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LinkedIn’s ‘Open to Work’ Feature

Whether you’re a life science professional actively seeking out new job opportunities or one that simply wants to keep their career options open, LinkedIn’s “Open to Work” feature may help you connect with employers. However, many life science pros worry that using it may make them look desperate or that

Spotting the 4 Red Flags of a Self-Awareness Gap

Self-awareness is a surprisingly critical skill in the workplace. Without it, defense professionals often have trouble navigating the environment effectively. In a worst-case scenario, individuals who lack self-awareness are incredibly disruptive and extremely damaging to morale. Many defense professionals assume that they’re highly self-aware. However, it’s easy to miss details

Supply Chain Management in Pharma: Ensuring Efficient Drug Distribution

In recent years, many industries have been plagued by supply chain challenges. In the pharmaceutical industry, delays and obstacles are especially problematic. They can slow the production and distribution of critical medications, and the lack of availability of a treatment can put the population at risk. As a life science

Navigating the Big Stay: How to Keep Your Life Science Career on Track

Following the pandemic, many life science professionals re-evaluated their lives, particularly when it came to their employment. Starting in 2021 and throughout 2022, professionals in a wide array of sectors began voluntarily leaving their positions. The sheer volume of people shifting around led to a period that was dubbed “the

The Future of Defense: Trends and Predictions for the Next Decade

With the new year on the horizon, trends are emerging that could reshape the defense sector not just during the upcoming year but well into the future. Remaining on top of what’s on the horizon is beneficial for defense professionals and candidates. It allows them to prepare in advance, such

Enhancing RNA Vaccines: MIT’s Breakthrough for Stronger Immune Response

A team of scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has recently had a breakthrough. As a result of their research into RNA vaccines, the researchers have identified a potential pathway for a stronger immune response, increasing the effectiveness of the vaccine. Plus, the breakthrough could achieve an improved

Women in Defense: Breaking Barriers and Advancing Careers

Women in defense have been breaking barriers in recent years, and it’s a beneficial trend not just for women but the Department of Defense (DOD) as a whole. Women are a critical component of an effective fighting force and workforce, but they’ve often faced obstacles that limited their access to

Decoding Drug Development Trends

Today, the pharmaceutical industry continues to play a critical role in the improvement of human health and well-being. Organizations operating in the sector aim to find innovative solutions to treat and even eradicate diseases and conditions, all while striving to improve patient outcomes among those who fall ill or experience

Coping with Stress and Building Well-Being

Many military service members and Department of Defense (DOD) employees face unique stressors over the course of their careers. Often, their experiences have the potential to harm their well-being, and some even experience mental health struggles, substance use disorders (SUDs), and other challenges as a result. Fortunately, many employers are