more time at their workstations will ensure they’re suitably productive. However, not giving yourself a chance to rest and rejuvenate is often more harmful than helpful. Stress can build, and energy levels diminish. Plus, it can lead to feelings of frustration and resentment, both of which may increase your odds of burning out as a life science professional. Since that’s the case, taking your breaks and lunch is ......

2023-03-24T19:06:04+00:00March 22nd, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , |
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Don’t Get Your Security Clearance Denied Doing These Things

The vast majority of defense sector jobs require some level of security clearance. That process ensures that those handling sensitive or classified information will do so properly and that individuals with authorized access to such materials and information aren’t likely a threat to national security. As a result, it’s critical to ensure your security clearance isn’t denied. While some reasons for a denial are potentially out of your direct control, there are specific actions that increase your risk of having your security clearance denied. As a result, avoiding them or correcting them before applying is essential. Here are some situations you want to avoid. Financial Risk Factors Many security clearance applications are denied due to specific financial concerns. For example, large quantities of debt that are potentially unmanageable or unpaid taxes are both considered red flags. Usually, that’s because the federal government is concerned those monetary strains could make a defense employee more ......

2023-03-24T19:06:38+00:00March 15th, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , |
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How to Respond to “What Is Your Greatest Achievement?”

Landing an interview for a new life science job is exciting, but it’s also a little intimidating. Even if you’re highly confident in your ability to handle the duties, interviewing for the position is often a bit anxiety-inducing. Fortunately, by preparing for classic interview questions, you’ll have an easier time navigating this challenging part of the recruitment process. Here’s a look at how to respond to the common interview question, “What is your greatest achievement?” as a life science candidate. Spend Time Reflecting First and foremost, you need to spend time before your interview reflecting on your career. Begin with your current or most recent job, and consider what the major moments were while working in the role. Ideally, you want to focus on larger projects that your employer notably recognized. Once you figure out a few, determine which of the examples aligns most with the duties you’d have if hired into the ......

2023-03-24T19:06:45+00:00March 8th, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , |
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Security Precautions for Remote Work

In the defense industry, security is essential. As a result, defense professionals working remotely need to remain vigilant, ensuring they’re taking appropriate steps to secure critical data and communications at all times. Often, some of the simplest security precautions are highly effective, making them an excellent starting point. If you’re a defense employee or contractor working remotely, here are some cybersecurity best practices to follow. Use Employer-Provided Devices Only In most cases, professionals working with the Department of Defense (DOD) use employer-provided devices for their computing needs. The primary reason is that safeguards are in place to ramp up cybersecurity. While it’s tempting to use personal devices if you find them more comfortable, doing so is ill-advised. In many cases, using a personal device is explicitly banned by company policy, which puts your job at risk. Additionally, it can cause issues regarding public information requests or could lead to the mishandling of classified ......

2023-03-24T19:06:56+00:00March 1st, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , , |
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5 Strategies for Gaining Experience in the Life Science Sector

When you’re preparing to launch your life sciences career, you typically have a limited skillset and little – if any – direct experience. While entry-level positions often don’t expect life sciences candidates to have highly developed capabilities, gaining additional experience quickly can make moving forward easier. You’ll be more competitive when going after lower-level roles and can potentially secure higher-level positions in less time. Fortunately, several approaches can prepare you for success. Here are five strategies for gaining experience in the life science sector. 1. Find a Mentor Finding a mentor that works in a higher-level position in the life science industry is an excellent way to hone new capabilities. Many mentors are more than willing to assist entry-level life sciences professionals with skill development. This could include direct instruction in specific areas, recommending resources that help newly minted professionals boost their capabilities, and more. Plus, mentors can assist with other career-oriented areas. ......

2023-03-03T21:12:45+00:00February 22nd, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , , , |
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How to Handle Disagreeing with Your Boss

Disagreements are tricky to navigate in a professional way in general. However, when you’re a defense professional that doesn’t agree with your boss, it’s even more challenging to get it right. Simply remaining constructive is potentially tough. Couple that with ensuring you don’t come across as judgmental, insulting, or condescending, and the difficulty rises. Fortunately, there are strategies that can keep the conversation moving in the right direction and ensure the proper tone. Here’s a look at how to handle disagreeing with your boss as a defense employee. Choose the Right Setting When and where you express your perspective to your boss makes a difference. Often, disagreeing openly in an exposed setting – such as during a team meeting or when your boss is walking down a hall – isn’t well-received. It can leave your boss feeling vulnerable, which isn’t ideal. Instead, consider arranging for a private one-on-one to discuss your perspective. Scheduling ......

2023-03-03T21:12:39+00:00February 15th, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , |
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Utilizing a Recruiter to Find Your Next Position

When you need to find a new life sciences position, it’s common to assume that managing your own job search is the best approach. However, job searches are often cumbersome undertakings, requiring a significant amount of time, energy, and knowledge to get right. Plus, going it alone actually limits your access to opportunities when compared to other strategies. By partnering with a recruiter to find your next life sciences job, you’ll streamline your job search, reduce your workload, and receive expert guidance. Here’s a look at the benefits of working with a recruiter to find your next life sciences role and how the Staffing Resource Group can elevate your job search. The Benefits of Working with a Recruiter Partnering with a recruiter when you need to find a new position is beneficial for several reasons. First, your recruiter becomes your job search ally. After they spend time getting to know you and learning ......

2023-03-03T21:12:34+00:00February 8th, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , |
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When’s the Last Time You Updated Your Resume?

Once you’re working in a defense job, it isn’t uncommon not to think twice about the condition of your resume. Generally, resumes are viewed as part of the job search process. As a result, updating your resume when you aren’t actively seeking out opportunities seems unnecessary to many. However, maintaining a current resume actually works in your favor as a defense professional. Whether you’re considering launching a new job search as a defense candidate soon or are happy where you are currently, here’s a look at why regularly updating your resume matters and what to include. Why Regularly Updating Your Resume Is Critical Frequently updating your resume – regardless of whether you’re planning to start a job search in the near future – is vital for several reasons. First, your resume functions as a way to capture details about your achievements as a defense employee. Often, professionals can only remember so much information ......

2023-03-03T21:12:28+00:00February 1st, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , |
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Which Career Path in Life Sciences Fits You?

The world of life sciences is vast, encompassing a wide array of industries and specialties. As a result, choosing a career path in the life sciences isn’t always easy since so many different options are available. By understanding a bit about the career paths you encounter in life sciences, it’s easier to select a direction that fits you. Here’s an overview of some of the life sciences career paths. Biotech Biotech involves using technology to support medical and health-related goals involving living things. These roles are present in a wide array of industries, including the agricultural, environmental protection, and pharmaceutical sectors. Often, duties include using biomolecular or cellular processes to develop technologies that boost health or production, leading to life or environmental improvements depending on the specialty. Pharmaceutical The pharmaceutical industry strives to discover, develop, and manufacture medications or treatment options for various health conditions. Compound purification and chemical synthesis often come with ......

2023-01-06T14:33:41+00:00January 25th, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , , , , |
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5 Things to Know About Defense Contract Work

For many professionals, working as a defense contractor seems like the perfect fit. The jobs are often surprisingly stable, incredibly engaging, and excellent for boosting resumes through skill acquisition. However, job seekers without prior experience in the defense industry aren’t always aware of what comes with these roles. Before you pursue these positions, here are five things to know about defense contract work. 1. Reporting Requirements Are High Many defense contractors – regardless of their field – will need to submit a variety of reports that outline the tasks they’ve completed in a certain period. Some may involve status updates showing progress on assigned projects. Others may involve cost center-based breakdowns to ensure the proper departments are billed for the services you’re providing. Since that’s the case, defense contractors usually need to take notes during the reporting period to track their contributions. That ensures creating the report when the time comes is simpler ......

2023-01-06T14:33:31+00:00January 18th, 2023|Categories: Talent Resources|Tags: , , , , , |
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