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10 Brutally Honest Steps to Landing Your Dream Life Sciences Job in 2025 (From Someone Who’s Seen Too Many Bad PCR Puns in Cover Letters)

Hey there, lab rats and biotech hopefuls! As someone who’s spent years matching brilliant minds with the perfect petri dishes…

Networking in Biotech: Making Connections That Advance Your Career

Let’s get real – if you’re hoping to break into biotech by frantically refreshing job boards and shooting your resume…

Performance Reviews: A Recruiter’s Perspective

In the competitive landscape of talent acquisition, performance management has become a critical differentiator for organizations seeking to attract and…

Building a Career in Medical Devices: Key Skills and Qualifications

The medical device industry offers exciting opportunities to make a real difference in patient care while working at the intersection…

Work-Life Balance in Biotech: Finding Your Ideal Position

The biotech industry continues to evolve rapidly, offering diverse career paths with distinct work-life balance considerations. Understanding the nuances of…

Make 2025 Your Year: A Recruiter’s Guide to New Career Success

As a recruiter at Surf Search, January is our busiest season. While others are hitting the gym, we’re flooded with…

From My Desk: Preparing Candidates for Last-Minute Life Science Interviews

As an agency specializing in life sciences recruiting, Surf Search frequently helps candidates prepare for last-minute interviews. Whether it’s a…

How to Negotiate Salary and Benefits Effectively During a Job Offer

Navigating the complexities of salary and benefits negotiation can be daunting, especially during the excitement of receiving a job offer….

How to Stand Out in Your Job Search: Insights from Surf Search

At Surf Search, we’ve seen countless resumes and conducted numerous interviews across diverse sectors within life sciences sectors and have…