In order to facilitate your application at Merck, we would like to draw your attention to some important points for us.
Your resume
1. Content Overview - Make sure to include all the basics:
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- Full name
- Address
- Telephone numbers - if you have more than one to use, list them
- Email Address
- Education. Candidates who studied outside of Canada must provide us with equivalency documents filed with the relevant provincial governments (i.e.: Quebec Ministry of Education).
- Professional Associations
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2. Work History & Qualifications
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- List your employment history in order of most recent at the top, then descending.
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Include months and years for all employers/positions.
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Provide specific skills, programs, training and qualifications that highlight your background and experience.
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To make consider your application for any Scientific Research position, please provide publication list.
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3. Format
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- Be clear and concise!
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Use headings that are clearly identifiable (i.e. bold) and easy to interpret. Indent sub-sections as appropriate.
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Use quantifiable data as much as possible.
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Ensure that your name and email address are on each page.
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Interview
Prior to the interview
1. Understanding the new opportunity:
2. Know what you bring to the table:
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- Inventory your background and experiences - your resume is a great place to start.
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Be prepared to discuss your past experiences, positions, roles and responsibilities in detail.
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Consider the motivators that led you to consider opportunities outside of your present role. Some examples could include job content, company industry change, financial factors or organizational culture.
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Assess your career aspirations - we're hiring for more than the present opportunity!
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3. Preparation tips:
During the interview
1. Ask questions:
2. Exchange information and discover mutual interests:
After the interview
1. Correspondence:
If you received contact information, send concise, individual specific thank you notes via email to the members of the interview team outlining why you are a good fit for the department. Additionally, some candidates choose to contact the actual hiring manager via a short phone conversation or voicemail.
We wish you success in your future endeavors!
