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MSLs in 2019: Five Things To Watch in Pharma

If you've spent a day and a half observing the pharma industry, you know things change quickly and unpredictably. No two years are created equal in the Pharma and Biotech industry. What can we look forward to for MSLs in 2019: Five Things To Watch in Pharma? 1. Mergers and Acquisitions 2019 has already been busy in the merger and acquisition department. BMS agreed to acquire Celgene last week, Eli Lilly is set to acquire Loxo Oncology this week, and the Takeda/Shire union that is imminent. With so much action in January's first week, what excitement can we expect over the next…

Top FIVE 2019 Resolutions From Our MSL Recruiters

The year is winding down and SEMbio enjoyed a great 2018. Hopefully, you did too! Our team is all about progress so we have our own New Year's resolutions! Here are SEMbio's Top 5 2019 Resolutions From Our MSL Recruiters: 1. Read More Our team strives to read a little more each year. Reading increases intelligence and memory while reducing stress - all good things! But with so many great reads available, whittling down our reading list will be the real challenge. 2. Meet More MSLs We're fortunate to know a slew of awesome MSLs but, there are always great people that…

3 Reasons To Use Niche Recruiting Firms Instead of Generalists.

The recruiting industry serves a broad spectrum and choosing who to serve can define a firm's culture and purpose. Specialized or “niched” firms seek to become industry experts in a narrow sector. On the other end of the spectrum are volume-focused firms that recruit in as many areas as possible. Generalist firms recruit for any pharma positions and cross industries attempting to recruit on any they can conceive. The differences between these two strategies are many, so here are 3 reasons to use a niche recruiting firm. 1. Niched Firms Have Relationships with More Candidates Niched firms specialize in a…

5 Reasons MSL Job Searches Should Begin While You’re Employed

The Best Time to Find a New MSL Opportunity is When You Have a Job. We frequently see under-employed MSL Candidates in admittedly bad situations with their current job. Lay-offs or acquisitions are likely and they recognize changes that make continued employment uncertain. While some candidates’ situations make sense for them to remain passive, I’m often confused by their willingness to stay in an uncertain situation. SEMbio is consistently 'in-the-know' about great opportunities available for Medical Science Liaisons. There’s plenty of reason to be proactive in directing your career - before it’s redirected for you. 1. Consistent MSL Career Timeline…

3 Reasons MSL Employers Make Offers Before Holidays

A Perfect Storm of new MSL Team Build-outs and MSL Team Expansions are Underway Something we hear frequently during this time of the year is “well, I assume this company won’t make me an offer before the holidays anyway.” Many people have previously encountered the “holiday freeze”. The interview process seems to be moving along swiftly, only to be halted by holiday vacations that delay a final interview until after the new year. Maybe we can change your outlook for winter offers with or 3 reasons MSL employers make offers before holidays. 1. Employers have a greater sense of urgency than you…