Astrix Staffing Blog – The Benefits of Utilizing a Staffing partner for Contract Payroll Management
In the ever-evolving business landscape, bringing on contractors can be a great way to help your organization save time and improve efficiency. However, trying to manage all your contractors in-house can be overwhelming and take up additional internal resources. This is especially important for companies looking to grow or expand their business. Utilizing a staffing […]
4 Benefits of Having a Proactive Hiring Strategy
Organizations need an effective hiring strategy to attract and retain the best talent in today’s competitive job market. Many organizations take a reactive approach to hiring, waiting until they have an opening or need to fill a position before starting the search for new employees. However, there are more efficient and effective methods. Proactive strategies […]
Top 10 trending STEM jobs for 2023
As we start 2023, now is the perfect time to start thinking about your STEM career (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and which skills are most in demand. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), occupations in STEM fields are projected to grow by over 10% by 2031. This rapid growth means more opportunities than ever for […]
Hiring for Soft Skills is Key to Business Success in 2023
When hiring new employees, it is important to consider soft and hard skills. Soft skills are often neglected when it comes to evaluating candidates. While hard skills are easily quantifiable – data analysis, HPLC, Sampling Techniques, etc. – soft skills can be just as important in the workplace. Soft skills include a range of interpersonal […]
Guide to State Pay Transparency Laws for Employers Part 2
As pay transparency laws become increasingly common across the United States, employers must understand their obligations. These laws promote pay transparency, foster equity in salary practices, and reduce salary disparities between genders, races, and other categories. The range of regulations varies by state; this is part two of our two-series blog post. We cover the […]
Astrix Scientific Staffing Blog – A Guide to State Pay Transparency Laws for Employers Part 1
As pay transparency laws become increasingly common across the United States, employers must understand their obligations. These laws promote pay transparency, foster equity in salary practices, and reduce salary disparities between genders, races, and other categories. The range of regulations varies by state. This is part one of our two series blog posts; we will […]
How To Prevent Candidate Ghosting
You found your ideal candidate. Their resume and qualifications are what you are looking for, and they impressed you and your hiring managers during the initial or follow-up interviews. They seemed equally enthused about the opportunity, and you follow up with them for the next steps and wait for their response. Days go by, no […]
4 Tips to Writing Job Descriptions
“The secret to engaging the top talent you want—and who wants you, too.” When writing job descriptions, there are seemingly little-known techniques that can turn your job postings into irresistible magnets for the right candidates. If you’re seeking quality over quantity and prefer to hire for longevity, then these four insider tips can shorten the […]
How ESG Initiatives Are Impacting the Workforce
In recent years, there has been an increased focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues in the business world. From large corporations to small businesses, more and more organizations are looking for ways to incorporate ESG Initiatives principles into their operations. But what does this shift mean for the workforce? How are employees responding […]
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Research Updates – November 2022
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is our nation’s medical research agency. Its mission focuses on scientific discoveries that improve health and save lives. Founded in 1870, the NIH conducts scientific research through its Intramural Research Program (IRP). It supports approximately 1,200 principal investigators and more than 4,000 postdoctoral fellows conducting basic, translational, and clinical […]
The Top Ten Life Science Hubs in the US
The United States is home to some of the world’s leading life science hubs. From Boston to San Francisco, these cities attract top talent and investment dollars in the life sciences sector. Here are ten of the top locations for life science hubs in the United States. 1. Boston, MA With over 30 colleges and […]
The High Cost of Employee Turnover and How to Fix It
Employee turnover is a significant problem for businesses across the globe. Not only is it costly to replace employees who leave, but it can also lead to a decline in morale among those who stay. In fact, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM, it can take 6 to 9 months of an […]