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Transcript of Jana Speech1 2006 ISSX meeting
Landing a Career
Jana Attaway-Swenke
Managing Partner
Pharmaceutical / Biotech Recruiting
Agenda
Background Curriculum Vitae (CV) Best Practices
Order Matters Do’s & Don’ts
The Interview Process Preparation General Questions Behavioral Top 3 Attributes Evaluated Do’s & Don’ts
Conclusion
Background
Managing Partner-Kaye/Bassman International Corp.(KBIC)
KBIC-Largest single site search firm in the nation established in 1981
Scientific background in Microbiology 15 years recruiting experience Placed 761 scientists in Drug Metabolism,
Pharmacokinetics and Bioanalytical
CV Best Practices
1. Name & Work contact2. Home address & email3. Education4. Other Research Experience
– Internships5. Coursework/Teaching experience6. Skills-techniques7. Awards8. Professional Memberships9. Publications
– Most present publication listed first
10. Presentations and Posters 11. References
Top
Bottom
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• Always keep CV current
• Customize CV for position
• Make sure spelling is correct
• Have someone review
• Most current publications first
YOU ONLY GET ONE CHANCE AT A FIRST
IMPRESSION!
Order Matters
CV Best Practices
Do
Name Home Address Work & Home Phone, E-mail Graduation Day / Expected Work Experience
Do’s and Don’ts
Skills Summary Publications Presentations Relevant Coursework Check spelling
Don’t
Social Security Number Date of Birth Marital Status Gender
Hobbies Names of Family Members Pictures Unusual Fonts
The Interview
2nd ONSITEINTERVIEW
1ST ONSITEINTERVIEW
2nd PHONEINTERVIEW
1st PHONEINTERVIEW
SEND CVTO COMPANY
OFFER
Process
The Interview
Get the logistics right Do your homework
Company Management Interview Team
Prepare Questions 10 to 15 questions to assess position & responsibilities
Practice Seminar
Best foot forward Well Groomed Positive Body Language
Preparation
Top Reasons Qualified Candidates Don’t get the Offer:
• Lack of enthusiasm for position
• Poorly prepared seminar
• Unable to answer questions
• Poorly organized seminar
• Poor communication skills
• Arrogance
General Questions
What would my responsibilities and duties be in this position?
Describe a typical day on the job?
Describe the department’s/company’s growth in the next 2 years?
What is the philosophy on training and development here?
How do you think I’d fit into the job and into your organization?
What projects would I be involved in now? In the future?
Who would I be working for and with?
Ask job relevant questions. Focus on the job—the company, products, services, and people.
Ask questions requiring an explanation.
The Interview
The Interview
Behavioral
PREPARATION
QUESTIONS
Interviewing style to evaluate candidates from a situational
perspective
“Give me an example of how...” “Tell me about a situation where…” “How did you deal with…”
Scrutinize position description Analyze past training & research Identify specific situations that demonstrate key skills sought Case study mindset
The Interview
Top 3 Attributes Evaluated
CommunicationSkills
Scientific Strength
PersonalityTraits
Verbal
Written
Non-Verbal
Evaluate Seminar
Training
Thesis Project
Publications
Team Player
Self-Starter
Positive Attitude
Willingness to Learn
Problem Solver
The Interview
Dress for success Arrive 10-15 minutes early Give firm hand shake Come prepared with questions Do your homework on the company Bring extra CV’s Show enthusiasm! Tell the company you want the job! Maintain eye contact & proper posture Ask if you are well qualified Send thank you notes (get cards)
Do’s and Don’ts
Chew gum, eat, drink (unless offered) Talk negatively Dwell on money or benefits Talk excessively Leave without asking questions Sit during your presentation Act overly confident/arrogant Wear distracting clothes Tell jokes Use profanityCross-examine the employer Interrupt your interviewer
Do Don’t
Conclusion
Tips
Plan on starting to look at least 4 months before you want to start a position.
Keep good records of (who, where, when, and for what) you are applying for.
Keep an open mind and interview at different size organizations to find the right company for you.
When negotiating an offer make sure you look at the entire package not just base salary.
Be yourself!!!
