New Year new job? Get ahead of the crowd now!

In a survey by jobsite.co.uk it showed that 42% of people will look for a new job in January, with half of all people surveyed saying they used the Christmas break to think about their career. It also showed that 13% of people will start their new job search after receiving their January pay cheque.

While wanting more money is the biggest reason for January job hunting, 51% of people looking for a new position crave more job satisfaction, and more than 1 in 10 are simply unhappy in their current job.

Top 5 reasons for looking for a new job in the New Year

1. More money

2. Job satisfaction
3. To further my career
4. I’m unhappy in my current job
5. I want a less stressful job

 According to new research from Job Bounties (www.jobbounties.com ) history shows the first Monday back to work after the Christmas break is when 2 in 5 people currently in work will search the words "jobs" or "Vacancies" on Google!

The Holidays are fast approaching and before you know you know it, we’ll be in January. You may feel that you can take a break from your job search as you think companies are not hiring at the end of the year. While that may be the case for some companies, other companies may still have budget set aside and positions they want to fill for the start of the New Year. Either way, this is not the time for you to stop looking for a job. In January, there will be even more people competing for the jobs and you want to get ahead of the crowd now. The health care industry consumes over 10 percent of gross domestic product of most developed nations making it very competitive as it’s one of the world's largest and fastest-growing industries.　

Tips to get you started!

• make a list of jobs that interest you and research job openings -check out Kubo’s website www.kuborecruitment.com
• Get your CV/resume up-to-date!
• Get your social media profiles in line – have a look at our previous  blog “The good, the bad and the ugly side of social media for your job search” for Kubo’s advice on how to make the best of yours!

 

So get ahead of the crowd and get in touch with Kubo Recruitment to start your search today!

European Statistical Forum : Amsterdam, Netherlands

 

The 4th Annual European Statistical Forum (ESF) is taking place on Monday, 18th of November in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Kubo Recruitment is sponsoring this event which discusses the pressing issues of biostatistics in the pharmaceutical, biotech and clinical trials environment. 

 

The topic of this year's forum is "Missing Data in Clinical Trials".
 

The handling of missing data in clinical trials has become a crucial topic for clinical drug development, in particularly with respect to the regulatory process. New methodologies and techniques have emerged such as mixed-model repeated measures, multiple imputations, pattern-mixture models for longitudinal data as well as specific censoring rules and models for time to event data. 

The ESF 2013 is dedicated to the investigation, exploration as well as handling and analysis of missing data in clinical trials by presenting:

- State-of-the-art statistical methodology
- Case studies from clinical trials showing how missing data can be handled and how they can impact trial results
- Regulatory viewpoints on this topic

 

The ESF Scientific Board includes: Jens-Otto Andreas, Director Global Biostatistics EU Group for UCB Biosciences GmbH, Lisa Comarella, Director, Biostatistics and Senior Project Manager for CROS NT, Frank Fleischer, Global BCA at Boehringer Ingelheim Pharma GmbH & Co. KB, and Giacomo Mordenti, Senior Director Compound Development & Branding-Head Biostatistics at Grünenthal. 

The conference agenda promises a list of prominent speakers from some of Europe's top pharma and biotech companies.

 

Details:

European Statistical Forum
Monday, 18th of November 2013; 09:00 - 17.30
NH Amsterdam Centre
Stadhouderskade 7, Amsterdam, The Netherlands

The Challenges of Pharmacovigilance: Database and Reporting Solutions

In recent years, regulatory agencies - including the EMA/European Union and the FDA - have taken steps to improve patient safety in clinical trials. The EU estimates that approximately 200,000 patients die each year from Adverse Drug Reactions. Companies are often faced with the challenge of finding solutions that can improve quality and analysis of safety data while managing the increase in data and the need to satisfy regulatory requirements.

In Europe, the latest pharmacovigilance regulations, known as Good Pharmacovigilance Practice (GVP), went into effect in 2012 in order to better analyze and understand data from clinical studies, especially post-market studies, to identify risks to patients. More recently, the EMA has released guidelines for complying with ICH E2B (R3) which regulates electronic transmission of individual case safety reports.

 

Safety Database

 

Companies conducting pharmacovigilance activities will need a safety database that can optimize safety reporting. Many pharmaceutical and biotech companies may opt for Oracle AERS or Argus, while some store safety data in SAS. Oracle AERS is a comprehensive solution for product safety monitoring and compliance. The graphical user interface allows users to visualize the case elements and understand the holistic case picture. Oracle Argus, on the other hand, is a fully integrated platform of end-to-end pharmacovigilance solutions to ensure regulatory compliance from clinical development to post-market surveillance. 

 

Combining statistical analysis, programming and IT support under a commonly used platform like SAS is an ideal solution for automating data collection and analysis from multiple sources. This approach is even appropriate for smaller companies, because automation can be done without a complex or expensive Business Intelligence platform.

 

Customized Reporting Solutions

 

1. Automating signal detection in SAS is one ideal solution for customized reporting. In order to automate the process, a system needs to be in place to pull and analyze data from the safety database. The key aspect is the data integration between safety database, regulatory databases, and patient data from external database resources. The identification of signal criteria and the implementation of standardized programs automates the signal detection process and produces structured data which speeds up the task of finalizing Eudravigilance submissions.

 

2. Integrating an Oracle database with Business Intelligence produces real time data and results. With the support of our technology partner, we can integrate Oracle 9i database with Oracle Business Intelligence Standard One edition to create interactive dashboards for readily accessible data and results.

 

The good, the bad and the ugly side of using social media for your job search. Part 2

Facebook

In the last blog, Kubo looked at LinkedIn and how it can help your job search, but what about when something you have said or done online comes back to bite you! This week Kubo are looking at Facebook, and like many people, you probably think that LinkedIn is for professional use and Facebook is for personal use, but unfortunately social media doesn’t work like that. What you say and do on your personal profile has a habit of catching up with you when you least expect it.

Most employers will Google their prospective employees before their interview, so your chosen profile picture and past pictures are the first thing an employer can see in search results. This is probably a good time to check your privacy settings and make sure your profile is set as private and be sure to select an appropriate profile picture, because these are viewable to everyone!

Whatever is viewable on your Facebook timeline tells an employer about you. If you don’t want future or current employers looking at your recent posts then lock it down via your privacy settings, because what you post may well hinder your chances of getting that job! Below are examples of how Facebook has cost a few people their job!

• In 2009 a female employee had a bit of a moan on Facebook about her new job “first day at work. omg So dull!! Unfortunately for her this post found its way to her manager and 3 weeks later she was fired! 

 

• In March 2009 a Swiss women was fired after phoning her boss and telling him she couldn’t come in because she had a migraine and the lights and glare from her computer would make it worse. She was later seen on Facebook and it was presumed if she was well enough to be on Facebook she was well enough to be in work! She was subsequently let go!
• It’s never advisable to criticise your boss on social media, especially when you have them as a friend on Facebook! Below is the actual response that this young lady got from her boss! 

 

• A male employee in the UK wrote this on his Facebook page, ‘I work at [insert company here] and can't wait to leave because it's s***"." He quickly got his wish and was sacked!!

 In many cases, potential employers can find their way onto your Facebook page even if you have enabled privacy settings by going through other employees or friends. So be careful what you post on Facebook and who can view your profile.! The first thing most potential employers do is Google or Facebook their candidates. Start by doing a Google search of yourself and see if you are happy with results. Don’t stop yourself getting that perfect job by having incriminating evidence on your Facebook. Once you do have that job think carefully what you write as you may well find yourself without one!

Let us know if you have ever got into trouble over a post you have wrote?

 

Kubo Recruitment meets MK Lightning’s new team!

By Lara Gill, Recruitment Consultant

Last week I went to represent Kubo and meet the new addition to the Milton Keynes Lightning squad, Tom Carlon. Kubo are sponsoring Tom this season and thought we should pop along and introduce ourselves to him. The team were being introduced for the first time to all their supporters and were all raring and ready to go for the new season!

Tom has recently transferred to MK Lightning after leaving the Peterborough Phantoms and has had a long and successful ice hockey career and was even captain of the U18 Great Britain Team!

Carlon saw his name and stick go into the Hall of Fame in Canada when he scored the game-winning goal in the world championships to win the gold medal for Great Britain!

Kubo wish MK Lightning good luck as they start their new season- hopefully we will be able to get to a game soon to show our continued support for the boys!

Kubo also sponsor the U16 Milton Keynes Storm hockey team.

The Good, the bad and the ugly side of using social media for your job search: Part 1

Linkedin, Twitter and Facebook are all great ways of networking and aiding you in your job search, but what happens when you’re personal life back fires on your professional one and hinders instead of helps you. With stories in the media about people being fired over posts that their work colleagues have seen, Kubo are looking at the 3 main social networking sites and advice on how to use them effectively for your job hunting.

Part 1 LinkedIn

LinkedIn is designed specifically for professional networking, and 89% of employers who were asked in a 2012 survey of 1,000 recruiters by recruiting-technology Company Jobvite, said that they have made a hire through LinkedIn so you should try to keep everything professional on your profile. Below are top tips on how to use LinkedIn effectively.

• Photo- Keep your photo professional at all times, no pictures of you pulling funny faces or nights out with your friends where you went dressed as a pirate. Try to look happy in your photo; no one wants to see a miserable person staring back at them when they are looking for a potential candidate it gives the wrong impression. A simple head shot of you looking professional is perfect.




• Headline-The headline is the first line under your name that people see when you come up in a search.　 This is basically your first impression to a potential employer, so sell yourself and stand out from the crowd. If you’re looking for work then say you are and it’s also a good idea to put key words of your desired role as you will come up in more searches.




• Get Connected- LinkedIn is all about networking so the more connections you have the more connections you can make. LinkedIn works on a 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd connection basis so this means you are able to view more people and profiles the more connections you have.




• Join Groups- LinkedIn has groups for near enough everything, so find the industry and groups relevant to you and get joining. Groups will open you up to hundreds of new connections that are outside your network and also allows you to message other group members for free!




• Contact info- If an employer or recruiter is doing a search and you are their 3^rd or 4^th connection they will not be able to message you (inmail) without the specific paid version. So having your email address somewhere on the page gives them the opportunity to contact you directly so you won’t miss out on that new opportunity!




• Profile- Getting all the correct information across on your profile and in a clear and precise manner is key! Outline your current and past jobs leaving no gaps with a brief description of your job role is the best way, as it looks tidy and is easier for prospective employers to read! LinkedIn also has a step-by-step guide to help you complete your profile.



• Recommendations and Endorsements- having past work colleagues or customers recommending you and your work is a great way of showing potential employers evidence of your successes. LinkedIn recently introduced endorsements which allows your connections to endorse particular skills.




• Follow Companies-Companies usually list job openings on their company page which then show up in your news feed if you are following that company. Then you will never miss a job opportunity!

Are you following Kubo Recruitment on LinkedIn yet? We constantly list job openings on our company page in the life sciences and clinical research sector.

In part 2 Kubo will be looking at how you should be very careful about what you post on Twitter and Facebook because things may come back to haunt you!

　

Kubo's Commitment to Training and Learning Opportunities; Win a Free Pass to a Global Pharma Event

Kubo Recruitment is committed to continuous learning opportunities in the life sciences sector and training events for talent in pharma, biotech, clinical research and life sciences. The healthcare sector is the fastest growing job market promising the largest number of new jobs. However, employers often face challenges in finding the right talent. In fact, one of the top workforce problems is a mismatch between worker skills and jobs, along with a growing pool of untapped talent. 

Kubo Recruitment supports training and networking events where professionals can discuss and debate current trends in the industry. This autumn, Kubo is sponsoring events around Europe and the U.S. which focus on training and provide attendees with a certificate of attendance for their training logs. 

We want to give professionals a chance to attend this events! Therefore, we are holding a drawing to give away one free pass to each of the events listed below. All you have to do is follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter to enter your name in the drawing!

Kubo Recruitment LinkedIn Page

Kubo Recruitment Twitter Account

Below is the list of upcoming events and forums:

ePharma Day 2013

ePharma Day is a training and networking initiative that deals with the most relevant issues concerning clinical trials. This year's events focus on "Letting Your Strategy Drive Your Technology Decisions" which highlights the difficulties faced by those in charge with procuring technology in a sector where integrated systems are important but still unusual. An expert panel will discuss how to introduce the right technology in protocol feasibility, adaptive design, integrated summaries, functional service provision, late phase studies, diagnostics and medical affairs. All events are conducted in English and the host country's native language. 

Here is the schedule of this autumn's events:

• German ePharma Day: 23rd of September in Frankfurt, Germany
• Spanish ePharma Day: 24th of October in Barcelona, Spain
• UK ePharma Day: 31st of October in London, United Kingdom
• U.S. ePharma Day: 12th of November in Boston, Massachusetts, USA

European Statistical Forum

18th November in Amsterdam, Netherlands

The 4th Annual ESF focuses on "Missing Data in Clinical Trials" and expert speakers will discuss state of the art statistical methodologies, real-life case studies of clinical trials showing how missing data can be handled and regulatory viewpoints.

Epidemiological Forum

8th of October in Milan, Italy

The 3rd Annual EPI forum focuses on Real World Data for the evaluation of healthcare technology and emerging opportunities and challenges for the innovation of healthcare technology and the improvement of healthcare quality. 

5 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Slack off on your Job Search this August

We generally think of August as a slow period in terms of work and business, a period of vacations and holidays where most people and companies are not very productive. It may lead many job seekers to think they can slack off in August as well. It's time to get your head out of the sand and see why August can actually be an ideal period for your job search! Kubo Recruitment shares some thoughts on why August is not a time to slack off.

1. Companies and Hiring Managers are in a "Re-focus" period

While it is true that many people go on vacation at some point during August, many come back towards the end of August or beginning of September and look at this period as a "re-focus" time. This means they are re-evaluating priorities and goals for the second half of the year and getting back into work mode for the end of the year. It's a good time to catch them when they are highly motivated and re-focused. 

2. People are Generally in a Better Mood

It is estimated that 80% if jobs are found via referral. This means that networking is extremely important, and employers are generally in a better mood during the summer months due to better weather, more sunlight and thoughts of vacation. It could be the best time to ask your contacts if there are any job openings or if they can refer you for a job. 

3. Because August is Better than January

Many job hunters make the mistake of applying for jobs towards the end of the year, thinking that companies are looking to hire before the near year. The end of the year is the worst time to job hunt as companies are closing budgets and preparing for holiday periods like Christmas and New Years (and also Thanksgiving in the U.S.). On the other hand, many job seekers think right after the New Year is the best time to apply for a job. However, companies are still finalizing budgets. 

Besides the August/beginning of fall period, early spring is a good period to job hunt.

4. Everyone else is slacking off in August

Your fellow job seekers may be slacking off in August due to a slow business period. Use this to your advantage to do job research and contact those companies and employers who are working in August. Continuously check job boards and sites like LinkedIn for an idea of the job market and prepare and update your CV and cover letter. You'll be one step ahead of the slackers when that "re-focus" period comes around.

5. Not everyone is on holiday in August

While European countries might lead the way for summer vacations in August, keep in mind that not everyone is on holiday during this time. The French, Italians and Spanish are notorious for their long summer holidays and many businesses actually close for either 2 weeks or all of August. Many of these businesses tend to be operational (like factories and bars), so keep in mind that in a professional context, the company you are applying to may be open all of August. European Catholic countries celebrate a bank holiday on August 15th and usually take long weekends, but countries like United Kingdom are still open for business.

In the U.S., vacations in August are likely but don't expect the majority of employers to be on holiday like in Europe. Unlike the Europeans, most Americans do not take 2 week vacation periods - most just stick to one week at a time and likely check email during their vacation. August can actually be an ideal time for hiring in the U.S. 

Check out Kubo Recruitment's complete list of job openings and continue reading our blog for job hunting and interviewing tips. 

How to Tackle the Most Common Interview Questions (that you will get asked!)

Interviews are nerve-wracking enough, so make them a bit easier on yourself and go in prepared with unique answers to the most commonly answered questions.

Kubo Recruitment has put together a handy list of the most common questions and some helpful tips on how to best answer them.

1. "Tell me about yourself." 

While this is a very open-ended question, it does not give you free rein to tell the interviewer everything, including what you did over the weekend or the current status of your relationship. This is a chance for you to show the employer your personality, so they can see if you fit in to the company culture. Give the employer a brief history of your professional and academic accomplishments to give them an idea of how you got to the point where you are today. You can show the employer hints of your personality in your response by discussing your hobbies as well - like your passion for travel or sport. It's ok to have fun with your answer, but keep it professional.

2. "Why did you leave your last job?"

Number one rule: be honest. If you were laid off or fired, explain why, but always show that you have gained knowledge and growth from your previous role. No matter your response, demonstrate that the job you are interviewing for would be a stepping stone in your career. DO NOT bad mouth your previous employer, as it comes across as childish and unprofessional.

3. "Why did you apply for this job?" 

Similar to question 1, show that you have read up on the job role. Pick out points of the job description that suit you perfectly and explain why by giving examples. Focus on what you can offer the company in terms of skill set and personality traits. Point out positive aspects of the company you are applying to as well; for example mention that you would like to be part of a great work environment or a successful company. Show that you are not only passionate about the job role, but about the company you hope to join.

4. "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?"

Avoid discussing your personal plans when this question comes up. The employer is usually trying to find out if you're going to be a "flight risk" - e.g. are you someone who changes companies every 2 years, do you have trouble settling down, are you planning on starting a family in the near future? Be passionate and realistic about your answer. Demonstrate that you have the intention to grow in your field, but that you are also flexible and adaptable to change. 

5. "What are your weaknesses?" 

This question feels like a trap, doesn't it? Never say that you don't have any. It's simply not true, no one is perfect. Turn a negative into a positive - for example: point out that you are meticulous to detail or that sometimes you find it better to work individually. These are weaknesses that reflect more on your personality rather than your work ethic.

6. "Do you have any questions?" 

Always prepare some questions beforehand by looking at the company's website. Questions show you are interested in the role and the company. Bring up any questions or doubts you may have, but avoid asking about salary until the employer brings it up first. This is the time to show the employer you are genuinely interested in the job role. 

The most important aspect of interviewing you can bring to the table is confidence. Having confidence in yourself shows the employer you'll have confidence in the work you do as well. 

Hug Your Boss Day is 23rd of August: Are You "Celebrating"?

National Hug Your Boss Day is on the 23rd of August and it’s reported that 45% of people think its ok to hug your boss. Kubo Recruitment wants to know: what do you think? 

A recent study conducted by TipTopJob went on to find that:

•             Only 5% would hug their boss when their boss praised them

•             15% would hug their boss on “hello” or “goodbye”

•             19% would hug if they got a promotion.

Kubo did a bit of research and unsurprisingly more women than men thought it was acceptable to hug their boss, but only if they had gotten to know him or her a bit first.

Research shows that it also depends greatly on what industry or work environment you are in as to whether a hug was deemed appropriate.

For example, in the healthcare sector it is typical to give your colleagues and your boss a hug to say “hello” or “goodbye” , but if you worked in a larger corporate business it was more “professional “ to greet someone with a handshake.

But what about cultural differences? In Japan it is customary to bow upon a business greeting, and in Italy you give a kiss on each cheek.

National Hug Your Boss Day was launched back in 2008 to promote workplace relationships and highlight the importance of getting along with your boss/manager.
 

With all this in mind, what are your thoughts? Are you a “pro hugger” or do you think that a handshake is appropriate in the work place at all times? Comment below with your thoughts!

 http://www.nationalhugyourbossday.co.uk/

Job Crisis? Kubo has Job Openings in Life Sciences in the U.S. and Europe

Kubo Recruitment recently shared some tips for job hunting during the economic crisis. And just in case you weren't feeling so confident about the economy, Kubo is here to reassure you that there are indeed job openings out there! Here are some of our job listings in the U.S. and Europe! 

U.S.

ADaM Statistical Expert (Home-based)

For this role, we are looking for in depth knowledge and experience of data collection and reporting in drug development and clinical trial processes, design of ADaM datasets to support complex endpoint analysis, and experience with a variety of study designs. Qualifications include: Masters or PhD in Statistics and 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.

Lead Clinical Data Manager (Home-based)

We are looking for a Lead Clinical Data Manager who is knowledgeable on data collection specifications from all data sources, managing in-stream data flow activities and delivering a quality database in accordance with project plans. The ideal candidate has knowledge of Data Management processes and pharmaceutical industry guidelines such as ICH and GCP as well as coding dictionaries MedDRA and WHO-DD. 

EUROPE

Statistician (Location: UK, Italy, Germany or Home-based)

We have an immediate need for 3 Statisticians to work for a European CRO on a functional project for one of their major pharmaceutical customers. The indication is oncology but you do not need previous oncology experience.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced statistician with at least 3+ years of industry knowledge and experience in the clinical research industry. The candidate will be responsible for design, analysis and reporting of clinical trials and must have good communication skills. 

Don't see a job opening here that interests you? We have more job listings on our website. You can always upload your profile to our website, which is checked daily, and we will contact you should a new position open up that matches your profile. 

Advice on Job Hunting During the Economic Crisis

As Europe and the U.S. continue to face economic hardship including worrisome unemployment rates and job cuts, job hunting has become a job in itself - requiring a full time effort. 

In addition to unemployment, there are more and more people entering the workforce. In the United States alone, 1.7 million students graduated from university this spring. According to a recent study on employment, at least 4 people are competing for every job role, and in the United Kingdom as many as 20-30 candidates. Therefore, in some countries you really do need to be on the ball to secure a job these days.

Kubo Recruitment have put together some helpful tips to help those searching in this struggling economy:

• Network: They say it's not what you know, but who you know, and in this case it can really help you progress. Speak to your friends and family and use social media outlets to sell yourself. You never know what opportunity might be out there unless you ask.
• Customize: With cover letters, it is not a case of one size fits all. Read the job description thoroughly and show you have understood the job role and how your skills are relevant.
• Speak to someone: Sometimes sending applications online or in the post can feel like a dead end if you get no response, but speaking to an agency about your circumstances and experience is always advised. They can discuss your CV/resume and give you advice on your next steps.
• Options: Don't put all your eggs in one basket! It's always good to be open and see what is out there. You would rather have too many options than none at all.
• Research: When meeting your prospective employer, it is essential to have done your research. Know who you are meeting, read up on the company and know the job specifications like the back of your hand. It is always good to have a few questions prepared too.
• Appearance: Research from Careerbuilder.com shows that one-third of employers say that they make up their mind within 1 minute of meeting a candidate. So, to make the best first impression make sure that you look smart, presentable and confident.
• Attitude: Showing a potential employer that you are enthusiastic and interested in the job is half the battle, but remember there is a thin line between enthusiastic and desperate. 
• Accept rejection and learn from it: See every opportunity as a learning process, whether you get the job or not, get as much feedback as you can and apply it to the next opportunity. If you weren't accepted for a job position, follow up with the recruiter and ask why. 
• Follow-up: It's always good to call or write and find out if there is any feedback or an update. If you are working with an agency, you will always get feedback as they do their best to get as much information as possible.
• Stay positive: There is an average of 3 million open jobs in the U.S. per month, so if it's not this time it could be the next time! Don't get disheartened if things didn't go as planned. The next job opportunity is right around the corner!

Kubo Recruitment can help job candidates at any stage in the job hunting process - from recent graduates to professionals looking for a career change. Visit our website to upload your profile and browse our current job openings both in Europe and the U.S.

We post job openings weekly on our LinkedIn company page, so we sure to follow us there! 

  

Tips for the Office Summer Dress Code

With summer finally upon us and stories about boys wearing skirts to school to make a point about not being allowed to wear shorts in the news, it got me thinking about what is appropriate to wear to work in the hot summer months.

For women, it’s a wide selection of dresses, skirts, shorts, vest tops, strappy tops, blouses, sandals,  heels, but for men is it simply a choice of trousers  or shorts and a long sleeve or short sleeve shirt?

 

When the weather gets hot and the dress code is Smart Casual, do people get confused about what smart casual actually means?  It may be hot, but remember to keep your dress code professional in the office environment. Ladies skirts should be on or below the knee and the same goes for men’s shorts. 

 

Smart casual seems to cover such a broad  spectrum that it can be easily misinterpreted and it may depend entirely on the office environment that you work in. Smaller companies tend to have more of a relaxed approach, letting their employees wear pretty much what they want- in moderation- , but is wearing flip flops to work pushing it a bit too far? I agree that shorts and a polo shirt can look smart, but team it with flip flops and you may have just crossed over to "too" casual, but wearing a full suit and tie in 30 degree heat is going to raise some eyebrows when clients are put off by the sweaty mess in front of them.

Here are our top tips for Your Office Summer Dress Code

1. Know your work environment and your company’s dress code- before you walk in to the office in your shorts and t-shirt get a feel for the dress code. Some companies may be more relaxed than others (or the contrary!).


2. Don’t put too much on display- low cut tops and short skirts are generally not appropriate for the office and should be kept for the weekend!


3. Don’t get too comfy - If you could lounge around the house in it or wear it to the gym it’s probably not appropriate for the office.


4. Flip- Flops are a no no. Not only are they a health and safety issue, but they give off a much too relaxed impression for work.


5. No Hawaiian shirts! Expressing yourself with a vibrant shirt is one thing, but Hawaiian shirts are just too casual and unprofessional for the office!

I’m sure there are going to be a few faux pas as the sun is out and people try to cool down, but even if you do have a slip up, your wardrobe disaster won’t last long and it will be back to coats and jackets before you know it!

Visit www.kuborecruitment.com for all our latest job openings!

Thanks for Visiting Us at DIA in Boston, and Remember...We're Hiring!

Kubo Recruitment was pleased to be first time exhibitor at the DIA Annual Meeting in Boston the last week of June. The event was very successful for us as we were able to meet many colleagues in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry as well as professionals looking for job opportunities in the sector. For Kubo, the DIA Annual Meeting was a chance to introduce ourselves to the North American market and meet potential job candidates for our many job openings there. 

Kubo is also proud to have been a part of the One Fund Boston charity runs held throughout the conference. Organized by CROS NT and Datatrak, the charity 5K runs raised money for One Fund which supports the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. Kubo's Head of Recruitment, Rachel Keay, ran both runs, and Kubo sold t-shirts at its booth to collect donations. At the end of the conference, $1,615 was raised for One Fund Boston.

Kubo also had the opportunity to co-host a networking event at the New England Aquarium. We would like to thank everyone who came to visit us at this great event. 

Overall, Kubo was very happy with the conference turnout and the quality of job candidates we met at our booth. That being said, we take this time to remind our U.S. job candidates that we do have job openings in your country, including:

• ADaM Statistical Expert: for this role, we are looking for an in depth knowledge and experience of data collection and reporting in drug development and clinical processes, design of ADaM datasets to support complex endpoint analysis, and experience with a variety of study designs. 
• Clinical Data Manager
• Contract Statisticians (on site)
• SAS Statistical Programmer
• Clinical Project Manager/Business Development

Upload your profile to our website to be considered for a position listed above or future positions that match your skills and experience. 

We would like to thank all of those who visited us at our booth during the show, attended our networking event and contributed to One Fund Boston. Kubo is already looking forward to next year's show in San Diego and has already booked its booth space! 

Kubo to be First Time Exhibitor at DIA Boston: Visit us at Booth 608

The DIA 49th Annual Meeting is just around the corner, taking place June 23-26 in Boston, Massachusetts. Kubo Recruitment is excited to be a first time exhibitor at Booth 608 as it looks to expand its recruitment services to the North American market and recruit new talent in the life sciences sector. Here are a few things you can expect from Kubo at this year's DIA Annual Meeting.

Kubo Recruitment offers recruitment services, including contract, executive search and contingency recruitment, to the life sciences industry both in Europe and the U.S. As a first time exhibitor at the DIA, Kubo is eager to further expand in North America. 

During the conference, Kubo is also looking to recruit talent for the many positions available in the U.S. in the life sciences and clinical research sectors. Kubo is looking to recruit Clinical Data Managers, Biostatisticians, Statistical Programmers, Pharmacovigilance professionals, Medical Writers, Monitors and CRAs and IT professionals for both contract and full time work. Please visit Booth 608 to leave your resume and discuss job openings.

Hot Job Opening in the U.S. - ADaM Statistical Expert

Networking Event at New England Aquarium 

Kubo will also be co-hosting a cocktail networking reception at the New England Aquarium on June 25th at 6 p.m. in the West Wing Gallery. If you are interested in attending, please contact us at info@kuborecruitment.com or visit our booth to pick up a ticket.

One Fund Boston Charity Runs

Kubo is also participating in Runners in Life Sciences Charity Fun Runs to raise money for One Fund Boston. The 5K runs are scheduled for Sunday, June 23rd at 4 p.m. and Tuesday, June 25th at 7 a.m. All proceeds go to One Fund Boston which supports victims of the Boston marathon bombings. For more information or to register, click here. 

Drop your Business Card to Win a Hockey Jersey from the Milton Keynes Storm

Kubo Recruitment is a proud sponsor of the Milton Keynes Storm U16 ice hockey team. During the conference, Kubo will be giving away a hockey jersey each day. Drop your business card in our collection bowl during the conference for your chance to win!

 

Kubo Recruitment sources the best talent in the life sciences
and clinical research sectors. Having talent doesn’t
necessarily mean  you are the best candidate. There are
some simple interviewing and etiquette rules one should
follow to really impress an employer.


Here are some real examples of how NOT to impress your potential employer and some tips to overcome any insecurities. Have these ever happened to you?

• After an unsuccessful job interview, one candidate followed his interviewer to the train station. He spent the rest of the train journey pleading with her to give him the job.
Interview Tip: Enthusiasm is good, desperation is not. It is ok to follow up after an interview, but hassling your interviewer isn't likely to get you anything except a restraining order.

• One guy sent a follow-up e-mail asking if the pretty lady who interviewed him was married. He followed it up with some virtual roses and asked her out.
Interview Tip- Office Romances rarely work out, but maybe it’s best to wait until after you have the job to ask her out?

• Candidate answered their mobile phone during the interview and asked the interviewer to leave her own office because it was a “private” conversation.
Interview Tip- Always switch off your phone during an interview and for heaven’s sake, never answer it!

• Candidate told the interviewer he wouldn’t be able to stay with the job long because he thought he might get an inheritance if his uncle died – and his uncle “wasn’t looking too good.”
Interview Tip: They say honesty is the best policy, but it’s best to separate your personal and professional life – and maybe keep some information to yourself?

• The candidate talked about promptness as one of her strengths after showing up 10 minutes late.
Interview Tip: -You should always try and be at least 10 minutes early for an interview.  If for some reason you are late, apologising works a lot better than trying to pretend it didn’t happen.

• The candidate took off his shoes during the interview.
Interview Tip:- Being relaxed in an interview is good, being rude is not!

• From Personal Experience: A job candidate managed to get himself into the building and casually walked round all the departments introducing himself and asking if we have “company social events” ???
Interview Tip- Showing that you are a team player is always a positive, but being too forward is just going to get you a door in your face!

Have any other interviewing stories you would like to share? Leave us a comment!

Visit Kubo’s website for a complete list of job openings or upload your profile on your website for future job openings.