The North East is having a moment. The question is whether the talent pipeline is ready for it.

8th July 2026

DAN'S OUTLOOK · CY PARTNERS The North East is having a moment. The question is whether the talent pipeline is ready for it. AI data centr...

Life Sciences in 2026: Growth, Policy and Talent Markets in the UK and USA

22nd January 2026

Life Sciences in 2026: Growth, Policy and Talent Markets in the UK and USA As we begin 2026, the global life sciences industry stands at a...

The Texas Life Sciences market: Growth, innovation and opportunities

12th November 2025

Texas is quickly becoming one of the most exciting places in the U.S. for life sciences. With a business-friendly tax system, expanding re...

How UK Life Sciences Companies Fund Innovation

2nd October 2025

How UK Life Sciences Companies Fund Innovation The UK’s life sciences sector is home to cutting-edge biotech, medtech, and pharmaceutica...

UK Life Sciences talent market: Key trends in H2 2025

7th August 2025

As we move into the second half of 2025, the UK life sciences sector finds itself at a crossroads full of promise yet facing persis...

Is there enough lab space in the UK and are we building the right sort of facilities to support the pace of scientific innovation?

11th July 2025

In a recent CY Partners webinar, we brought together leaders from Quell Therapeutics, Touchlight Genetics, Carter Jonas, and Track Real Es...

Shaping the Future of Recruitment: Trends and Insights for 2025

2nd January 2025

At CY Partners, we understand that recruitment in the life sciences sector is constantly evolving. With market conditions continual...

Smart ways to recruit in today’s job market: why teaming up with a specialist consultancy matters

25th September 2024

The recruitment scene in 2024 so far has been marked by fluctuating economic conditions, evolving candidate expectations and a constant st...

Boost your talent pipeline with our industrial placement scheme

6th September 2024

At CY Partners, we understand the importance of bridging academic knowledge with real-world application. That’s why we are excited to in...

Embrace the Autumn reset: reevaluate your career goals

28th August 2024

It’s hard to believe, but Autumn is just around the corner. The good news? This season brings a perfect opportunity to reset. As we leav...

The cost of settling for second best: why you shouldn’t compromise on talent

22nd August 2024

Securing the right talent should be a top priority for companies in the scientific sectors, where high stakes and specialised expertise ma...

Closing the skills gap in science: strategies for the future

17th July 2024

Science skill shortages have long plagued the UK. The years of stagnation, combined with the repercussions of Covid-19, have turned the ST...

Top tips for starting your career!

26th June 2024

The beginning of your career journey is an exciting time, but it can also be daunting! Stepping into work from education has many c...

How to attract top graduate talent: tips for hiring managers

7th June 2024

As July approaches and a new cohort of first-rate graduates prepares to enter the job market, it's a prime time for employers to attract f...

Graduate tips for success in 2024

29th May 2024

Graduating soon? You're entering an exciting but challenging phase. Don't worry - we're here to help you navigate the transition to the wo...

Graduate support & advice - the resources you can use to make yourself a competitive candidate

28th May 2024

In our ongoing commitment to assisting graduates in advancing their careers, in this post, we will explore various resources you can use t...

Top tips to get graduates started on LinkedIn

24th May 2024

As of 2024, LinkedIn Has 1 Billion Active Users, all leveraging its power to cultivate their careers and businesses. It is one of the worl...

Temping your way to success for scientific graduates

14th May 2024

Congratulations! Stepping into the world beyond academia is exhilarating, but it can also feel like diving into the deep end of a pool wit...

Stand out from the crowd as a graduate in 2024!

9th May 2024

We understand that stepping into the tough job market as a graduate can be overwhelming, and want you to know that we’re here to support...

Essential tips for landing your first role as a scientific graduate

2nd May 2024

Starting your career journey as a scientific graduate can be both exhilarating and overwhelming. As you step into the professional sphere,...

Outsmarting the competition: strategies for scientific jobseekers

3rd April 2024

'If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.' – Milton Berle For a while, jobseekers held the upper hand, with strong bargaining power...

Empowering women in scientific leadership: a call to action for hiring organisations

28th February 2024

In today's workforce, women comprise half of the population, yet the gender gap in science persists, presenting a challenge that demands a...

Empowering female leaders in science: a journey of grit and success

21st February 2024

In the world of science, women are showing determination as they make their own way. They face challenges, but they keep pushing forward w...

Decoding the future of recruitment: trends and insights for 2024

7th February 2024

We recently conducted a survey to help us and the businesses we represent better understand the future of recruitment. In light of the end...

Taking charge in 2024: own your career journey for success!

18th January 2024

‘There are people who make things happen, there are people who watch things happen, and there are people who wonder what happene...

Tips for successfully executing a career change in 2024

10th January 2024

Happy new year! Happy New Career? "Opportunities don't happen, you create them.” Chris Grosser The beginning of a new year is an excitin...

Reflecting on 2023 – a year of growth and challenges in recruitment!

22nd December 2023

Over the past year recruitment has witnessed a dynamic interplay of challenges and victories. Let's be honest, it's been a year of ups and...

Championing Women in Science

20th December 2023

As we eagerly anticipate the North East Women in Life Science event in February 2024, it's a pivotal moment to celebrate the incredible st...

The mindset shift you need to maximise your scientific career in 2024

15th December 2023

‘Whether you think you can, or you think you can't - you're right.’ Henry Ford As we near the close of 2023, setting our sigh...

Confused about what we do?

13th December 2023

What is Recruitment? In short, the recruitment industry is in place to make the whole job search process a lot easier for both businesses...

Set yourself up for career success in 2024! End of year reflection and goals

22nd November 2023

The management team at CY Partners are invested in the future of our company, so as 2023 winds down, our attention is shifting to 2024. We...

Nurturing brilliance: the crucial role of self care in science

15th November 2023

From an intellectual point of view, any scientific profession can be classed as one of the most demanding. It’s a sphere where breakthro...

Say no to workplace bullying

10th November 2023

The 13th – 17th November marks Anti-Bullying Week and the theme for this year is 'Make a noise about bullying.' With 'a third (32...

The 5 horrors of hiring: unmasking the scary aspects of talent acquisition

31st October 2023

It's that spooky season again, and while Halloween might be a time for tricks and treats, for employers, the process of hiring the right s...

Cracking the code: grappling with the competitive 2023 job market

11th October 2023

The year 2023 has seen the job market reach unprecedented levels of competitiveness, leaving jobseekers in the pharma, clinical, chemical...

A decade of dedication: celebrating 10 years of success in scientific recruitment

29th September 2023

In the world of scientific recruitment, where careers often take unexpected turns, one story stands out as a testament to persevera...

How to market your key skills in the current climate

27th September 2023

Graduates of 2023 are entering a highly challenging and uncertain job market, marked by heightened competition and a scarcity of job openi...

Thanks to ongoing growth and success, our London branch has moved to a larger new office!

6th September 2023

In a monumental stride towards meeting continued demand for our specialist scientific recruitment services in the capital, we are thrilled...

Boost your science career with temporary work

31st August 2023

In the present context of the swiftly changing scientific arena, where innovation is key and expertise is in high demand, finding effectiv...

Elevate your organisational agility: the impact of hiring temporary workers

18th August 2023

Economic uncertainties, shifting market demands and the need for specialised expertise are driving scientific organisations to seek innova...

Guidance for jobseekers: navigating the changing nature of the scientific recruitment landscape

4th August 2023

For some time, the job market was predominantly candidate-led, with jobseekers enjoying an advantageous position, empowered to negotiate f...

Talent acquisition in an evolving job market: adapting to changing dynamics in scientific recruitment

4th August 2023

In the complex world of scientific recruitment, staying ahead of the curve is essential to thrive amidst evolving dynamics. The once-domin...

Balancing competence and compatibility: striking the ideal match between skills and culture

23rd June 2023

When it comes to hiring in the scientific sector, finding the perfect candidate who not only possesses the necessary skills but also fits...

Putting employees first: the key to successful recruitment in science

9th June 2023

The success of a scientific organisation depends heavily on the quality of its employees. Attracting and retaining the best talent is ther...

Mental health matters at work!

18th May 2023

The 15th – 21st May marks Mental health awareness week, and presents an opportunity to reignite the conversation around mental health an...

Diversity and inclusion: the secret to success for scientific organisations

12th May 2023

By embracing diversity, scientific organisations can broaden their perspectives, enrich their research, and build a stronger and mo...

The recruitment strategies you need to build a diverse workforce

21st April 2023

If you want to create an equitable and inclusive team, diversity needs to be embedded within the complete employee lifecycle, and that sta...

Why diversity matters in the workplace, and how to foster it

13th April 2023

Organisations who embrace diversity and inclusion offer positive working environments that enable employees to thrive and grow. These busi...

What motivates Chemists to accept job offers in 2023?

6th April 2023

Here at CY Partners we are passionate about matching the right Chemistry talent with the right jobs. So, to help us better understand what...

What four things do jobseekers want in 2023?

16th March 2023

In the last 3 years, the job market has changed, and it is not going back to the way it was before. Since the pandemic we have been living...

BRITISH SCIENCE WEEK – make connections, power your career!

8th March 2023

10th – 19th March marks British Science Week, which, according to their official website, ‘is a ten-day celebration of science, techno...

The Case for Women in Science

10th February 2023

February 11th marks International Day of Women and Girls in science, the purpose of which is to promote the ‘full and equal access and p...

Why the employee experience should be a key focus for businesses in 2023

6th January 2023

“A company is only as good as the people it keeps.” Mary Kay Ash In the Autumn of 2022 CY Partners conducted a staffing and r...

The recruitment trends expected to define 2023

16th December 2022

As the cost-of-living crisis continues and the demand for high calibre candidates in the science industry remains high, organisations are...

How to set smart new year recruitment goals

9th December 2022

December - January is the season of change, and the perfect time to reset your organisational recruitment goals. Revisiting hiring objecti...

Christmas present ideas for significant others that think outside the (gift) box

7th December 2022

The holiday season has arrived, and as a super organised scientist you may have had all your Christmas gifts wrapped months ago. But findi...

Sustainability at Christmas!

2nd December 2022

Everyone can make a difference - big or small - when it comes to having a sustainable festive season. Of course, here at CY Partners we ar...

Tips for working in the UK after Brexit

2nd November 2022

Prior to Brexit, EU citizens enjoyed the right to study, work and live anywhere within the European Union, including the UK. Essentially,...

The 5 horrors of job hunting

31st October 2022

It’s the spooky season with Halloween being celebrated today, so what better time to look at the scarier aspects of job hunting? Looking...

How the interview process has changed for employers

27th October 2022

Recruitment looks very different now than it did a few years ago. The post pandemic world has reshaped recruitment practices and forward-t...

How the interview process has changed for job seekers

25th October 2022

Job seeking has never been easy, but it has become especially challenging in the last two years. The Covid-19 pandemic altered how people...

Interview curveball questions and tips for handling them

20th October 2022

Hiring managers like to keep candidates on their toes in interviews and may occasionally throw in some uncommon questions to gauge an indi...

Career success and doing what you love

12th October 2022

They say that you should do what you love, and then you’ll never work a day in your life. But is that reasonable? When we do what we lov...

Organisational benefits of prioritising employee health and wellbeing

23rd September 2022

If you want a business that thrives, you need healthy, happy employees. Now more than ever, staff want to feel like they are more than jus...

Let’s work together to build a more sustainable future

20th September 2022

The 21st September is zero emissions day, and as a group of people who are passionate about preserving the health of our planet, this has...

CY Partner’s guide to interviewing within pharma and biotechnology

16th September 2022

The pharma and biotechnology industries are highly competitive, with recruitment agencies being inundated with candidate enquiries each we...

Is it time to make a change?

9th September 2022

The great resignation is not yet over and due to changes in people’s attitude towards their current positions, the trend of starting a f...

Seasonal goal setting

7th September 2022

Who else loves that back-to-school, autumnal feel of September? Holidays are over and the fun out-going vibe of summer shifts to something...

Resilience: The job search edition

5th September 2022

What is resilience? The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties. Also; to adapt in the face of challenging circumstances. A colleagu...

The 5 secrets of happiness at work

31st August 2022

Work is not supposed to be fun – is it? Many of the world’s most successful companies are learning that happy employees are loyal and...

Protecting your mental health at work

30th August 2022

Even before the pandemic, working life was stressful and sometimes took its toll on the mental health of professionals. While the dynamic...

How the pandemic has changed the world of recruitment

26th August 2022

Recruiters around the world have had a tough two years, with the pandemic changing the industry permanently. Recruitment was a competitive...

How the candidate experience has been changed by the pandemic

18th August 2022

The last two years have been characterised by change with the pandemic literally transforming how people work and view their careers. Acco...

How recruitment practices have been shaped by the pandemic

16th August 2022

The pandemic has had a profound impact on the world of work, with the recruitment landscape looking very different today than it did at th...

CY Partner’s top tips for securing your dream role in science

12th August 2022

So, you want to be scientist? If you do, that’s great! However, building a career in science is a challenging endeavour, and you need to...

Client FAQs

10th August 2022

As a trusted recruitment partner our business is all about relationships. We understand that keeping our customers happy is a crucial pa...

Candidate FAQs

8th August 2022

Job hunting is a stressful and time-consuming commitment. Spending hours browsing job sites, completing application forms, polishing CVs a...

How to attract top talent in a candidate short market

5th August 2022

An organisation is only as strong as the skills and talent of its people. The pandemic caused a seismic shift in how people view work an...

Are you ready for a career in science?

29th July 2022

If you’ve recently graduated you are probably starting to give careful consideration to the career path that is right for you. If you ar...

2022 Science Graduate Special Feature

18th July 2022

Congratulations on graduating! As one chapter in your life comes to an end, another begins and I am hoping to bring you tidings of joy (or...

Why an effective onboarding process is important

12th July 2022

It’s common for organisations to underestimate the importance of implementing an effective onboarding programme, with many viewing the p...

Recruiter insights: STEM careers outside of the lab

5th July 2022

Our very own Joe joined the CY Partners Team at the end of 2021 after completing his MSc in Drug Chemistry at Newcastle University. He was...

Showcasing the North East (It’s propa canny!)

28th June 2022

Bionow hosted BioFocus 2022 on Wednesday 22nd June 2022, it provided great insight into industry, general challenges North East businesses...

Recruiter Insights: Kieran reviews his first 6 months at CY Partners!

16th June 2022

The CY Partners team are celebrating Kieran’s first career milestone with us (6 months already?!), at our Newcastle office. Since joinin...

The Scientific Academia to Industry Career Change: Survey and Analysis

1st June 2022

Introduction I surveyed scientists CY Partners had helped into various pharmaceutical or Life Science companies for their insight into mov...

Bionow Event: Life Sciences Careers Conference Summary & Review

15th March 2022

Bionow hosted their annual careers fair on 15th March. It is virtual and free to students and had a range of speakers discussing careers a...

North East Women in Life Sciences 2022

15th March 2022

Last week saw us attend the North East Women in Life Sciences event held at The Core, in Newcastle Helix. Set up in recognition of Interna...

Reinventing Recruitment Post Covid...

7th March 2022

..is the title of a panel discussion last week in the One Nucleus Building Life Science Adventures early careers conference. It was an inf...

Easing into 2022 with Lorna and Lisa

12th January 2022

Welcome to my first blog post of 2022... its late as first blog posts of the year go. By the standards of many I should already be on my s...

Is it no longer enough to just teach good chemistry?

29th November 2021

Dr Andrew Pike is a Chemistry Lecturer at the University of Newcastle. A senior lecturer within chemical nanoscience as well as undergrad...

Anas's Case Study: The International Student VISA Process

15th November 2021

Anas is 6 weeks in to his first industrial employment following completing his PhD and he is enjoying it, working as a synthetic organic m...

On this Day... Marie Curie was born (7th November 1867)

7th November 2021

Marie Curie, née Maria Sklodowska, was born in Warsaw on November 7, 1867. She died July 4th 1934. I could read about this Polish-born Fr...

Case Study: The Chemistry Lecturer’s Perspective

26th October 2021

You may recall earlier this year we published our survey insight into how a sample of post-graduate scientists felt they faired when makin...

Ada Lovelace Day - Tuesday 12th October 2021

11th October 2021

Tomorrow (Tuesday 12th October) is Ada Lovelace Day. Ada Lovelace Day is an international celebration of the achievements of women in sc...

For the Greatest Benefit to Humankind: Why I Follow the Nobel

29th September 2021

I'm a sucker for social media echoing what I am doing elsewhere, and often wonder if it is of any benefit or just a bit creepy? Our brains...

Kejsi's Casestudy: Skills Required for Regulatory Affairs

12th August 2021

Regulatory Affairs (RA) for a pharmaceutical or medical device organisation are responsible for obtaining licencing approval for new pro...

Frederic Sanger, Born 13th August 1918

12th August 2021

Frederic Sanger, an English biochemist who was twice the recipient of the Nobel Prize for Chemistry, was born on this day (13th August) in...

Bio-Sciences are Booming in the North: Lets Talk about It

26th July 2021

I learnt more about the current positivity in the scientific talent landscape when I attended the Biofocus Conference hosted by Bionow, a...

Rosalind Franklin: born on 25th July in 1920

22nd July 2021

This weekend celebrates the birth of Rosalind Franklin, an English Chemist and X-ray crystallographer. X-Ray crystallography is the study...

Powerful Questioning

18th July 2021

Asking great questions is one thing CY Partners are interested in, I mean we do it A LOT, and it is a skill everyone can use and improve....

The Periodic Table as a Word Game

12th July 2021

This week celebrates the birth of Erno Rubik, born on 13th July in 1944. Rubik is a Hungarian Mathematician, architect, educator and in 19...

Edinburgh Science Festival 2021

2nd July 2021

This weekend why not check out 2021 Edinburgh Science Festival. The theme is ‘One World: Science Connects Us’ and like most festivals...

EQ and The Interview

29th June 2021

Have you heard of Meta-Cognition? Me neither, until recently. If you’re like me, it may have conjured up imaginings of Sci-Fi-esque brai...

The Centre for Life is reopening its Science Centre next month

21st June 2021

I am excited to see news from the International Centre for Life here in Newcastle that they will be re-opening their Science Centre to the...

What I have learnt about the Job Search Process

10th June 2021

Updating your CV and applying for jobs, not to mention interviewing and starting new employment can be daunting experiences regardless of...

Vaccination Day: 5 People in History who Helped it Happen

10th June 2021

I recently had my first COVID vaccine. It released a cascade of emotions varying along the emotional spectrum, long before the needle pene...

CY Partners are Creating a Blog

10th June 2021

CY Partners are experimenting with a new blog feature on this website. We know finding your next job in the scientific industries can some...