
What are the pharma employers looking for on a CV?
The pharmaceutical industry is highly competitive and requires
significant knowledge of medicine and medical devices. It’s an important
industry that drives medical progress through the development of new medicines and
equipment. Pharmaceutical companies play a crucial role in helping
people and communities. That’s why employers will be looking for only the best pharmaceutical
professionals. Therefore, you must know how to create a quality CV that stands
out from the crowd. While there is a range of options for career development in
the pharmaceutical industry, the first step is showcasing to employers why
you’re the best candidate for new roles. Below, we discuss what pharmaceuticals
are looking for on a CV.
Clear and concise work experience
Since a
hiring manager’s decision on whether to take you to the next stage of the
recruitment process is based on a document, it’s all the more important that
your CV is concise and detailed, with your experience in reverse-chronological
order. One of the most difficult parts of creating a CV is writing interesting
descriptions of various jobs. Each description should thoroughly outline your
pharmaceutical experience and they should each add their own unique value.
After reading your work experience, an employer should have a strong
understanding of your responsibilities, the skills you have developed and what
you’ve achieved.
Personal statement or objective
With the
pharmaceutical sector being a highly demanding career, employers will want to
get an understanding of a candidate’s long term goals and ambitions. That’s why
it can be useful to include a summary of yourself at the beginning of your CV
to show your personality. It’s an excellent way to show employers you’re
serious about growing your career, however, make sure your personal statement
is concise and easy to read. Above all, pharmaceutical employers will be
looking for stand-out candidates, so an objective or personal statement gives
you the opportunity to explain why you’re the best candidate.
Relevant skills
When you describe your skills on your CV, it enables you to
express your personality and character which will most certainly add value. It’s
important to highlight your soft skills, such as interpersonal communication,
ability to work in a team and problem-solving alongside technical skills.
Employers will also be interested in volunteering, personal projects or any
awards won. However, it’s still crucial that your CV is tailored to the requirements of the job
specification.
Qualifications
Within the
pharmaceutical industry, candidates are usually expected to be educated at
degree level or have had training through ACPE-approved courses. Training
provides you with the essential knowledge and skills needed to advance in the
field, and employers will likely be more comfortable with candidates who have
received formal training and can show examples of working on specific areas in
pharmaceuticals. Therefore, list your qualifications on your CV, starting with
the most relevant and you can offer a brief explanation of what you achieved
and learned during your studies.
Move your career forward with IQVIA
There’s no doubt it takes time to create a quality CV that will impress pharmaceutical employers. However, at IQVIA, we’re able to match candidates with the best roles across the pharmaceutical sector. Due to our excellent team, we can support you at every stage of the recruitment process. We have a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical market and want to offer the best career opportunities to the best people. Our dedicated and experienced Talent Acquisition Team are well-equipped to assist you with your recruitment needs. If you’re thinking about taking the next step in your career, sign up for job alerts and browse our jobs today.
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86,000+ employees
from clinicians to data scientists each transforming healthcare in 100+ countries
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